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Reds activate Andrew Abbott for season debut, option Will Benson to AAA

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According to FanGraphs, there’s not a single starting pitching consortium that’s been more valuable than that of the Cincinnati Reds so far in 2025.

Through 14 games, their 2.2 collective fWAR ranks as the best in the majors, and on Saturday they’re set to welcome back one of their most dependable arms of the last two seasons.

The Reds officially activated lefty Andrew Abbott off the injured list on Saturday, sending Will Benson back to AAA Louisville to make room on the active roster.

The #Reds today activated LHP Andrew Abbott (left shoulder rotator cuff strain) from the 15-day injured list and optioned OF Will Benson to Triple-A Louisville (post-game on 4/11).