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CINCINNATI REDS
Abbott takes 'big step' in build-up to game action MESA, Ariz -- Though he's behind other starters in his throwing progression, Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott completed an important step by facin...
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Andrew Abbott - Completes first live session of camp Abbott (shoulder) expressed optimism Sunday that he'll be ready for Opening Day after he recently tossed his first live batting practice session of the spring, Gordon Wittenmyer of...
Impact Just two days earlier, manager Terry Francona suggested that Abbott's availability for Opening Day was more of a question mark, but the southpaw's ability to face hitters is a big step in a positive direction. Abbott is likely to throw live BP sessions on at least a couple more occasions before the Reds include him in the Cactus League pitching schedule. He should still have enough time to get stretched out for starting duty before the Reds open their season March 27, but any minor snags in the buildup process would likely make him a candidate for a stint on the injured list.
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Christian Encarnacion-Strand - Blasts second spring homer Encarnacion-Strand went 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI in Saturday's spring game against the Padres.
Impact Encarnacion-Strand led off the second inning with a solo home run, his second blast of the Cactus League. He's looking to put an injury-marred 2024 in the past; the 25-year-old corner infielder was limited to just 29 games by a wrist injury last season. While the Reds are using Encarnacion-Strand and others at both corner infield spots, he appears to be the team's expected starter at first base.
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Why Reds' pitching coach is working with an infielder This story was excerpted from Mark Sheldon’s Reds Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularl...
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Nick Martinez - Makes second spring outing Martinez allowed one walk and struck out three over two scoreless relief innings in Saturday's spring game against San Diego.
Impact Martinez cruised during his second Cactus League appearance. He's allowed two hits and a walk with six strikeouts through four innings. Martinez entered after game-starter Brady Singer, but nothing should be read into that. Martinez is projected for a rotation spot.
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Brady Singer - Unravels in second inning Singer allowed two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out two over 1.2 innings in Saturday's spring start against the Padres.
Impact Singer had a largely uneventful first inning, working around a one-out double but issue during his second frame. The right-hander left some balls up in the zone early and eventually starting falling behind and walking batters before being removed with the pitch count at 42 (26 strikes). Other than the abbreviated outing, Singer is on schedule where he needs to be and is expected to shoot for three innings/60 pitches the next time out.
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Steer sits after cortisone shot in balky shoulder GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- Spencer Steer was scratched from the Reds’ lineup on Saturday after the infielder/outfielder was given a cortisone inject...
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Spencer Steer - May open season on IL Manager Terry Francona said Saturday that Steer (shoulder) could begin the season on the injured list, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact Steer was scratched from the lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Padres due to his injured shoulder, and he elected to receive a cortisone shot after an examination, per Wittenmyer. This will force the 27-year-old to pause all activities for the next few days, and there's no telling at this point how long it will be before he's cleared to play in games.
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Breaking down the Reds' complicated outfield picture GOODYEAR, Ariz. – When it comes to constructing the Reds' Opening Day roster, one area with multiple variables is the outfield. Factoring in...
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Hunter Greene - Strong start, rough finish Greene allowed five runs on three hits and two walks while striking out two over two innings in Friday's spring start against the Athletics.
Impact Greene's second Cactus League outing started fine but finished poorly. He retired the first four batters and five of the first six before it all went sideways. Despite the result, Greene told Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer that his body felt good enough to throw five or six innings.
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Sasaki's Dodgers debut slated for Tuesday GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Another exciting spring debut is on tap for the Dodgers, as Roki Sasaki is set to make his first appearance in the Cactus...
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Andrew Abbott - Uncertain for Opening Day Manager Terry Francona indicated Friday that Abbott's (shoulder) availability for the start of the regular season remains up in the air, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquire...
Impact The left-hander finished last season on the injured list due to a shoulder strain, so he's had a slower, more deliberate buildup early in spring training. A bout with the flu slowed Abbott's progress this week, and Francona doesn't expect the 25-year-old to be built up to 100 pitches by the start of the regular season. He could still begin the season in the starting rotation if he can get built up to about five innings, otherwise Graham Ashcraft or Carson Spiers could get a turn or two before Abbott steps in as the No. 5 starter.
2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
Tyler Stephenson - First base not likely New Reds manager Terry Francona doesn't intend to use Stephenson as a first baseman on days he's not catching, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact Stephenson will still get some reps at DH when Jose Trevino is behind the plate, but Francona wants to keep Stephenson off the field when he's not catching.
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"It's the right idea if Liverpool decide to strengthen that position" - John Arne Riise asks Reds to improve squad in one key area Liverpool legend John Arne Riise has urged the club to strengthen their options at left-back in the summer.
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Graham Ashcraft - Makes second spring start Ashcraft allowed one run on one hit and two walks while striking out three over two-plus innings in Thursday's spring start against the Diamondbacks.
Impact Ashcraft, who made his second Cactus League start, retired the side in order in the first before running into trouble in the second. A couple of errors, including his own, and a walk led to a one-out, bases-loaded situation but the right-hander escaped unscathed. After a leadoff double and walk in the third inning, Ashcraft was pulled after 43 pitches (22 strikes). He told Mark Feinsand of MLB.com that he was pleased with the slider, which had a good shape and landed in the zone, and felt good to get out of second-inning jam.
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Spencer Steer - Throwing program on hold Steer (shoulder) still feels discomfort and had a scheduled throwing program put on hold, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. "He's just not quite where we want him to be," manager Te...
Impact Steer is still able to DH -- he went 1-for-2 in Thursday's Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks -- because it doesn't hurt him to swing a bat. Multiple MRIs have confirmed no structural damage, but as Steer indicated, "shoulders are tricky." He's scheduled to be examined this weekend by the team's orthopedist before any decisions or timelines to be established.
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"That should be the minimum and he knows it" - Liverpool star sends message to Darwin Nunez following recent criticism from Arne slot Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk believes that teammate Darwin Núñez can still make an impact for the Reds this season.
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Pfaadt giving his 'best shot' at 5th spot in D-backs rotation GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- In his case to be part of the D-backs’ Opening Day rotation, Brandon Pfaadt made an effective opening statement. Pfaadt t...
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Diamondbacks' Brandon Pfaadt on his spring training outing against the Reds The Arizona Diamondbacks held a 3-0 lead but ended up tying the Cincinnati Reds 3-3 in Cactus League play at Goodyear Ballpark.
3 DAYS AGO • AZCENTRAL.COM
Steer 'not quite' where he wants to be with lingering shoulder injury GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- The Reds hoped that Spencer Steer's problematic right shoulder would have improved enough to begin throwing this week. Th...
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"Elly De La Cruz is locked in" - Ex-Mets pitcher predicts Reds star will have a huge impact this season Elly De La Cruz blasted onto the scene when he made his MLB debut with the Cincinnati Reds in 2023. He quickly became one of the most exciti...
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Terry Francona says his mind went right back to baseball after a needed year off
Terry Francona is rejuvenated after a much-needed year away from managing3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS
