Today was the end of an era for the Cincinnati Reds. Right-hander pitcher Rookie Davis was activated from the 60-Day DL and immediately outrighted to Triple-A Louisville. This means he will clear waivers and not be on the 40-man roster. Why is this news?
Because it now sets in stone the futility of the Aroldis Chapman trade to the New York Yankees before the 2016 season. All four prospects are now either gone from the organization or in Davis’ case, off the 40-man roster.
The trade sent the flame-throwing Aroldis Chapman to the New York Yankees for right-hander Caleb Cotham, infielder Tony Renda, third baseman Eric Jagielo, and Davis.