Overview
- The Reds claimed right-hander Ron Marinaccio off waivers on Thursday and added him to their 40-man roster after transferring outfielder Blake Dunn to the 60-day injured list.
- Cincinnati also claimed right-hander Chase Solesky from the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday and optioned him to Triple-A Louisville for organizational depth.
- Marinaccio has struggled in 2026, posting an ERA near 5.00 with a below-average strikeout rate, and he allowed two runs in two innings during his last outing for Pittsburgh before being designated for assignment.
- The 31-year-old has no minor-league options remaining so the Reds must keep him on the active roster when he reports; he brings a history of working multiple innings and a 3.60 career ERA from time with the Yankees, Padres and Pirates.
- The moves give Cincinnati short-term bullpen flexibility but raise roster risk because Marinaccio's poor recent results mean the club will need him to rebound quickly or else make another roster change.