Cincinnati Reds News & Notes 05/09/2026

The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 20-19 record after dropping eight consecutive games to open the month of May. Over the last 24 hours, the club suffered a 10-0 shutout loss to the Houston Astros. They navigated a flurry of roster moves. There were also pivotal injury updates for the pitching staff.

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MLB Game Recap

Cincinnati was dominated 10-0 by Houston, managing just five hits in their fourth shutout loss of the season. Nick Lodolo, making his season debut, posted a line of 5.1 IP. He allowed 4 ER, 5 H, 2 K, and 1 BB on 78 pitches. A five-run ninth inning—featuring position player Jose Trevino on the mound—blew the game open. The Reds had their best scoring chance in the fourth inning. Spencer Steer flied out. Then, Tyler Stephenson struck out on three pitches after the team had loaded the bases with one out.

Standout Performer

Elly De La Cruz provided a rare offensive spark in the loss, finishing 2-for-4 with a double. While his multi-hit effort did not produce runs, his eighth double of the year was significant. It represented one of only two extra-base hits for a lineup that went 1-for-6 with runners in scoring position. He reached base twice. This provided a minor highlight for an offense struggling significantly during the current eight-game skid.

Key News & Notes

Roster volatility continued. The Reds activated Nick Lodolo and Ian Gibaut but optioned Jose Franco and Chase Petty to Triple-A Louisville. The injury news about top prospect Rhett Lowder was bittersweet. His MRI showed no structural damage to his right shoulder. He received an injection in his AC joint. The team will wait until a Sunday side session to decide on a potential IL stint.

Additionally, reliever Caleb Ferguson is nearing a return. He is scheduled to pitch back-to-back nights for Louisville. This schedule will test his recovery from an oblique strain.

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Farm Report

• Triple-A: The Louisville Bats defeated Nashville 9-6. Edwin Arroyo led the team. He went 3-for-5 with two home runs and three runs scored in a dominant power display.
• Double-A: The Chattanooga Lookouts topped Montgomery 4-2. Jose Acuna struck out 12 batters while allowing just two hits over 6.1 innings of work.
• High-A: The Dayton Dragons shut out West Michigan 8-0. As Nestor Lorant fired 7.0 scoreless innings with seven strikeouts, and Carlos Sanchez blasted two home runs.
• Single-A: Daytona Tortugas were rained out and will play a doubleheader today.
• Rookie: ACL Reds were not scheduled for a game