The Cincinnati Reds have no shortage of young talent. Their farm system might feel criminally underrated to fans who’ve followed the pipeline closely. The names are exciting, the tools are loud, and the future looks bright. Buried beneath the next wave of rising stars is a name that once flashed just as brightly, and still has thunder left in the bat if the Reds are willing to listen.
Rece Hinds is quietly having one of the most productive offensive seasons in the entire organization. And yet, the 25-year-old outfielder can’t seem to find a way back onto the major league roster.