Overview

• First baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand was placed on the 10-day injured list due to lower back inflammation, the Reds announced Thursday.
• Encarnacion-Strand, who has struggled this season with a .158 batting average and .481 OPS, will undergo an epidural for pain relief.
• The Reds recalled third baseman Noelvi Marte from Triple-A Louisville to fill the roster vacancy, marking Marte's second MLB stint this season.
• Manager Terry Francona noted that Spencer Steer, recovering from a shoulder injury, is nearing a return and could soon contribute at first base.
• Jeimer Candelario and utility player Santiago Espinal, who has been practicing at first base, are also options to cover the position during Encarnacion-Strand's absence.