Reds' Spencer Steer goes from potential trade candidate to landing on the shelf

Nature of Spencer Steer's injury and impact on the trade market

The plan for Steer is that he will be in a splint for the next two weeks, and with ample rest and treatment, the Reds hope that surgery won't be necessary. 

The nature of the injury is a partial tear of the sheath (part that protects the tendon) in his wrist. The fact that it's not a complete tear is a good sign, which should allow him to heal and possibly return this season. Steer will be re-examined in two weeks and, by that time, fans will likely get a clearer picture of when he will officially return. 

The Reds have recalled Ivan Johnson from Triple-A Louisville as a corresponding move to Steer landing on the IL.  Johnson has a .278 batting average, with 10 home runs and 11 stolen bases with a .373 on-base percentage in Triple-A this season.

Steer joins Shea Langeliers, who was another intriguing trade chip taken off the market because of a knee injury. 

In addition to the Mariners, the Yankees were also in the market for a right-handed hitting outfielder. Contenders in need of right-handed power and defensive flexibility will now face a more narrow market of available talent, which could inflate prices for buyers. The nature of Steers' injury also changes plans for the Reds, who will likely shift their attention to trading veterans such as Eugenio Suarez.