GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- One of the main contenders for the rotation's fifth spot -- Sal Romano -- will get the ball first when the Reds open Cactus League play vs. the Indians on Friday (3:05 p.m. ET on MLB.TV).
According to manager Bryan Price, another candidate for the rotation, Tyler Mahle, will see action on Friday. Jackson Stephens, Kevin Shackelford and Keury Mella are on the list to pitch as well.
Romano was 5-8 with a 4.45 ERA in 16 starts in the big leagues as a rookie last season.