Blake Dunn to Undergo Season-Ending Elbow Surgery

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Blake Dunn will have elbow surgery, ending his season. He has been on the injured list and will not return this year.

<p>Cincinnati Reds outfielder Blake Dunn will not return for the remainder of the season due to an upcoming elbow surgery scheduled for Monday. Manager Terry Francona confirmed the news, indicating that the specifics of the procedure will be revealed after it takes place.</p><p>Dunn, who is 27 years old, joined the Reds in June 2024 and has played in 87 games, recording a batting average of .232 with nine stolen bases. He has also shown strong defensive skills, contributing to seven Defensive Runs Saved and four Outs Above Average over 546 1/3 innings in the outfield.</p><p>Currently on the 15-day injured list, Dunn can be moved to the 60-day IL if necessary to create space on the 40-man roster. With Dunn's absence, the Reds will rely on outfielders JJ Bleday, Dane Myers, TJ Friedl, Noelvi Marté, and Ivan Johnson. The team's roster may see changes ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.</p>