Redleg Nation · May 4, 2019
Reds release Matt Kemp, call up Cody Reed, option Scott Schebler
It was a busy day this afternoon at Great American Ballpark. The Cincinnati Reds made several roster moves, with perhaps the biggest being the release of outfielder Matt Kemp. Acquired in the trade with the Dodgers over the winter, Kemp had been a 4th outfield option for the Reds, but was being worked into the lineup somewhat regularly in the corners. He was hitting .200/.210/.283 in 62 plate appearances before breaking a rib when he collided with the wall and was placed on the injured list. His release opens up a spot on the 40-man roster – though for now, that spot remains open.