Reds Option Christian Encarnacion-Strand to AAA Louisville

The Cincinnati Reds optioned infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand to AAA Louisville on Monday morning. After hitting six home runs in 137 plate appearances during the 2025 season, Encarnacion-Strand struggled to maintain a consistent role following the acquisition of Ke’Bryan Hayes and the signing of Eugenio Suárez. The move is part of a broader reduction in the Reds' spring training roster, which now stands at 42 players.