Reds re-signed RHP Justin Freeman. Freeman was designated for assignment by the Reds last month but is now back with the organization. The 26-year-old posted a 1.29 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 8/2 K/BB ratio over seven innings with Triple-A Louisville this season.

Reds designated RHP Justin Freeman for assignment. The Reds needed to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for Zach Duke, and Freeman was the casualty. The 26-year-old posted a 1.29 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 8/2 K/BB ratio over seven innings with Triple-A Louisville this season.

Reds optioned RHP Justin Freeman to Triple-A Louisville. The move clears a spot for Thursday's starter, Tony Cingrani, on the active roster. Freeman was just called up this week and allowed two runs in one inning during his lone appearance with the big club on Wednesday.