The 2025 season has been a turbulent one for the Cincinnati Reds, and few players embody that rollercoaster more than second baseman Matt McLain.
Once thought to be a cornerstone of the infield, McLain has hit a wall offensively, and Reds fans are beginning to wonder if his future role will look more like a utility man than an everyday starter. With more than just one highly touted prospect knocking on the door, the clock is ticking for McLain to turn things around.
For much of the summer, fans have been clamoring for the promotion of the Reds’ No.