Eugenio Suárez disputes manager's claim World Baseball Classic impacted struggles
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Cincinnati Reds' Eugenio Suárez addressed his ongoing offensive struggles while denying any link to his participation in the World Baseball Classic. Manager Terry Francona suggested the tournament might have disrupted Suárez's rhythm, but the veteran slugger stated he believes he can regain form. Suárez has struggled after returning from an oblique injury and has a batting average around.200 this season. The Reds are currently struggling to maintain their playoff hopes, having fallen below.500 after a series loss to the Cardinals.
- •Suárez hitting.200 with four home runs in 38 games this season.
- •Francona ties Suárez's slump to the World Baseball Classic.
- •Suárez rebuts claims about WBC affecting his play.
- •Reds dropped under.500 after losing to the Cardinals.
- •Suárez believes a hitting streak is imminent.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — Eugenio Suárez says WBC didn't play role in his prolonged slump
"Reds slugger Eugenio Suárez and manager Terry Francona disagree on whether the World Baseball Classic contributed to Suárez's struggles this season.
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