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Reds Option TJ Friedl to Triple‑A, Recall Noelvi Marté

The Reds say the move aims to reset Friedl in Triple‑A to test whether Triple‑A hot‑streak Noelvi Marté can provide an offensive lift as the club chases the playoffs.

Apr 12, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte (16) high fives outfielder TJ Friedl (29) after scoring on a RBI single hit by catcher Jose Trevino (not pictured) in the seventh inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Reds announced on Wednesday that they optioned outfielder TJ Friedl to Triple‑A Louisville and recalled outfielder Noelvi Marté to the major‑league roster.
  • Friedl has struggled badly this season, producing a .179/.259/.256 line and a 44 wRC+ that prompted the team to pursue a low‑risk roster change.
  • Noelvi Marté earned the promotion after a strong Triple‑A stretch in which he hit .369 with a .984 OPS, eight homers, 27 RBIs and nine steals in 160 at‑bats.
  • Cincinnati framed the move as a chance to reset Friedl in the minors and to evaluate whether Marté can boost the big‑league offense; Friedl remains under club control and is arbitration‑eligible at $3.8 million.
  • The change comes with the Reds 31–29 and still in wild‑card range, and the club will watch whether Marté sticks in the outfield and whether Friedl’s stint in Louisville produces a turnaround or leads to longer‑term roster decisions.