Christian Encarnacion-Strand

The Reds have optioned infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand to Triple-A Louisville on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

The Reds needed to clear a roster spot for Jake Fraley, who was activated from the injured list on Saturday. Encarnacion-Strand has struggled mightily at the plate, hitting just .208 with six homers and a .611 OPS across 36 games this season.

Reds manager Terry Francona said Christian Encarnacion-Strand fouled a ball off his foot and then got removed from the game on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Encarnacion-Strand fouled the ball off the top of his foot. He'll be further evaluated.

Christian Encarnacion-Strand went 2-for-3 in the win against the Diamondbacks, launching a home run, driving in one run, scoring once, and walking once.

Fantasy Impact

Encarnacion-Strand concluded the series on fire, going 7-for-13 with three home runs and recording at least two hits in his last three games. Following Sunday's action, his season line sits at .229 with 5 home runs and 11 RBI through 18 appearances.

Christian Encarnacion-Strand went 2-for-5 in the win against the Diamondbacks, driving in three runs with a home run and scoring once.

Fantasy Impact

The 25-year-old is swinging a productive bat since returning from injury, recording two home runs and five RBI over the last two games for the Reds. After yesterday's game, he now has a .209 batting average with 10 RBI and four home runs across 17 games this season.

The Reds activated Christian Encarnacion-Strand from the injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Encarnacion-Strand missed the past month and a half due to back inflammation. He should return to his platoon role at first base.