Mr. Smith goes to Louisville: The Reds demoted RP Jordan Smith, along with SP Edinson Volquez, to Triple-A Louisville on Monday. In corresponding moves, OF Todd Frazier and pitcher Matt Maloney were called up from Louisville. Smith had appeared in 17 games with Cincinnati, posting a 7.20 ERA over 20 innings. (Updated 05/23/2011)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 2/23/12).
Fantasy Analysis
As a middle reliever who allows too many homers, Smith had virtually no Fantasy value. He could be recalled at some point this season, but he doesn't figure to fare much better the next time. Owners can continue to ignore him in all formats. (Updated 05/23/2011).
05/19/2011 15:59 McDonald, Walker lead Bucs to Cincy sweep
James McDonald pitched into the seventh inning Thursday and Neil Walker doubled home a pair of runs, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-3 victory and a two-game sweep of the Cincinnati Reds.