The Reds have optioned outfielder Rece Hinds to Triple-A Louisville, the team announced Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Hinds made an explosive MLB debut last summer, crushing five home runs in his first six games, but his production cratered soon after. He struggled mightily to make consistent contact, slashing just .042/.148/.083 with nine strikeouts in his final 27 plate appearances of the 2024 season. Those issues persisted this spring, as he struck out in six of his 14 Cactus League at-bats. Hinds will get regular at-bats in Louisville to refine his approach, but he’ll need to improve his plate discipline before earning another shot with the Reds.

Rece Hinds has been recalled from Triple-A Louisville.

Fantasy Impact

Hinds returns to the majors after Stuart Fairchild (thumb) was placed on the IL. He got off to a hot start in his last stint with the Reds and will look to continue that. He hit .316 with 5 home runs and a 1.218 OPS in 10 games.

The Reds have optioned Rece Hinds to Triple-A Louisville.

Fantasy Impact

Hinds was optioned in the corresponding move to TJ Friedl’s activation from the injured list. This move will ensure Hinds can continue to develop with consistent playing time in Louisville.

Rece Hinds is in the starting lineup for the Reds Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Hinds will bat eighth and patrol right field against the Braves. He is hitting .353, with five home runs, and 11 RBI this season.

Rece Hinds is out of the starting lineup for the Reds Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Hinds will head to the bench for the series finale for regular rest. Jake Fraley will start in right field and bat fifth against the Nationals.