Reds' Spencer Steer Leaves Game Due To Wrist Injury - MLB Trade Rumors

What the report says

MLB Trade Rumors reported that Cincinnati Reds infielder/outfielder Spencer Steer has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist sprain after leaving Sunday’s 5-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. The site, citing Charlie Goldsmith of Charlie’s Chalkboard, said Steer has a partial tear involving a wrist sheath and will wear a splint for two weeks, with the hope that rest will allow him to avoid surgery. Ivan Johnson was recalled in the corresponding roster move.

The injury occurred during a fifth-inning plate appearance, when Steer appeared to hurt himself on an awkward foul-ball swing. He was removed after a trainer checked on him, with Edwin Arroyo taking over the at-bat. Manager Terry Francona told reporters that Steer’s willingness to leave the game concerned him, and the club planned imaging and a hand specialist evaluation.

The timing is significant for Cincinnati’s roster planning. MLB Trade Rumors noted that the Reds were 49-55, last in the NL Central and five games out of a National League wild-card spot, despite a recent stretch of four wins in five games. The injury could weaken any late push and may also affect Steer’s trade value ahead of the deadline. The article said teams including the Mariners had shown interest, while Cincinnati was widely expected to consider selling.

Steer entered the game batting .240/.320/.423 with 16 home runs, and MLB Trade Rumors highlighted his stronger production against left-handed pitching, defensive flexibility and arbitration control through 2028. The report also noted another Reds injury concern: outfielder Blake Dunn is seeking a second opinion on an elbow issue that could require surgery.