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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 29
Longtime MLB Exec Believes Orioles Management Played Major Role In Lineup Failures
The Orioles starting lineup came to life in St. Louis, largely thanks to Pete Alonso and Christian Encarnacion-Strand, to start this nine-game road trip, but it’s been a problem all season.
Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 27
Orioles Should Ride Encarnacion-Strand's Hot Streak For Now But His Future Remains Suspect
A few weeks back, the Orioles brass may have been pondering whether Christian Encarnacion-Strand should be headed back to Norfolk. Blaze Alexander, who
Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / August 27
After blowing 7-0 lead, Encarnacion-Strand’s 9th-inning double gives Orioles 8-7 win over Cardinals 
ST. LOUIS—When Blaze Alexander went on the injured list with a fractured left hand, the Orioles recalled third baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand from Triple-A Norfolk, where he’d been compiling impressive statistics since his acquisition from Cincinnati in April.
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz
How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?
Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / July 28
The curious case of Christian Encarnacion-Strand
When the Orioles purchased the contract of Reds’ corner infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand back in April, it was just another one of those low-profile moves we see from Mike Elias and the front office all the time.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Baltimore Orioles News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / July 23
Christian Encarnacion-Strand’s Hilarious Reason for Turning Down Interview
Former Oklahoma State Cowboys slugger Christian Encarnacion-Strand is starting over this season. At one time he was considered the future of the Cincinnati Reds when he broke in during the 2023 season and batted .270 with 13 home runs and 37 RBI.
MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 13
Former Reds Infielder Showing Massive Power Surge in Orioles System
The Reds designated Christian Encarnacion-Strand for assignment in April, and then eventually traded him to the Baltimore Orioles for cash considerations.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 13
O's move Ryan Mountcastle to 60-day IL, acquire Reds' Christian Encarnacion-Strand
The Baltimore Orioles acquired infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for cash considerations on Monday. Baltimore optioned Encarnacion-Strand to Triple-A Norfolk as it made some infield adjustments.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13
Orioles land new infielder in trade with Reds
The 2026 MLB season is not even one month old, but the Baltimore Orioles are adding a new face to the roster. On Monday, the Orioles acquired infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand in a trade with the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for cash considerations.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 13
Reds Move On From Once-Promising Bat in Trade With Orioles
The Cincinnati Reds have traded infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand to the Baltimore Orioles for cash considerations, according to Charlie Goldsmith.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 13
Orioles Acquire Christian Encarnacion-Strand
The Orioles have acquired first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand from the Reds, according to announcements from both clubs. Cincinnati, who designated him for assignment last week, gets cash considerations in return.
Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 8
Reds Designate Christian Encarnacion-Strand For Assignment
Reds first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand has been designated for assignment, the team announced. Catcher P.J. Higgins is taking his spot on the 40-man roster.
Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 9
Reds Option Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Chase Petty
The Reds optioned first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand and starter Chase Petty this morning. Both players entered camp as long shots to make the Opening Day roster after struggling in limited looks in 2025.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 9
Cincinnati Reds Send Down Top 10 Prospect in Latest Round of Roster Cuts
The Cincinnati Reds announced their latest Spring Training roster moves on Monday morning, reassigning infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand and pitcher Chase Petty to minor league camp and optioning them to Triple-A Louisville.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 12
Christian Encarnacion-Strand's Injury Could Impact Reds' Opening Day Roster
While the Reds are mostly healthy heading into Spring Training, manager Terry Francona spoke with Charlie Goldsmith on Thursday morning and shared a couple of minor injury updates.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 13
Another Quiet Free Agency Is Fueling a Familiar Reds Narrative
The Cincinnati Reds have tripped over their own shoelaces to begin the offseason. Upgrades are (hopefully) still on the way, but a thought occurred to me today: I know exactly how they will spin it if they do not make a meaningful addition to the lineup.
Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / July 2, 2025
Christian Encarnacion-Strand's slam sends Reds past Red Sox
Christian Encarnacion-Strand's seventh-inning grand slam sparked a Cincinnati comeback as the visiting Reds defeated the Boston Red Sox 8-4 in the finale of a three-game series on Wednesday night.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 7, 2025
Watch and Listen to Christian Encarnacion-Strand's Walk-Off Hit in Win Over DBacks
Christian Encarnacion-Strand hit his fourth career walk-off hit on Saturday, giving the Reds a 4-3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. With one out and a man on second, Encarnacion-Strand ripped a line drive to center field that was hit 107.2 mph off the bat.
Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / June 6, 2025
Reds return 1B Christian Encarnacion-Strand from IL
The Cincinnati Reds reinstated first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand from the injured list Friday, while catcher Austin Wynns was designated for assignment.
Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / April 17, 2025
Reds 1B Christian Encarnacion-Strand (back) on 10-day IL
The Cincinnati Reds placed first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Stand on the 10-day injured list on Thursday due to lower back inflammation. In a corresponding move, the Reds recalled third baseman Noelvi Marte from Triple-A Louisville.
Cincinnati Reds News / Athlon Sports / April 17, 2025
Reds Place Struggling Infielder on IL, Recall Former Top Prospect
After missing the overwhelming majority of the season in 2024, Cincinnati Reds infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand was looking to bounce back and be more of the player he and the Reds expected.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 31, 2025
Watch: Cincinnati Reds' Slugger Christian Encarnacion-Strand Leaves Game After Being Hit By Pitch
Christian Encarnacion-Strand left the game in the seventh inning of the Reds’ game against the Texas Rangers on Monday. In the sixth, the slugger was hit in the right wrist with a pitch.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 3, 2025
Why Christian Encarnacion-Strand Will Smash Past His 2025 Home Run Projections
Christian Encarnacion-Strand hit his second home run of the spring on Saturday afternoon against the Chicago Cubs, a reminder of the raw power he brings to the Reds' lineup when he's healthy.
Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25, 2024
Reds first baseman to undergo wrist surgery
Reds infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand will have wrist surgery on July 11.
Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 11, 2024
Two Reds players could require season-ending surgeries
Both players will be evaluated in the coming days with season-ending surgery possible for each of them.
Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / May 8, 2024
Reds 1B Christian Encarnacion-Strand (wrist) lands on 10-day IL
The Cincinnati Reds placed first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday due to a fractured right wrist. Encarnacion-Strand is expected to miss four to six weeks.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 19, 2024
MLB home run props for 4/19: We like Betts against the Mets
We're still looking for our first home run prop winner of the week, and we plan to do just that on Friday's loaded MLB slate. Let's finish the week strong with our three favorite HR bets.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 31, 2024
NL East opening weekend takeaways: Mets meltdown, Braves offense soars, Nats, Marlins falter late
With the opening weekend officially in the books for all five National League East teams, let's look at three things we learned after the first official MLB weekend of 2024.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 27, 2024
Three National League players poised for breakout seasons
It's almost time for all the preseason breakout candidates to break through.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29, 2023
MLB HR props for Friday 9/29: This prop is Taylor made
We've made it to the final day of home run props in the regular season. Let's finish the year off with a bang and build up the bankroll for the playoffs with our Jack Dougherty's three favorite HR prop bets for Friday's MLB slate.
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