Cincinnati Reds rely on Matt McLain as he faces a critical season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
The Cincinnati Reds continue to assess Matt McLain's performance as they approach the 2027 season. McLain, who was selected 17th overall in 2021, has struggled offensively, recording a batting average of.204 and ranking last among regulars with a wRC+ of 74 since 2025. Despite his challenges, he has performed relatively better against left-handed pitching, raising questions about his long-term position on the roster. As McLain heads into arbitration, the Reds may offer him a modest salary increase while hoping he can improve in the upcoming season.
- •Matt McLain has a career low batting average of.204.
- •He ranks last in MLB among regulars with a wRC+ of 74 since 2025.
- •McLain showed some improvement against left-handed pitchers in 2026.
- •The Reds will likely offer McLain a raise through arbitration this winter.
- •His ability to hit against right-handed pitching has been poor.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — One last chance for Matt McLain with the Cincinnati Reds
"Yet another glove-only infielder on the Reds roster. Will 2027 be his last chance to prove he can be more?
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