Despite brutal numbers in the minors to end his season, there’s certainly reason to believe Santillan could be a solid bullpen piece for the club in 2024.
The Reds announced Tuesday that right-hander Tony Santillan has been designated for assignment. His spot on the 40-man roster will go to utilityman Alejo Lopez, who has had his contract selected from Triple-A Louisville.
Two early-season staff aces will square off Saturday when the Philadelphia Phillies visit the Cincinnati Reds. Left-hander Matt Strahm (1-0, 0.00) starts opposite Cincinnati right-hander Graham Ashcraft (1-0, 2.08).
Santigold also got his first career hit, to boot! The Joe Nuxhall Memorial Honorary Star of the Game Tony Santillan picked a hell of a time to have his best start of his young career.