Cubs bring 3-game win streak into matchup with the Reds
The Chicago Cubs will attempt to prolong a three-game win streak with a victory against the Cincinnati RedsAUGUST 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DONOVAN SOLANO #39 - THIRD BASEMAN - SAN DIEGO PADRES
8 HR •
35 RBI •
.286 AVG
8 HR
35 RBI
.286 AVG
Full-time DH role awaits Solano will serve as the Reds' designated hitter and No. 5 batter in Tuesday's game against the Mets.
Impact The righty-hitting Solano was already a fixture in the lineup against left-handed pitching when the Reds are at full strength, but he should be primed to get regular starts against right-handed pitchers like the Mets' Carlos Carrasco after Cincinnati placed his platoon mate at DH, Mike Moustakas (calf), on the 10-day injured list Tuesday. Solano owns a .289/.341/.421 slash line in 85 plate appearances versus righties on the season.
AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Bassitt hounds Reds, Marte homers early, Mets win again 5-1
Chris Bassitt scattered eight hits over eight innings and Starling Marte hit a two-run homer in the first, leading the New York Mets to a 5-1 win over the Cincinnati RedsAUGUST 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Added to Monday's lineup Solano was added to the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.
Impact Solano was set to open Monday's game on the bench, but fellow infielder Kyle Farmer was scratched with a sore neck, and Solano will be the player who takes his place in the lineup. Solano will serve as the designated hitter and hit fifth against Mets starter Chris Bassitt.
AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes seat against righty Solano is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets.
Impact Solano went 5-for-25 with two extra-base hits and three walks while starting in each of the past seven games, but he'll take a seat Monday with right-hander Chris Bassitt toeing the rubber for the Mets. The righty-hitting Solano will primarily handle a short-side platoon role at designated hitter moving forward, but his ability to play second base and third base will occasionally allow him to pick up work against righties when Jonathan India and Kyle Farmer need days off.
AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Bullpen woes, late error doom Brewers in 4-2 loss to Reds
Donovan Solano had a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2AUGUST 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Goes yard in win Solano went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a walk in Saturday's 7-5 win over the Brewers.
Impact Solano has slumped a bit lately, going 5-for-27 (.185) in his last eight contests. His homer Saturday was his first since July 22, but the Reds' lack of better options has kept the versatile infielder in the lineup. For the season, he's slashing .299/.357/.444 with three homers, 14 RBI, 12 runs scored and eight doubles in 35 contests. Jose Barrero's promotion has pushed Kyle Farmer to third base full time, but it appears Solano will maintain his fair share of playing time as the designated hitter.
AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Barrero hits first 2 HRs, Reds drop Brewers into 2nd place
José Barrero hit his first two major league home runs and the Cincinnati Reds beat Milwaukee 7-5, dropping the Brewers into second place in the NL CentralAUGUST 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Marlins' Sandy Alcantara throws MLB-most 3rd complete game
Sandy Alcantara threw his major league-leading third complete game and the Miami Marlins beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-0AUGUST 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gets third consecutive start Solano will serve as the Reds' designated hitter and No. 5 batter in Tuesday's game against the Marlins.
Impact Solano will draw his third consecutive start Tuesday, with the most recent two coming against left-handed pitching. As the Cincinnati roster is currently constructed, Solano looks to be a short-side platoon player, but a path to a full-time role could open up if the Reds move Brandon Drury prior to Tuesday's 6 p.m. ET trade deadline.
AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Castano hit on head by 104 mph liner in Marlins' 7-6 win
Daniel Castano was hit on the forehead by a 104 mph line drive off the bat of Donovan Solano in the first inning of the Miami Marlins’ 7-6 win over the Cincinnati RedsJULY 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Marlins pitching prospect Max Meyer faces Tommy John surgery
Miami Marlins' right-hander Max Meyer will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgeryJULY 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting against lefty again Solano will start at third base and bat fifth Thursday against the Marlins and left-handed starting pitcher Daniel Castano.
Impact The righty-hitting Solano has benefited from the Reds facing a lefty-heavy schedule of late, but the 34-year-old has made a case for earning more work versus right-handed pitching, too. Dating back to July 7, Solano is slashing .420/.444/.600 with two home runs, nine RBI and six runs in 15 games.
JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Reds bring 2-1 series advantage over Marlins into game 4
The Cincinnati Reds face the Miami Marlins, leading the series 2-1JULY 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Drives in three Solano went 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI on Friday against the Cardinals.
