In late March, the Reds claimed former top prospect Dan Straily off of waivers from the San Diego Padres. It didn’t get much attention at the time, but it was a classic low-risk move with the potential to have a high reward and it has proved to be a smart decision by Dick Williams and Walt Jocketty. With injuries continuing to pile up, especially in the rotation, the 27-year-old has come up big in relief and as starter, proving to be one of the few pitchers who can be relied on consistently.
With only six appearances under his belt as a Red, however, he’s still a bit unfamiliar to Cincinnati fans.