The Cincinnati Reds used a first-round draft pick on Florida State University catcher Mat Nelson back in 2021. But after four years, the Reds have decided he's no longer worth their time. According to the Chattanooga Lookouts transaction log, Nelson was released on Monday, July 21.
Nelson represents yet another catching prospect who's failed to work out for the Reds. Over the years, Cincinnati has seen high draft picks like Chris Okey, Mark Kolozsvary, and others fall by the wayside. Reds fans were hoping to see a different outcome from Nelson, but sadly his time with the organization has come to a close.