Impact Solano did the majority of his damage on a two-run home run in the second inning -- his second long ball of the campaign. With Mike Moustakas back in action, Solano may find it difficult to find regular playing time moving forward. However, he's hit pretty well when given the opportunity this season by maintaining a .285/.353/.434 line across 85 plate appearances.
JULY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Filling in for Moustakas Solano will serve as the Reds' designated hitter and No. 7 batter in Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Impact He'll close the Reds' first-half schedule having made four consecutive starts, but Solano could be in danger of falling into a short-side platoon role coming out of the All-Star break. Provided he hasn't experienced any major setbacks in his recovery from the virus, Mike Moustakas (illness) could be ready to return from the COVID-19-related injured list and take back primary duties at DH for next weekend's home series with the Cardinals.
JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Moves into bench role Solano is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Yankees.
Impact For one of the few times all season, the Reds have all their key regulars available with Joey Votto (back) checking back in at first base Tuesday following a week-long absence. As a result, Solano will end up losing out on a spot in the lineup after he went 9-for-25 with a home run and two walks while starting each of the past seven contests. The righty-hitting Solano should still have a regular spot in the starting nine versus left-handed pitching.
JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Hits first homer of season Solano went 3-for-4 with a solo homer in the first half of Thursday's doubleheader against Pittsburgh.
Impact Solano tied the game 1-1 with a solo blast in the fifth inning off Pirates starter Roansy Contreras and added singles in the second and seventh. It was the veteran's fourth multi-hit game of the season and his second three-hit outing. Across 53 plate appearances, he's slashing .250/.321/.417.
JULY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Hitting fifth Wednesday Solano will start at third base and bat fifth in Wednesday's game against the Mets.
Impact With southpaw David Peterson on the bump for the Mets, the righty-hitting Solano will slot into a prominent spot in the batting order while the Reds send several key lefty-hitting regulars to the bench. Solano has now started in 10 times in 15 games since coming off the 60-day injured list June 21, but moving forward, his starting opportunities could be limited largely to when the Reds oppose lefty pitchers now that the team has all of its everyday players back from the IL with the exception of No. 1 catcher Tyler Stephenson (thumb).
JULY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Luis Castillo strikes out 11 as Reds beat Cubs 5-3
Luis Castillo struck out 11 over six shutout innings in his first win in a month, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 5-3 victory over Keegan Thompson and the Chicago CubsJUNE 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pushing for regular role Solano will serve as the Reds' designated hitter and No. 5 batter in Tuesday's game against the Cubs.
Impact Solano has come out hot since being activated from the 60-day injured list a week ago. While starting in four of the Reds' first five games upon rejoining the active roster, Solano has gone 6-for-16 with three doubles, a walk, three runs and two RBI. He received each of his prior four starts at either second base or third base, but DH may represent Solano's clearest path to an everyday role now that Jonathan India (hand) is healthy after a one-game absence. The lefty-hitting Mike Moustakas is on the bench against a right-handed starter (Keegan Thompson) for the second straight day, perhaps hinting that the righty-hitting Solano may not be relegated to a short-side platoon role while he's producing at the plate.
JUNE 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ashcraft goes 8, Reds beat Giants 4-2 to halt 7-game skid
Cincinnati rookie Graham Ashcraft bounced back from two poor starts, pitching a career-high eight innings to help the Reds stop their seven-game losing streak with a 4-2 victory ov...JUNE 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Donovan Solano ready to contribute to Reds at any position, any situation Donovan Solano was activated from the 60-day injured list before the Reds played the Dodgers on Tuesday.
JUNE 21, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM
Cincinnati Reds receive some good news with injured players as Donovan Solano returns Donovan Solano was activated from the 60-day IL on Tuesday and Nick Lodolo could make his final rehab start this week.
JUNE 21, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM
Comes off IL The Reds reinstated Solano (hamstring) from the 60-day injured list Tuesday.
Impact Cincinnati swapped Solano off the 60-day IL in exchange for lefty starting pitcher Nick Lodolo (back), who was transferred from the 10-day IL since he was already on track to miss more than two months with his injury. The righty-hitting Solano is expected to serve as a short-side platoon option at second base, third base or shortstop for Jonathan India, Kyle Farmer or Brandon Drury, depending on which player the Reds want to extend a breather on a given day.
JUNE 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
