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Jose Franco Jose Franco Summoned back to majors
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 1:26 PM
The Reds recalled Franco from Triple-A Louisville on Saturday.
Analysis: Franco had a previous stint with Cincinnati from late March to early April, appearing in three games and allowing two earned runs while posting a 4:5 K:BB over 5.2 innings. He's now back to take the big-league bullpen spot of Kyle Nicolas, who was optioned to Louisville in a corresponding transaction. Franco will likely work in middle and long relief while up with the Reds. |
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JJ Bleday JJ Bleday Brought up to big-league club
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 1:21 PM
The Reds recalled Bleday from Triple-A Louisville on Saturday.
Analysis: Bleday had an excellent spring training but didn't break camp with Cincinnati. He's been tearing up Triple-A pitching, posting a 1.121 OPS with six homers, 19 RBI and one stolen base over 24 games, and will now get a chance to make an impact with the Reds. Bleday hit 14 homers while driving in 39 runs and slashing .212/.294/.404 over 98 games with the Athletics last season, and he'll likely serve as a reserve outfielder during his initial stint in Cincinnati. |
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Kyle Nicolas Kyle Nicolas Optioned to minors
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 1:14 PM
Cincinnati optioned Nicolas to Triple-A Louisville on Saturday.
Analysis: Nicolas spent the past two weeks on the big-league roster and got into seven games, struggling to an 8.59 ERA, 2.86 WHIP and 7:13 K:BB over 7.1 innings. That damage was largely a result of two poor outings during which he yielded a combined seven runs across 1.2 frames; in his other five appearances, he wasn't charged with any earned runs. Nonetheless, Nicolas' awful 31.0 percent walk rate is likely something he'll be tasked with working on while in the minors. |
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Eugenio Suarez Eugenio Suarez Officially lands on IL
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 1:09 PM
The Reds placed Suarez (oblique) on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 24, on Saturday.
Analysis: Suarez is dealing with a "mild" left oblique strain and will miss at least 10 days, though it's not clear at this point if his absence will extend longer. Suarez has spent most of his time this season at DH, and Cincinnati could deploy different hitters in that spot while the veteran slugger is out. Nathaniel Lowe got the start at DH on Friday and could be the biggest beneficiary of increased playing time. |
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Andrew Abbott Andrew Abbott Mauled by Tigers in no-decision
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:48 AM
Abbott came away with a no-decision in Friday's 9-8 win over Detroit, coughing up five runs on six hits and two walks over four innings. He struck out four.
Analysis: Four of the six hots off the southpaw went for extra bases, including solo shots by Riley Greene in the second inning and Javier Baez in the third. It's the first time this season Abbott has served up multiple homers in the same game, but he's failed to complete five innings in three straight trips to the mound while surrendering a ghastly 16 runs (15 earned) in 11.2 frames over that stretch, He'll carry a 6.59 ERA, 1.78 WHIP and 19:13 K:BB through 28.2 innings into his next outing, which lines up to come at home next week against the Rockies. |
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Jose Trevino Jose Trevino Plays rehab game Friday
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 6:34 AM
Trevino (back) went 2-for-2 with two runs scored in a rehab game for High-A Dayton on Friday.
Analysis: As planned, Trevino caught five innings for the Dragons, which sets up the veteran backstop to rejoin the Reds for Sunday's series finale against Detroit. He's expected to return to a backup role behind primary starter Tyler Stephenson. |
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Matt McLain Matt McLain Crushed two HR in win
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 6:28 AM
McLain went 2-for-4 with a walk, two home runs and four RBI in Friday's 9-8 win over the Tigers.
Analysis: McLain launched a pair of two-run homers on successive plate appearances -- in the fifth and seventh innings -- to bring the Reds back from an early 5-0 deficit. He emerged from an offensive malaise during Cincinnati's recently completed road trip, and McLain brought the offense home to Great American Ball Park on Friday. The second baseman has hit safely in five consecutive games, going 7-for-23 with four extra-base hits and five RBI. |
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Nathaniel Lowe Nathaniel Lowe Completes comeback
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 6:16 AM
Lowe started at designated hitter and went 2-for-5 with two home runs, three RBI and an additional run scored in Friday's 9-8 win over Detroit.
Analysis: Balls were flying out Great American Ball Park on Friday as Lowe's pair were two of the eight homers hit by both teams. His second one was a walk-off job that completed the second of two comebacks by the Reds, who had trailed 5-0 early and were down 8-7 entering the bottom of the ninth inning. Lowe was a late addition to the lineup, replacing Eugenio Suarez, who is bound for the injured list with an oblique injury. That will lead to Lowe getting more run at DH against righties. |
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Eugenio Suarez Eugenio Suarez Bound for injured list
Fri, Apr 24, 2026, 11:15 PM
The Reds will place Suarez on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a low-grade oblique strain, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports.
Analysis: The Reds initially announced that Suarez was dealing with mid-back pain when they scratched him from the lineup ahead of Friday's game. Further evaluation revealed that the 34-year-old infielder suffered an oblique injury and will have to spend time on the injured list because of it. The team hasn't yet provided a return timeline for him, but because his injury is labeled as "low-grade," he may not need to spend much more than the minimum 10 days on the shelf. In the meantime, Nathaniel Lowe figures to step in as Cincinnati's primary designated hitter against right-handers. |
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Eugenio Suarez Eugenio Suarez Scratched with back injury
Fri, Apr 24, 2026, 5:06 PM
Suarez was scratched from the lineup for Friday's game against the Tigers due to mid-back pain, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports.
