Rookie Infielder

Matt McLain Lands on IL with Oblique Strain

Cincinnati Reds rookie infielder Matt McLain has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right oblique strain, a major setback for the team as they vie for a National League Wild Card spot. The severity of the injury is still being determined, but manager David Bell hopes for a quick recovery. McLain had been playing through discomfort but the pain became too much, prompting the MRI and IL placement. Since his debut in May, McLain has been a valuable player for the Reds, and his absence comes at a crucial time for the team.