Stephenson (wrist) hasn't appeared in a scrimmage yet, but threw live batting practice Sunday at the Reds' secondary training facility at Prasco Park, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson is expected to play a pivotal role in the Reds' bullpen after a breakout season in that capacity last year, though he might not be at full strength right away.

Stephenson returned to Cincinnati's summer camp Thursday after missing time with a sore wrist, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

It doesn't sound like the issue was anything overly serious, as Stephenson missed just a couple of days as a result. The right-hander established himself in Cincinnati's bullpen in 2019, posting a 3.76 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 81:24 K:BB across 64.2 innings of relief.

Stephenson spent a good part of his offseason working on improving against opposing baserunners, who were six of seven in stolen base attempts against him, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

After struggling to gain a foothold in the majors, Stephenson took a major step forward in the bullpen in 2019 and can now afford to refine certain weaknesses, like his ability to hold runners. He'll likely be deployed in a higher-leveraged role than he was last season.

Stephenson was sent home Saturday with flu-like symptoms, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The bug has been making its rounds in the Reds' clubhouse since their series in Seattle. Stephenson was one of five players sent home. It's hard to imagine we see Stephenson again before Tuesday.

Stephenson was fantastic in relief on Sunday against the Rockies, throwing two perfect innings with four strikeouts.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson had been a little shaky since coming off the IL in mid-June, but he's been strong in two outings after the All-Star break. With David Hernandez really struggling, Stephenson's role in the bullpen could be changed to include more critical situations soon.

Stephenson (neck) was activated off the 10-day injured list Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson landed on the IL with the neck strain at the end of May and made two rehab appearances with Triple-A Louisville to clear the way for his activation. The 26-year-old has a 3.96 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 35:10 K:BB through 25 innings this season.

Stephenson (neck) will start a rehab assignment at Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson has been on the shelf since May 31 due to a neck strain, but he's set to take a step forward in his rehab process. He'll likely only need a few minor-league appearances prior to being activated considering he's only been on the injured list for 10 days.

Stephenson was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with a cervical strain.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson apparently sustained the injury Tuesday when he allowed two runs over 1.2 innings versus the Pirates. The move is retroactive to Wednesday so the 26-year-old will be eligible to return June 8, though the severity of the injury remains unclear.

Stephenson gave up two runs in the ninth inning Tuesday night against the Pirates, allowing two hits and a walk over 1.2 innings, striking out two.

EDGE Analysis

With the outing Stephenson's ERA jumped to 3.96, as he's starting to struggle a little bit in the month of May.

Stephenson struck out both batters he faced Tuesday night and got the win when the Reds rallied in the bottom of the sixth inning against the Braves.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson continues to impress. His ERA is down to 1.50 and his WHIP down to 0.67, and he has 18 strikeouts against just two walks in 12 innings so far. His velocity and his command have both improved, and his slider in particular has become a huge plus pitch.