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Elly De La Cruz Elly De La Cruz Makes big impact in win
Fri, Jul 31, 2026, 8:22 AM
De La Cruz went 3-for-4 with a walk, three doubles, two steals, an RBI and two runs scored in Thursday's 3-2 win over Pittsburgh.
Analysis: De La Cruz, who scored the game-winning run on a walk-off fielder's choice, filled the box score like he's done many times before. The multi-hit effort was his third in the last five games, and the two steals upped his total to 20, the fourth consecutive season with at least 20 thefts. Since the All-Star break, De La Cruz has posted a slash line of .308/.400/.577 with with eight walks, three doubles, one triple, three home runs, four RBI and six steals over 13 games. |
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Matt McLain Matt McLain Logs hit, run in return
Fri, Jul 31, 2026, 8:14 AM
McLain started at second base and went 1-for-4 with a run scored in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Pirates.
Analysis: McLain, who was activated from the 10-day injured list earlier in the day, singled in his first at-bat and scored on an Elly De La Cruz double. The Reds cleared a roster spot for McLain's return by optioning Edwin Arroyo. That, coupled with Spencer Steer's wrist injury, should create a path to regular plate appearances for McLain as the team's primary second baseman. |
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Rhett Lowder Rhett Lowder Six strong innings in no-decision
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 9:18 PM
Lowder took a no-decision Thursday against Pittsburgh, allowing two runs on five hits and no walks in six innings. He struck out five.
Analysis: Lowder cruised through four shutout innings to begin the evening in what was ultimately one of his better showings of the campaign. The right-hander logged a quality start, just his fourth of the year and first since way back during his April 20 outing in Tampa Bay, while the five punchouts were his most in his past six appearances. Lowder should get at least more turn through the rotation next week against the Athletics due to Nick Lodolo's (finger) absence, holding a 5.42 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and 70:37 K:BB over 83 innings. |
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Blake Dunn Blake Dunn Slated for surgery
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 2:24 PM
Dunn will undergo surgery on his right elbow Monday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Dunn has been on the shelf since late June due to a right elbow sprain, and he suffered a setback last week shortly before he was scheduled to begin a rehab assignment. The Reds haven't given an updated timeline for the 27-year-old's return, though his procedure will almost certainly rule him out for the remainder of the season. Dane Myers figures to continue working as Cincinnati's primary center fielder while ceding an occasional start to TJ Friedl. |
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Nick Lodolo Nick Lodolo Facing hitters Friday
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 2:16 PM
Lodolo (finger) is scheduled to throw live batting practice Friday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lodolo is expected to throw roughly two or three innings during Friday's session, marking his first time facing live hitters since landing on the injured list July 12 with a finger blister. Lodolo has been experimenting with a new grip for his breaking ball in an effort to minimize the risk of future blister issues, and he hasn't had any issues up to this point. He could require a rehab start in the minors before rejoining Cincinnati's rotation, though the Reds haven't confirmed any plans beyond Friday just yet. |
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Chase Petty Chase Petty Optioned to Triple-A
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 11:37 AM
The Reds optioned Petty to Triple-A Louisville on Thursday.
Analysis: Petty pitched each of the last two days and threw 32 pitches over 1.1 innings in an appearance Wednesday, so he's being replaced by a fresh bullpen arm. The righty has collected a 4.50 ERA and 14:8 K:BB over 30 frames for Cincinnati this season. |
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Edwin Arroyo Edwin Arroyo Dispatched to minors
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 11:34 AM
The Reds optioned Arroyo to Triple-A Louisville on Thursday.
Analysis: Arroyo has served as the Reds' primary second baseman since early June but has produced just a .244/.286/.282 batting line with zero home runs and a 5:31 BB:K across 142 plate appearances. If he can get back on track at Louisville, Arroyo could receive another opportunity later this season. For now, though, the Reds appear poised to hand their second-base job back to Matt McLain, who returned from the injured list Thursday. |
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Zach McCambley Zach McCambley Recalled from Triple-A
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 11:30 AM
The Reds recalled McCambley from Triple-A Louisville on Thursday.
Analysis: McCambley will give the Reds a fresh bullpen arm after they played a doubleheader Wednesday. The righty permitted three runs with a 4:5 K:BB over 4.1 innings in a previous stint with Cincinnati. |
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Matt McLain Matt McLain Activated from 10-day IL
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 11:28 AM
The Reds activated McLain (calf) from the 10-day injured list Thursday.
