Reds Activate Eugenio Suarez, Place Ke'Bryan Hayes On 10-Day IL
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Key Points:
- The Reds have placed third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes on the 10-day injured list retroactive to May 21 due to a lumbar bulging disc, while activating Eugenio Suarez from the IL after an oblique strain.
- Hayes has struggled with recurring back issues this season, leading manager Terry Francona to prioritize his full recovery and include offensive mechanics work during rehab at the Reds’ Spring Training facility.
- Hayes’ offensive performance has been notably poor, hitting just .142/.195/.225 with a 12 wRC+, the lowest among MLB players with at least 120 plate appearances, despite his strong defensive skills.
- Sal Stewart has been receiving starts at third base in Hayes’ absence and is expected to continue in that role, while Suarez may serve more as a designated hitter upon his return.
- Suarez, who signed a one-year, $15 million deal this offseason, has struggled offensively as well, posting a .231/.300/.363 line with three home runs in 100 plate appearances before his injury.