In a season in which we did not expect rookies to be key figures for the Cincinnati Reds, they were the bright spots on this evening. Catcher Tyler Stephenson and righthander Tejay Antone both made their major league debuts in notable fashions. Unfortunately, that happened because the Reds got behind very early, 6-0, after two innings, as the Chicago Cubs rode that early margin to an eventual 8-7 win. The loss dropped Cincinnati to a 1-3 record in their first four games.
The Cincinnati Reds, despite being shut down from spring training, have optioned catcher Tyler Stephenson and pitcher Jose De Leon to the minor leagues.
Starling Marte is on the market. And the Cincinnati Reds are looking to upgrade their offense by adding an outfielder. Can the Pirates and Reds match up?