Analysis: McLain has been sidelined since early July with a left calf strain, but he's been cleared to return to action after going 5-for-17 with a 2:5 BB:K in five rehab games with Triple-A Louisville. The Reds also optioned Edwin Arroyo on Thursday, which could allow McLain to become the club's regular option at second base again. McLain has slashed just .190/.293/.328 with eight homers and 11 stolen bases this season. |
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Jose Franco Jose Franco Shut down from throwing
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 6:54 AM
Franco (forearm) has been shut down from throwing for a minimum of two weeks, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Franco was called up to the roster for Tuesday's doubleheader and pitched 3.2 innings before departing with discomfort in his right forearm. The report indicates the source of the problem is a flexor mass strain, and not his elbow as originally reported. |
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Tony Santillan Tony Santillan Will undergo more imaging
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 6:47 AM
Santillan (oblique) will undergo additional imaging Friday, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The purpose of the imaging is to determine how Santillan is healing, and the Reds hope to speed up his rehab based on the results of testing. He's been throwing off flat ground at 40 percent intensity. |
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Brandon Williamson Brandon Williamson Beginning rehab assignment Saturday
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 6:42 AM
Williamson (shoulder/finger) will begin a rehab assignment Saturday at Double-A Chattanooga, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Williamson landed on the injured list in April due to a shoulder issue before suffering a finger injury late in June. The left-hander has been facing hitters and is ready for live games. He's expected to throw two innings and 45 pitches. |
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Brady Singer Brady Singer Struggles with control in loss
Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 10:26 PM
Singer (5-10) took the loss against Cleveland on Wednesday, allowing four runs (all unearned) on six hits and four walks while striking out three across 4.1 innings.
Analysis: After a nice streak of three starts of more than six innings, Singer stumbled in the 6-1 loss to the Guardians, only throwing 58 of his 100 pitches for strikes and walking two people home. The righty had not had an outing this short since June. Singer has now tied for the MLB-lead with 10 losses on the year, even though his stats are not so bad. The 29-year-old now sits at a 4.35 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 107.2 innings so far this season. |
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Nathaniel Lowe Nathaniel Lowe Sitting against left-hander
Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 4:03 PM
Lowe is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Guardians.
Analysis: After going 5-for-12 with a double, two RBI and a run scored while starting in the Reds' last three games, the left-handed-hitting Lowe will head to the bench while the Guardians send southpaw Joey Cantillo to the bump. Sal Stewart will move across the diamond to replace Lowe at first base while Ke'Bryan Hayes picks up a start at third base. |
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Jose Franco Jose Franco Heading back to Triple-A
Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 3:06 PM
The Reds optioned Franco (elbow) to Triple-A Louisville on Wednesday.
Analysis: Franco will report back to Triple-A after he served as the Reds' 27th man for Wednesady's doubleheader with the Guardians. He was active for Game 2 of the twin bill and worked in bulk relief in the Reds' 2-0 victory, earning his first big-league win while striking out two and allowing one hit and two walks over 3.2 scoreless frames before exiting in the seventh inning due to right elbow discomfort. He'll likely undergo further testing before the Reds have a better idea regarding the extent of his injury, but Franco could be at risk of landing on Louisville's 7-day injured list if he isn't ready to go for his next turn through the rotation. |
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JJ Bleday JJ Bleday Sitting versus southpaw
Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 2:07 PM
Bleday is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest versus the Guardians.
Analysis: The left-handed-hitting Bleday plays against most southpaws, but he will begin Wednesday's game on the bench as the Guardians send lefty Joey Cantillo to the hill. Ivan Johnson will cover left field for the Reds. |
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Dane Myers Dane Myers Seeing more time in CF
Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 8:03 AM
Myers went a combined 3-for-6 with a walk, a stolen base and a run scored across both games of Tuesday's doubleheader against Cleveland.
Analysis: Myers started in center field for both ends of the doubleheader and made a fourth consecutive start there. Reds manager Terry Francona alluded to Charlie Goldsmith of the Dayton Daily News that the backup outfielder could see more time as a starter in the second half. "You'll probably see him play more than he was," Francona said. "The hard part is he does such a good job being that righty off the bench, kind of a weapon. But where we're at right now, you'll probably see him play more than he did before." The Reds are dealing with several injuries to players that could defend center field, including Blake Dunn (elbow), Matt McLain (calf) and Spencer Steer (wrist). TJ Friedl will also get starts there. |
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JJ Bleday JJ Bleday Homers in nightcap
Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 7:50 AM
Bleday went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in a 2-0 win over the Guardians in the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader.
Analysis: After going 0-for-5 in the matinee, Bleday launched a solo home run in the first inning of the nightcap, which is all the Reds would need. It was the 18th homer of the season for Bleday, who should spark interest from playoff contenders leading up to next week's trade deadline. The outfielder has a career-high .807 OPS through 78 games for Cincinnati, which is five games out of the wild-card hunt and last in the NL Central. |
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Ivan Johnson Ivan Johnson Swipes two bags in Tuesday's start
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:39 PM
Johnson went 1-for-2 with a walk and two stolen bases in the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Guardians.
Analysis: Getting the start at second base and batting seventh in the nightcap, Johnson swiped both his bags after an eighth-inning walk as he tried to produce an insurance run in a 2-0 victory. It was only Johnson's second big-league start since making his debut for the Reds on June 30, and the hit and stolen bases were the first of his career. Edwin Arroyo has been scuffling of late, but any chance for Johnson to see more opportunities at the keystone will likely disappear once Matt McLain (calf) returns from the IL. |
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Emilio Pagan Emilio Pagan Collects 11th save
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:33 PM
Pagan recorded his 11th save of the season in the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Guardians, giving up a hit and striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning.
Analysis: The veteran righty completed a combined shutout for the Reds staff that featured five different pitchers, as the group combined to allow just three singles. Pagan has converted all five of his save chances since coming off the IL at the beginning of July, and on the month he's produced a 2.46 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and 12:3 K:BB over 7.1 innings. |
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