Reds add Stephens to 'pen, option Shackelford

Stephens' strong performance CINCINNATI -- The Reds made a roster move on Monday to get a fresh arm for their well-worn bullpen by swapping out right-handed relievers. Jackson Stephens was recalled from Triple-A Louisville, while Kevin Shackelford was optioned to Louisville.

This will be Stephens' second big league stint of 2018. On March 31 vs. the Nationals, he allowed two runs and three hits in one inning. With Louisville, he had a 5.04 ERA in five appearances.

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Shackelford had a 9.00 ERA in four appearances since coming off of the disabled list last month. In Sunday's 8-5 loss to the Marlins, he worked one-third of an inning and allowed one run, two hits and a walk,…