Reds Designate Christian Encarnacion-Strand For Assignment

By Charlie Wright | at April 8, 2026 10:11am CDT Reds first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand has been designated for assignment, the team announced. Catcher P.J. Higgins is taking his spot on the 40-man roster. Higgins was recalled after catcher Jose Trevino went to the IL due to a thoracic spine strain. More to come… Share Repost Send via email Cincinnati Reds Transactions Christian Encarnacion-StrandJose TrevinoP.J. Higgins View Comments (11)