The Cincinnati Reds have designated outfielder Scott Schebler for assignment on Sunday afternoon following the final game of the Summer Series. The team needed to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for Brooks Raley, who they added to the roster by selecting his contract. Raley, a left-handed pitcher, had been in camp on a non-roster invite.
Adding Brooks Raley to the 40-man roster doesn’t guarantee that he will make the opening day roster. It’s possible that he had an opt-out situation and this move put him in the position to remain with the organization. Of course, it could also mean that he’s making the opening day roster, too.