May 13, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Luis Castillo (58) hands the ball to manager David Bell (25) after being replaced. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Prior to the 2021 season, I would’ve stumped for Cincinnati Reds starter Luis Castillo to receive a contract extension. His play thus far has squashed that notion, and has likely ruined any chance the right-hander had of securing a long-term deal with the team.
Castillo entered this season having received a one-year/$4.2M contract in his first year of arbitration eligibility. The Reds have two years of club control remaining and it’s highly doubtful that we’ll hear any talk of a contract extension this year.