Luis Castillo Notches Quality Start

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo turned in a quality start against the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. Castillo allowed three runs on five hits over six innings, striking out four. All of the damage off of Castillo came via the home run, as he allowed two in the game, a two-run shot in the second inning […]

Fernando Rodney Blows First Save, Winds Up With Win

Minnesota Twins closer Fernando Rodney blew his first save of the season on Wednesday against the Houston Astros. Rodney came on in the top of the ninth inning in an 8-6 game and allowed Houston to score two runs on two singles and a throwing error by second baseman Brian Dozier. Rodney recovered to finish […]

Max Kepler Hits Walk-Off Homer

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler had a huge day at the plate on Wednesday against the Houston Astros. Kepler went 2-for-4 with two homers, three runs, and three RBI. His second homer of the afternoon was a solo shot in the ninth inning which gave the Twins a 9-8 walk-off win. Kepler is off to […]

Browns Continue To Be Linked To Josh Allen

As the date for the 2018 NFL draft approaches, the Cleveland Browns continue to be frequently linked with quarterback Josh Allen of Wyoming. The rumors began back in January, when an NFL executive told reporters that general manager John Dorsey really liked Allen and would take him with the first overall pick. That rumor was […]

Addison Reed Feeling Better Wednesday

According to Minnesota Twins manager Paul Molitor, reliever Addison Reed (illness) is feeling much better on Wednesday after being sent home early on Tuesday due to a bout with strep throat. Reed will presumably be ready to occupy his role as setup man in the Twins' bullpen for Wednesday's series finale against the Houston Astros. […]

Miguel Sano Not In Lineup Wednesday

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano is not in the team's starting lineup on Wednesday for their game with the Houston Astros. Normal starting shortstop Eduardo Escobar will slide over to third base for Sano while Ehire Adrianza handles shortstop. Sano is presumably getting a day of rest, as he has appeared in nine games […]

Jake Odorizzi Holds Astros To One Run

Minnesota Twins right-hander Jake Odorizzi turned in an excellent performance against the Houston Astros on Tuesday. Odorizzi held the world champions to one run over six innings of work, striking out four and walking five to pick up his first win of the season. Odorizzi struggled with his control in this one but anytime a […]

Joe Mauer Drives In Two On Tuesday

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer had a big night at the plate against the Houston Astros on Tuesday. The veteran Twin went 2-for-3 with two walks, a run, and two RBI to help down Houston 4-1. Mauer is off to a great start for the Twins this season, slashing .407/.543/.556 with five runs and […]

Homer Bailey Excels Against Phillies

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Homer Bailey turned in an excellent performance against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. Bailey spun six innings of one-run ball, striking out seven and allowing two hits. Unfortunately, Bailey was let down by his bullpen, which promptly came on to cough up five runs in the final two frames of the game. […]

Jesse Winker Returns To Lineup, Drives In One

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker returned to the lineup on Tuesday after a one-game absence due to an illness. The 24-year-old went 1-for-3 with one RBI in his team's 6-1 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. The illness was never considered serious, as Winker was able to appear as a pinch-hitter on Monday. He is off […]

Ervin Santana To Begin Throwing Program Wednesday

According to Minnesota Twins manager Paul Molitor, right-hander Ervin Santana (finger) will begin a throwing program on Wednesday. It is a step in the right direction, as Santana has been sidelined since having capsular release surgery on his right middle finger in early February. The veteran right-hander missed all of spring training and will have to […]

Nick Senzel Starting At Third Base In Triple-A

Cincinnati Reds top prospect Nick Senzel drew the start at third base in Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday night after playing second base to start the year. The positional change is noteworthy because the Reds lost starting third baseman Eugenio Suarez to a fractured thumb last Sunday. Team beat reporter C. Trent Rosecrans believes the positional […]

Yovani Gallardo Designated For Assignment

The Cincinnati Reds designated veteran right-hander Yovani Gallardo for assignment on Tuesday and will replace him on the 25-man roster with right-hander Tanner Rainey. Rainey was pitching at Triple-A Louisville, where he pitched two scoreless innings this season. Gallardo appeared in three games for the Reds, allowing eight runs in 2 1/3 innings. The 32-year-old […]

Eduardo Escobar Batting Cleanup Tuesday

Minnesota Twins shortstop Eduardo Escobar has been elevated to the cleanup spot for Tuesday night's game against the Houston Astros. Escobar takes over the No. 4 spot for outfielder Eddie Rosario, who is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday. Escobar is off to a fast start for the Twins this season, slashing .375/.360/.708 with […]

Byron Buxton's Average Dips To .161

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton saw his struggles continue on Monday against the Houston Astros. Buxton went 0-for-4 for the second straight game to see his average dip down to .161 on the young season. Buxton has just five hits in 31 at-bats as he is off to a painfully slow start for the third […]

