The Reds had just DFAd Jeimer Candelario, bringing an end to the worst contract that the Reds have signed during Krall’s tenure in charge of the team’s baseball operations. Candelario was just about halfway through a three-year, $45 million deal. The Reds are on the hook for all of it, including over $22 million of dead money.

Cincinnati designated veteran infielder Jeimer Candelario for assignment on Monday, almost halfway through his three-year, $45 million deal inked before last season.

Andrew Abbott retired the final 18 batters he faced in another dominant start Sunday to beat the Cardinals 4-1. He's 7-1 with a 1.79 ERA.

Andrew Abbott retired the final 18 batters he faced in seven commanding innings, and the Cincinnati Reds avoided a three-game sweep with a 4-1 win against the St. Louis Cardinals