Mar 2, 2021; Goodyear, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds outfielder Alejo Lopez warms up. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
At this point, I don’t know what the Cincinnati Reds front office is waiting for. Infield prospect Alejo Lopez has played well at both Double-A Chattanooga and Triple-A Louisville this season. It’s time for the Reds to see if he’s got what it takes to be a contributor at the major league level.
Now, don’t misunderstand me. I’m not advocating for Lopez to supplant anyone within the Cincinnati starting lineup. Kyle Farmer has played great defense all season at shortstop, and more Mike Moustakas returns to the team, Farmer will return to his role as the first player off the bench.