Reds Place Eugenio Suárez and TJ Friedl on Waivers

The Cincinnati Reds have placed designated hitter Eugenio Suárez and outfielder TJ Friedl on waivers, as reported by Ken Rosenthal. Both players remain eligible to play for the team while the 48-hour waiver period is in effect.

Suárez recently contributed to a comeback win against the Giants, hitting a grand slam. The waiver placements occurred on Tuesday, with resolutions expected by Thursday afternoon. The Reds are hoping a contending team will claim one or both players, which would relieve them of their remaining salaries.

Suárez, who has a $15 million salary, has hit 19 home runs this season but has struggled with a .208 batting average. Friedl, on a $3.8 million arbitration salary, has had a disappointing season, batting .158. The waiver process reflects the Reds' strategy, as they may non-tender Friedl if he remains on the roster through the season.