Reds Send Friedl Down for Batting Struggles

The Reds send veteran outfielder TJ Friedl to Triple-A Louisville to inject needed offense, as his .179 average and dwindling playing time clash with the team’s 27th-ranked batting average. In his place, Noelvi Marte returns to the majors after a scorching .369 stint in Louisville, while Edwin Arroyo is also recalled due to De La Cruz’s injury. With a 31-29 record and recent offensive struggles—including a game with just four hits—this roster shakeup signals a clear priority: production over experience. Friedl’s fate now hinges on his performance in Louisville, with a potential return looming. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b176f1729ad0cc6c