2026 MLB Power Rankings: Which Players Deserve More Attention?
While we rank all 30 MLB teams, how about some kudos to these guys who are standing out?MAY 4 • FOX SPORTS
Matt McLain - Dropped from starting nine Monday McLain is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Cubs.
Impact After being dropped to the ninth spot in the batting order during Sunday's 1-0 loss to the Pirates, McLain will be left out of the lineup entirely as the Reds open a four-game set in Chicago. McLain doesn't yet appear to be at major risk of losing hold of a regular starting role, but he's undoubtedly failed to meet expectations for the Reds and fantasy managers alike early on this season. The 26-year-old has produced a .195/.308/.293 slash line with two home runs, five steals, nine RBI and 13 runs through 34 games.
MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Andrew Chafin Now Clear Fit for Cardinals After Reds Exit The St. Louis Cardinals should be all over the veteran hurler after opting out from his deal with the Cincinnati Reds.
MAY 4 • SI.COM
Chase Petty - Summoned ahead of Monday's start The Reds recalled Petty from Triple-A Louisville on Monday.
Impact Petty will be the Reds' starting pitcher for Monday's contest versus the Cubs in place of the injured Brandon Williamson (shoulder). It is likely to be just a spot start, as the Reds are expected to get Nick Lodolo (finger) back from the injured list later this week. Petty has collected a 4.38 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 29:11 K:BB over 24.2 innings with Louisville this season.
MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Zach Maxwell - Dispatched to Triple-A The Reds optioned Maxwell to Triple-A Louisville on Monday.
Impact Maxwell's latest stint in the majors lasted just one day, with the right-hander going unused out of the bullpen Sunday in the Reds' 1-0 loss to the Pirates. He'll give up his spot on the 26-man active roster to right-hander Chase Petty, who was recalled from Louisville ahead of his start Monday against the Cubs.
MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Expected wet weather causes Cubs-Reds and Tigers-Red Sox start times to be moved up
Expected wet weather in the Midwest is affecting the Major League Baseball schedule, with two teams moving up their game times on MondayMAY 4 • Associated Press
Pirates earn B+ grade for 2026 season with offense not seen in nearly 100 years | Sporting News The Pirates' offense is making some nearly 100-year-old franchise history.
MAY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
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