Dowdy was recalled from Triple-A Louisville to serve as the 29th man during Saturday's doubleheader against the Cardinals.

EDGE Analysis

Dowdy also served as the 29th man during Tuesday's twin bill against the Pirates and tossed 2.1 scoreless innings during his first major-league appearance of the season. The right-hander should be a multi-inning option out of the Reds' bullpen Saturday.