Availability
The Reds agreed to terms with OF Will Benson on a one-year, $1.725 million contract.
Fantasy Impact
Benson slashed .226/.273/.435 last season across 253 at-bats. He is likely to compete in a platoon role for plate appearances with JJ Bleday.
Will Benson went 1-for-2 in loss to the Athletics with a home run, two RBI, one run scored, and one walk.
Fantasy Impact
The 27-year-old continues a steady stretch at the plate, hitting .294 with two home runs and four RBI over his last 15 games for the Reds. After yesterday’s loss, Benson now boasts a .229 batting average with 36 RBI and 11 home runs over 78 games this season.
The Cincinnati Reds have recalled Will Benson from Triple-A Louisville.
Fantasy Impact
After Jake Fraley was designated for assignment, Benson will now serve as the Reds' fourth outfielder. He has posted a .223/.271/.413 slash line across 184 at-bats with the Reds this season.
The Reds have optioned Will Benson to Triple-A Louisville.
Fantasy Impact
Benson will head to the minors as the Reds add Lyon Richardson to provide depth in the bullpen. Benson will likely return to the Reds' roster soon.
Will Benson went 2-for-3 in victory over the Braves, contributing two RBI, one home run, two runs scored, and one stolen base.
Fantasy Impact
The outfielder continues an underwhelming stretch at the plate, hitting .211 with three home runs and 13 RBI over his last 30 games for the Reds. After this game, Benson's season stats now stand at a .224 batting average with 32 RBI and nine home runs across 61 games played.