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Luis Castillo named Cincinnati Reds' Opening Day starter

GOODYEAR, Arizona – The last time Luis Castillo was the Cincinnati Reds’ Opening Day starter, he dominated throughout the first half of the season and was selected to his first All-Star team.

The Reds are hoping for an encore.

Manager David Bell named Castillo the Opening Day starter for the second time in his career on Friday afternoon. The St. Louis Cardinals will counter with right-hander Jack Flaherty when the 2021 season begins on April 1 at 4:10 p.m. at Great American Ball Park.

"It means a lot to him," Bell said. "I know it means a lot to any pitcher, but he's so humble.