The Cincinnati Reds were swept by the Pittsburgh Pirates this past series. They now have a 20-14 record. They are heading into their four-game series with the Chicago Cubs. The Cincinnati Reds have announced a handful of roster moves. These were made ahead of tonight’s game against the NL Central-leading Chicago Cubs. They are calling up Chase Petty from Triple-A to make the start at Wrigley Field. With all the recent pitching injuries, the Cincinnati Reds have made frequent roster moves.
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Chase Petty
The Cincinnati Reds have recalled Chase Petty. He will make the start tonight opposite Edward Cabrera. This is game one of their series with the Cubs. Petty made two starts and came in as relief for the Reds last season. He had three losses and a 19.50 ERA during those three appearances. Petty pitched six innings, allowing 14 hits, 13 earned runs, walking eight, and striking out seven. This season in Triple-A, Petty has made six starts with a 2-2 record. He has a 4.38 ERA over 24.2 innings. Petty has struck out 29 while walking 11 this season for the Louisville Bats.
Zach Maxwell
The Cincinnati Reds have optioned Zach Maxwell to Triple-A today. Maxwell will continue his season pitching for the Louisville Bats. He appeared in one game for the Reds during his call-up. Maxwell threw one inning. He allowed three hits and four earned runs. Maxwell walked two batters, gave up two home runs, and struck out one.
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