The Reds announced today that catcher Tyler Stephenson has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a thumb fracture. In a corresponding move, the club has selected the contract of catcher Will Banfield from Triple-A. He’ll take the 40-man roster spot of Jake Fraley, who was designated for assignment over the weekend and claimed off waivers by the Braves … [Read more...] about Reds Place Tyler Stephenson On Injured List With Thumb Fracture
Braves Claim Jake Fraley
The Braves announced that they have claimed outfielder Jake Fraley off waivers from the Reds. Cincinnati designated him for assignment a couple of days ago. Atlanta has multiple 40-man vacancies. They will need to open an active roster spot once Fraley reports to the team, as he can’t be optioned to the minors without his consent. Fraley has had some major league success but … [Read more...] about Braves Claim Jake Fraley
Reds Designate Jake Fraley For Assignment
The Reds announced this morning that they’ve designated outfielder Jake Fraley for assignment. Outfielder Will Benson was recalled to replace Fraley on the active roster. Right-hander Connor Phillips was also recalled to the MLB roster after the club optioned southpaw Joe La Sorsa to Triple-A last night. Fraley, 30, began his career with the Mariners and was shipped to … [Read more...] about Reds Designate Jake Fraley For Assignment
Reds Place Chase Burns On Injured List Due To Flexor Strain
The Reds announced Friday that they’ve placed right-hander Chase Burns on the 15-day injured list due to a Grade 1 flexor strain. Left-handed reliever Joe La Sorsa was recalled from Triple-A Louisville to take Burns’ spot on the big league roster. A Grade 1 strain is the lowest grade of severity, but it’s an ominous injury nonetheless. Any flexor or elbow injury is an unwelcome … [Read more...] about Reds Place Chase Burns On Injured List Due To Flexor Strain
Twins Deadline Notes: Phillies, Duran, Jax, Paddack, Reds
It wasn’t really a shock that the Twins became deadline sellers, as the club’s downturn in June and July pretty much closed the door on Minnesota’s chances of contending. However, the sheer scope of the Twins’ selloff was eye-opening, as the club swung nine different trades within four days of the July 31 deadline and sent 11 different players to eight separate clubs. Several … [Read more...] about Twins Deadline Notes: Phillies, Duran, Jax, Paddack, Reds