Moustakas was placed on the COVID-19 injured list for an unspecified reason Monday.

EDGE Analysis

The Reds didn't provide an injury designation for the 33-year-old's placement on the IL and designated their subsequent call-up as a replacement player, so it's likely that Moustakas is on the COVID-19 IL. A timetable for his return depends on whether he's tested positive for the virus, but he'll be eligible to rejoin the Reds as soon as he clears the league's health and safety protocols. The Reds have several players on the injured list, so Matt Reynolds and Alejo Lopez will likely see an uptick in playing time while Moustakas is sidelined.

Moustakas isn't starting Monday against the Brewers.

EDGE Analysis

Moustakas started in the last 10 games and hit .344 with a homer, three doubles, five runs and five RBI. Tyler Naquin will serve as the designated hitter while TJ Friedl starts in right field.

Moustakas went 2-for-4 with a double, a home run and two RBI in Tuesday's loss to the Brewers.

EDGE Analysis

Facing one of his former clubs, Moustakas showed a little life at the plate. His two extra-base hits Tuesday were his first two extra-base hits of the season. His plate skills and hand speed seem to be declining rapidly, but at least while he's on this Reds squad, his playing time should be secure.

Moustakas went 2-for-3 with a walk, two runs scored and an RBI in Thursday's loss to the Padres.

EDGE Analysis

Moustakas' return comes at a good time, with the Reds about to embark on a road trip to Coors Field this weekend. The addition of the universal DH is especially helpful for him as he works his way back from his biceps injury.

The Reds activated Moustakas (biceps) from the 10-day injured list Thursday. He'll serve as the Reds' designated hitter and will bat seventh in the team's series finale with the Padres, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manager David Bell said Wednesday that Moustakas was likely 3-to-4 days away from a return, but the Reds will end up bringing the 33-year-old back sooner than expected after he presumably looked better than expected in his workouts. Bell noted that Moustakas' biceps injury was still affecting his throwing, so he's expected to be limited to a DH or pinch-hitting role for the next several games before reclaiming his usual duties at third base. The lefty-hitting Moustakas should make regular starts against right-handed pitching, but he could frequently sit against southpaws.

Manager David Bell said Wednesday that Moustakas (biceps) will likely return in the next 3-to-4 days, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer

EDGE Analysis

Although Bell indicated a weekend return is most likely for Moustakas, the 33-year-old could return as early as Thursday against the Padres as a DH-only option since his injury is only impacting his throwing, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Colin Moran and Matt Reynolds should continue to see most of the playing time at third base until Moustakas is cleared to play the field.

Moustakas was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a right biceps strain. The transaction is retroactive to Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Manager David Bell said Moustakas was expected to start Tuesday after missing Monday's game with the injury, but the third baseman will instead make his way to the injured list. It's unclear exactly how long the 33-year-old is expected to be sidelined, though he'll be eligible to be reinstated April 28. Colin Moran should see more time at third base during his absence.

Manager David Bell said after Monday's 4-1 loss to the Padres that Moustakas was scratched from the lineup ahead of the game due to a right arm injury, but the third baseman is expected to start Tuesday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Colin Moran picked up the start at the hot corner in the series opener in San Diego, but Moustakas looks as though he was only removed from the lineup for precautionary reasons. Assuming his arm doesn't present any issues during batting practice or defensive drills when he works out early Tuesday, he looks like he'll be ready to take back his normal role in the Cincinnati infield.

Moustakas isn't starting Monday's game against San Diego, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Moustakas was initially listed in the starting lineup, but after the Reds moved Tyler Naquin (undisclosed) to the injured list, the new lineup did not include the veteran third baseman. It's unclear at this time why Moustakas was scratched from the starting nine, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com.

Moustakas is not in Sunday's lineup against Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Moustakas started each of the team's first three games of the campaign, and he collected one hit in 10 plate appearances. Colin Moran will draw his first start of the season in Moustakas' absence, playing third base while hitting seventh.