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On YouTubeCincinnati Reds News / Last Word On Sports / July 20
Christian Encarnacion-Strand: From Top Prospect to Potential Trade Piece
Every so often, we are reminded that professional sports is a revolving door ready to replace the under-performers. In the case of one-time Cincinnati Reds prospect Christian Encarnacion-Strand, his struggles this season have sparked the question of what his future looks like, and if it even is with the Reds.
Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12
Reds option struggling infielder, activate outfielder from IL
The Reds announced that outfielder Jake Fraley has been activated from the 10-day injured list. In a notable corresponding move, infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand has been optioned to Triple-A.
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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2
Terry Francona, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, and Nick Martinez React to Comeback Win Over Red Sox
The Cincinnati Reds beat the Boston Red Sox 8-4 on Wednesday night behind Christian Encarnacion-Strand's first grand slam of his career. With the Reds trailing 3-0 in the seventh inning, Encarnacion-Strand hit a towering, 439 foot grand slam to give the Reds a 4-3 lead.
Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / July 2
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 9
Reds Infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand Joins Exclusive Club After Performance vs Diamondbacks
Christian Encarnacion-Strand had a huge series in the Reds sweep of the Diamondbacks this past weekend. He is the only player this season in all of Major League Baseball to have seven or more hits, three or more home runs, six or more RBIs, and a walk-off hit in a three-game series, according to Just Baseball Media.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 8
National Outlet Says Reds Slugger Needs a Fresh Start, We’re Not Buying It
Mark Feinsand from MLB.com wrote an article and mentioned eight players who could use a change of scenery. One of the players he mentioned who would benefit from this is Reds' infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 7
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.
MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 7
Reds Explode for Eight-Run Inning in 13-1 Rout of Diamondbacks
What a day at Great American Ball Park! After finishing a big win from Friday's suspended game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Cincinnati Reds and Christian Encarnacion-Strand decided to keep the celebration going with a five-run first inning later on Saturday for the next game in the series.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 7
Reds put on offensive show to rout Diamondbacks
Christian Encarnacion-Strand hit a three-run homer in the five-run first inning and Gavin Lux blasted a grand slam in the eight-run fourth to lift the Cincinnati Reds to a 13-1 win against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks in the second game of their three-game series on Saturday afternoon.
MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 7
INSTANT REACTION: Cincinnati Reds Clobber Arizona Diamondbacks 13-1 to Win Series
CINCINNATI -- Immediately following the Reds' extra innings, walk-off win in Saturday's resumed game Friday night, they carried the momentum over to Saturday's already scheduled game and routed the Arizona Diamondbacks 13-1.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 7
Christian Encarnacion-Strand hits walk-off double to lead Reds past Diamondbacks
Christian Encarnacion-Strand doubled to center in the bottom of the 10th inning to drive in Tyler Stephenson and give the Cincinnati Reds a 4-3 win against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday afternoon.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 7
INSTANT REACTION: Christian Encarncacion-Strand Walks It Off, Reds Beat DBacks 4-3
CINCINNATI -- Christian Encarnacion-Strand, playing in his first game in 52 days, delivered a walk-off hit in the bottom of the 10th inning as the Reds beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 Saturday afternoon.
Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / June 6
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 / Red Reporter / June 4
What should the Reds do with a healthy Christian Encarnacion-Strand? 
You tell us! Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cincinnati Reds fans and fans across the country.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 31
Watch: Reds Infielder Makes Statement in Minor League Rehab Start
Cincinnati Reds infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand had a huge day at the plate in Triple-A Louisville on Friday night. The 25-year-old went 3-4 with two doubles and two RBIs.
Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / April 17
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
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 / Last Word On Sports / December 11
Reds First Baseman Has Immense Power Potential
Cincinnati Reds first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand had a lost season in 2024 after suffering a right hand injury in late April. Unfortunately, the 25-year-old played only 29 games and struggled during the short time he played, slashing .190/.220/.293 (33 wRC+).
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.
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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