The Cincinnati Reds experienced a challenging day in the Cactus League, losing both games in a split-squad doubleheader against the Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago White Sox. Notably, the team announced that starting catcher Tyler Stephenson will begin the season on the injured list due to an oblique strain. Backup catcher Jose Trevino also sustained an injury after taking a foul tip to his throwing hand. The team's pitching staff showed signs of struggle, with both starters displaying control issues and combining for multiple walks in limited innings of play, raising concerns heading into the regular season.
"It felt like I didn't really have my legs under me today. My stuff was just kind of sporadic," Ashcraft said after struggling in his start.
"We're going to have to stay resilient through these early injuries and find a way to compete every game," said a Reds coach.
Catcher Tyler Stephenson's injury is a major concern, particularly with backup Jose Trevino now also sidelined.
The Reds pitchers struggled with control, combining for eight walks in 5 2/3 innings during Friday's games.
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