Apr 18, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Alexis Diaz (43) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Option Former Closer to Triple-A, Promote 20th-Ranked Prospect

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By Greg Kuffner | Last updated May 1, 2025 10:14 AM ET

The Cincinnati Reds optioned former closer Alexis Diaz to Triple-A Louisville and called up reliever Luis Mey.

Diaz started the season on the injured list and has struggled since his return. The 28-year-old has a 12.00 ERA over six appearances for Cincinnati this season.

On Wednesday, Diaz entered in a 1-0 game and surrendered three home runs to the Cardinals.

Mey has a 4.00 ERA with nine strikeouts and seven walks over 10 games this season. The flamethrower is known for his ability to routinely throw over 100 mph and he threw a pitch 103.2 mph earlier this season.

The Reds sent Mey to the Arizona Fall League last year and he was named the Arizona Fall League's Reliever of the Year.

Mey recorded six saves and allowed only one hit in 8 2/3 scoreless innings across eight appearances. The right-hander did not allow a run and was the only pitcher in the AFL to throw a pitch over 100 mph, which he did 30 times.

You can see the full announcement below:

The #Reds today recalled from Triple-A Louisville RHP Luis Mey and optioned to Louisville RHP Alexis Díaz (post-game on April 30).
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) May 1, 2025