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Reds Place Jeimer Candelario on IL, Call Up Chase Petty for MLB Debut

Candelario sidelined with a lumbar spine strain as top prospect Petty prepares to start Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader.

Apr 11, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds third base Jeimer Candelario (3) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park. Frank Bowen IV/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • The Cincinnati Reds placed infielder Jeimer Candelario on the 10-day injured list retroactive to Monday due to a lumbar spine strain.
  • Candelario, who signed a three-year, $45 million deal last offseason, has struggled offensively this season, batting just .113 with two home runs in 22 games.
  • The Reds recalled infielder Tyler Callihan from Triple-A Louisville to bolster their roster for upcoming games.
  • Top pitching prospect Chase Petty, ranked No. 6 in the Reds' system by MLB Pipeline, was added to the taxi squad and will make his MLB debut in Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Cardinals.
  • Petty, 22, has posted a 3.52 ERA across five starts in Triple-A this season, showcasing his potential as a key future contributor for the Reds.