The Cincinnati Reds lineup has been carried by two players and one position group so far this year. Elly De La Cruz, TJ Friedl, and Reds catchers have put the lineup on their back, for the most part, so far this year. Of those three, the catchers have been the best.

The Cincinnati Reds reinstated first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand from the injured list Friday and designated catcher Austin Wynns for assignment.

The Cincinnati Reds activated Christian Encarnacion-Strand from the injured list Friday and designated Austin Wynns for assignment, ending their three-catcher setup despite Wynns’ strong production.