Scott Barlow

The Reds declined their $4.5 million club option on RHP Scott Barlow for 2026.

Fantasy Impact

Barlow posted a 4.21 ERA across 75 appearances this past season. He should draw some interest in free agency in a middle relief role.

Scott Barlow allowed four earned runs on two hits and three walks with one strikeout and one home run allowed over one inning in the Reds’ 12-9 loss to the Blue Jays on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

The rough outing ballooned Barlow’s ERA to 3.79 and WHIP to 1.38 across 61 2/3 innings this season. Despite a strong 70-strikeout mark, his elevated walk rate continues to pose volatility risk in leagues that count ratios or penalize blown holds.

Scott Barlow recorded a four-out save on Monday against the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

Barlow worked around one walk with four strikeouts. It was his first save on the season.

The Reds activated RHP Scott Barlow from the paternity list.

Fantasy Impact

Barlow was away for just one day. Luis Mey heads back to Triple-A as the corresponding move.

The Reds placed RHP Scott Barlow on the paternity list.

Fantasy Impact

Barlow will be away for the next few days. Luis Mey was recalled as the corresponding move.