Lance Lynn Blanks Astros Over Five Innings

Minnesota Twins right-hander Lance Lynn turned in an excellent start against the Houston Astros on Monday. Lynn held a dangerous Houston offense scoreless over five innings, racking up nine strikeouts and allowing three hits. It wasn't a perfect outing as Lynn did have to work around four walks, but he still showed much better than […]

Jose Peraza Swipes First Bag Of The Season

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jose Peraza managed to steal his first base of the season on Monday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Peraza finished the game 1-for-5 with one strikeout. It has been a slow start for the young shortstop, who is slashing just .200/.200/.200 with two runs and one stolen base in eight games. Peraza has […]

Cody Reed Unimpressive Against Phillies

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Cody Reed did not fare well in his first start of the season. The 24-year-old southpaw allowed the Philadelphia Phillies to score five runs (three earned) on four hits, including two homers. Reed struck out four and walked one in the ballgame. The Phillies didn't take long to get to Reed as […]

Phil Hughes Will Throw This Week

Minnesota Twins right-hander Phil Hughes (oblique) is scheduled to throw a side session either Tuesday or Wednesday this week. The veteran pitcher has been on the disabled list since the season began after coming down with an oblique strain during spring training. Hughes is lined to up make a spot start for the Twins against […]

Ervin Santana Will Meet With Team Doctors Tuesday

Minnesota Twins right-hander Ervin Santana (finger) is scheduled to fly back to Minneapolis on Monday evening and will meet with team doctors on Tuesday. Santana is still recovering after having surgery on the middle finger of his throwing hand back in February. As of now, Santana still has not been cleared to throw but hopefully […]

Reds Place Eugenio Suarez, Scott Schebler On DL

The Cincinnati Reds made a few roster moves on Monday, placing Eugenio Suarez (thumb) and Scott Schebler (elbow) on the 10-day disabled list. Suarez suffered a broken right thumb after getting hit by a pitch during Sunday's loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Cliff Pennington and Phil Gosselin are expected to be the primary third basemen […]

Tyler Mahle Roughed Up By Pirates Sunday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Tyler Mahle struggled in his start against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Mahle allowed Pittsburgh to score five runs in 4 2/3 innings of work, picking up his first loss of the season. Mahle allowed nine hits, including two homers, and only managed two strikeouts. The 23-year-old kicked off the season on […]

Eugenio Suarez Fractures Thumb Sunday

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez has fractured his right thumb. Suarez left during the fourth inning of Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates after getting hit by a pitch thrown by Jameson Taillon. Suarez will assuredly be placed on the disabled list and the team has not offered a timetable for his recovery, although […]

Raisel Iglesias Earns Second Save

Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias nailed down his second save of the season on Saturday, preserving a 7-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Iglesias pitched a scoreless ninth, allowing one hit and striking out one to earn the save. The Reds have won just two games in the early going this season with Iglesias earning […]

Eugenio Suarez Drives In Five

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez had a huge game on Saturday, helping to lead his team to a 7-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Suarez went 3-for-4 with a homer, a double, and five RBI. The five runs batted in ties a career high for the 26-year-old. Suarez started the damage with a bases-loaded […]

Eddie Rosario Drives In One

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario had a good game against the Seattle Mariners on Saturday. Rosario went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in a losing effort. The double was Rosario's first of the season while the RBI gave him a grand total of two. The slugger is off to a slow start this […]

Jose Berrios Knocked Around By Mariners

Minnesota Twins right-hander Jose Berrios struggled against the Seattle Mariners on Saturday in his second start of the season. He allowed Seattle to rack up five runs on seven hits in just 4 2/3 innings of work. Berrios did manage to strike out seven batters and didn't walk anyone in the start. This comes as […]

Scott Schebler Still Struggling With Elbow Issue

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Scott Schebler is still having trouble with his right elbow and hand after getting hit by a pitch last Sunday. The outfielder was originally expected to return to the lineup on Friday but that didn't come to pass. Schebler was hit on the funny bone and is still experiencing numbness in his […]

Jesse Winker Notches Three Hits

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker went 3-for-5 in a losing effort against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night. Winker, batting leadoff, also drove in a run, his first RBI of the season. The 24-year-old is off to a nice start this season, batting .313 with a .789 OPS and two runs scored in 21 plate […]

Luis Castillo Allows Four Runs In Five Innings

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo struggled for a second straight start on Friday. The young right-hander allowed the Pittsburgh Pirates to score four runs in five innings of work, walking three and striking out three. The Pirates made Castillo work as he needed 107 pitches to get through five innings on a cold, rainy night […]