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The Louisville Bats, Chattanooga Lookouts, Dayton Dragons, and Daytona Tortugas were all in action on Wednesday. Here is how their top prospects performed: Louisville Bats (8-9) Lost 5-4 Tyler Callihan went 1-4 and hit his fourth home run of the season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 12

Cincinnati Reds Activate Andrew Abbott, Send Will Benson to Minors Ahead of Matchup With Pirates

The Reds activated left-hander Andrew Abbott from the injured list on Saturday. He had been on the injured list since March 24. They optioned outfielder Will Benson to Triple-A Louisville to make room on the roster.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Can Will Benson reach the promise as a first round pick?

Former first-round draft choice, Will Benson, was recalled from Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday. The Reds reassigned Benson to Louisville on March 15 in Goodyear, Arizona after a meeting with current and former boss, Terry Francona.

Cincinnati Reds News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Reds should call up Will Benson from Triple-A

The Cincinnati Reds are 3-7 to start the season as the team has struggled at the plate and sits presently with the sixth-lowest batting average (.210), seventh-lowest slugging percentage (.621), OPS (.352), and third-lowest OBP (.269).

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 7

Will Benson vs. Jake Fraley: Time for a Change in Cincinnati?

With Will Benson raking in Triple-A Louisville and Jake Fraley struggling mightily with the Reds, is it time for the front ofice to make a change? The Reds are 24th in the league in slugging, 28th in on-base percentage, 30th in walk percentage, and 23rd in hits per game at just 6.80.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 7

Down on the Farm: Andrew Abbott and Alexis Diaz Make Rehab Appearances, Will Benson Stays Hot

The Louisville Bats, Dayton Dragons, and Daytona Tortugas were all in action on Sunday. Here is how their top prospects performed: Louisville Bats (5-4) Won 7-5 Tyler Callihan reached base five times, going 3-4 with a stolen base and two walks.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 4

Down on the Farm: Will Benson and Noelvi Marte Stay Hot, Bats Lose 5-3

Will Benson and Noelvi Marte stayed hot for Triple-A Louisville on Thursday night. Will Benson went 1-3 with a walk and a home run. Noelvi Marte went 2-4 with a double.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 1

Down on the Farm: Andrew Abbott Shines in Rehab Start; Noelvi Marte, Will Benson Stay Hot

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott made his first minor league rehab appearance on Tuesday night for the Louisville Bats. The left-hander went 5 2/3 innings, giving up two runs on six hits.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 30

Down on the Farm: Will Benson Has Two More Hits, Bats Beat Redbirds 4-1

The Cincinnati Reds' Triple-A affiliate, the Louisville Bats, were back in action on Saturday. Quinn Mathews started for the Redbirds, who is the Cardinals' second-ranked prospect.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 29

Down on the Farm: Will Benson and Noelvi Marte Power Louisville Bats to 9-4 Win

We're excited to kick off a new series focusing on the Cincinnati Reds’ minor league system, where we’ll spotlight how the team’s top prospects perform each night.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / March 15

Will Benson Optioned: Cincinnati Reds Trim Down Roster

The Cincinnati Reds have Optioned Will Benson to the Louisville Bats in Triple-A to start his season. The Reds made this decision ahead of their Cactus League game today against the Kansas City Royals.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / March 4

Will Benson Is in a Make-or-Break Year With the Reds

Will Benson stands out on a baseball field. A 6-foot-5, lean 230, athletic specimen that you can tell has the tools to be a successful player. Those same tools and build are what led to him being drafted 14th overall by Cleveland in 2016.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 1

Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Will Benson Looking to Bounce Back in 2025

After lacing a ball down the right-field line and racing around the bases, Reds fans were treated to a familiar sight on Friday afternoon—Will Benson’s helmet flying off as he rounded second and headed to third.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 26

Look: Will Benson Shows Off New Batting Stance

Will Benson appears to have a new batting stance based on the video he shared to his Instagram story on Thursday afternoon. The 26-year-old struggled last season, slashing just .187/.274/.376 with 35 extra-base hits and 154 strikeouts in 128 games.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 30

Watch: Three Reds Players Land on MLB Network’s Top 40 Bat Flips of 2024

MLB Network released the "Top 40 Bat Flips" of the 2024 season on Saturday and three Reds players made the cut. Will Benson claimed the 39th spot with a stylish flip, Rece Hinds secured 27th with a memorable celebration, and Elly De La Cruz dazzled at 17th with one of the season’s most electric displays.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 18

Look: Will Benson Delivered Gifts to Children in his Hometown of Atlanta

Will Benson brought smiles to children in his hometown of Atlanta this past weekend by helping deliver gifts and spreading joy. Benson was born in Atlanta and attended Westminster High School in Atlanta.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 12

Look: Will Benson Wears Hilarious Shirt to Troll Reds Legend Joey Votto

Reds outfielder Will Benson trolled Joey Votto before his workout on Thursday. It included a picture of Bensn wearing a shirt that read "Happy 40th Joey," featuring an illustration of Votto using a walker.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 5

Jake Fraley, Will Benson, or Jesse Winker: Breaking Down the Best Choice for the Future

On Tuesday a report surfaced that the Reds and Jesse Winker have "mutual interest" in a reunion, according to Mark C. Healey. I set out to compare Jesse Winker to the current Reds outfielders, Jake Fraley and Will Benson, to see how they stack up against each other.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 25

Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Will Benson Excited to Reunite With Terry Francona

Will Benson is excited to reunite with new Reds manager Terry Francona. "The Hot Stove" on MLB Network on Monday and talked about reuniting with new Reds manager Terry Francona.