Reds activate Tony Santillan ahead of series against Diamondbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 10:41 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Cincinnati Reds activated right-handed pitcher Tony Santillan prior to their series opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 21, 2026. Santillan had been on the 15-day injured list since June 22 due to an oblique strain but had shown improvement with seven consecutive scoreless appearances before his injury. He replaces Zach Maxwell on the roster, who has been optioned to Triple-A Louisville. The Reds are looking to strengthen their bullpen as they head into the latter part of the season.
- •Santillan was activated from the injured list before the game on August 21.
- •He last pitched on June 22 before injuring his oblique.
- •Santillan had a 5.23 ERA this season prior to his injury.
- •Zach Maxwell was optioned to Triple-A to make space for Santillan.
- •Reds hope Santillan can replicate his pre-injury form.
- 10:41 PMYahoo Sports — Reds activate Tony Santillan ahead of series against Diamondbacks
"The Reds finally welcome back a key cog of their bullpen.
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