Cincinnati Reds promote Jay Allen II to Triple-A Louisville
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Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Cincinnati Reds have promoted outfield prospect Jay Allen II from Double-A Chattanooga to Triple-A Louisville as of August 12, 2026. In his second season with the Lookouts, Allen achieved a.280 batting average, 15 home runs, 17 stolen bases, and an OPS of.857 over 377 plate appearances. At 23 years old, Allen, a former first-round draft pick in 2021, has shown improved performance, reducing his strikeouts compared to previous seasons. As he advances in the minors, the Reds hope Allen can continue to develop his skills in preparation for a potential major league debut.
- •Allen was drafted 30th overall by the Reds in 2021.
- •He batted.280 with 15 home runs and 17 stolen bases this season.
- •Allen has improved his strikeout rate over the last three seasons.
- •He turns 24 in November and ranks 29th among Reds prospects.
- •Allen broke the Dayton franchise record for stolen bases in a game in 2022.
- 9:44 PMYahoo Sports — Who is Jay Allen II? Reds promote OF prospect to Triple-A Louisville
"The Cincinnati Reds promoted outfield prospect and former first-round pick Jay Allen II from Double-A Chattanooga to Triple-A Louisville.
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