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Reds claim OF Tyler Goeddel off waivers from Phillies

CINCINNATI -- The Reds claimed utility player Tyler Goeddel off waivers from the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday and optioned him to Triple-A Louisville.

Goeddel, 24, batted .192 in 92 games for the Phillies last season with four homers and 16 RBI.

The Reds also transferred right-hander Anthony DeSclafani to the 60-day disabled list. He opened the season on the disabled list for the second year in a row after suffering a sprained pitching elbow during spring training. Starter Homer Bailey also is on the disabled list, recovering from elbow surgery.