Analysis: It's unclear how severe Suarez's injury is, but it will prevent him from serving as Cincinnati's designated hitter in Friday's series opener. Nathaniel Lowe will replace him in the starting nine and bat sixth. |
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Chase Petty Chase Petty Back from injury Thursday
Thu, Apr 23, 2026, 11:11 AM
Petty (undisclosed) will start for Triple-A Louisville on Thursday.
Analysis: Petty failed to make the Reds' roster out of spring training and spent some time on the injured list with an undisclosed issue. He's made four starts for Louisville, posting a 6.61 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 22:5 K:BB across 16.1 innings. The 23-year-old made his MLB debut last season, pitching in three games with Cincinnati and allowing 14 runs (13 earned) on 14 hits and eight walks with seven strikeouts across six innings. |
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P.J. Higgins P.J. Higgins Delivers lone run in loss
Thu, Apr 23, 2026, 6:58 AM
Higgins went 0-for-2 with an RBI in Wednesday's 5-1 loss to the Rays.
Analysis: Higgins' run-scoring sacrifice fly was all the Reds could do against former teammate Nick Martinez. The RBI was the first for Higgins, who is 2-for-10 since being called up to replace Jose Trevino (back). Reports indicate Trevino will be activated Sunday, which should end Higgins' current stay in the majors. |
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Jose Trevino Jose Trevino Catching rehab game Friday
Thu, Apr 23, 2026, 6:53 AM
Trevino (back) will catch five innings in a rehab game for High-A Dayton on Friday, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The Reds considered activating Trevino on Wednesday but opted for a brief rehab assignment instead. The report indicates he'll be activated Sunday. |
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Brandon Williamson Brandon Williamson Shaky in loss to Tampa
Wed, Apr 22, 2026, 3:29 PM
Williamson (2-2) took the loss Wednesday as the Reds were downed 6-1 by the Rays, coughing up five runs on seven hits and three walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out three.
Analysis: A third-inning solo shot by Junior Caminero marked the only extra-base hit off Williamson, but the southpaw has trouble putting hitters away and tossed 54 strikes among his 87 pitches. He's failed to last five innings in three of his five starts so far this season, producing a 5.40 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and 15:16 K:BB over 25 innings, and with Nick Lodolo (blister) getting close to making his 2026 debut, Williamson's time in the rotation could be nearing its end. |
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Rece Hinds Rece Hinds Giving way to Benson on Wednesday
Wed, Apr 22, 2026, 9:59 AM
Hinds is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays.
Analysis: Though he appears to have overtaken Will Benson as the Reds' primary right fielder, Hinds will hit the bench Wednesday after four straight starts. Since being called up from Triple-A Louisville on April 14, Hinds has slashed .125/.185/.208 with five RBI and two runs in seven games. |
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Tyler Stephenson Tyler Stephenson Receiving breather Wednesday
Wed, Apr 22, 2026, 9:57 AM
Stephenson is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays.
Analysis: Stephenson had started behind the plate in each of the Reds' last five games, so he'll get some rest Wednesday while Cincinnati closes out its series with a day game after a night game. P.J. Higgins will handle catching duties for the Reds. |
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Ke'Bryan Hayes Ke'Bryan Hayes Resting Wednesday
Wed, Apr 22, 2026, 9:55 AM
Hayes is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays.
Analysis: Hayes will hit the bench after going 2-for-12 with a solo home run, two walks and an additional run while starting in the Reds' last four games. Eugenio Suarez will replace Hayes at third base in the series finale. |
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Jose Trevino Jose Trevino Could rejoin team Wednesday
Tue, Apr 21, 2026, 10:42 PM
Trevino (back) could be activated Wednesday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Trevino has ramped up his activity since last Friday, when he caught in the bullpen and hit in a batting cage. He caught a simulated inning Monday and was one of the batters Nick Lodolo (finger) faced in a sim game Tuesday. |
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Nick Lodolo Nick Lodolo Nears rehab assignment
Tue, Apr 21, 2026, 10:32 PM
Lodolo (finger) threw 50 pitches over three innings in a simulated game Tuesday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: This was the latest successful step for Lodolo, who had a promising two-inning sim game last week as part of his return from a blister on his left index finger. The left-hander was able to test the skin on his finger by throwing sliders -- the pitch that caused the blister during spring training -- in the bullpen but did not throw it when facing batters. The next step for Lodolo is a rehab assignment that's expected to begin with High-A Dayton on Sunday, when he'll further test the slider and is scheduled for four innings. |
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Matt McLain Matt McLain Double, stolen base in win
Tue, Apr 21, 2026, 10:18 PM
McLain went 2-for-6 with an RBI double, stolen base and one run scored in Tuesday's 12-6 win over the Rays.
Analysis: After a big spring training, McLain has scuffled at the plate to begin the 2026 campaign. Tuesday marked his first multi-hit game since April 9, and the second baseman is still looking for his first home run. He's hit safely in three straight games now and has doubled in both contests against the Rays to begin the week. McLain is slashing .198/.330/.256 with five doubles, four RBI, 10 runs scored, four stolen bases and a 15:25 BB:K across 103 trips to the plate. He's remained in the two hole in the Cincinnati lineup despite the early-season struggles. |
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