Cincinnati Reds News Roundup — September 3, 2026

The Cincinnati Reds' September roster expansion has introduced two prospects who could shape the team's immediate and long-term future. Infielder Juan Brito, acquired off waivers from Cleveland in August, has made an immediate impact with a home run, stolen base, and a sacrifice fly that won a game against San Diego. Left-handed pitcher Brandon Williamson returned from Tommy John surgery to pitch 5⅓ innings in his first start since April, allowing three runs while striking out seven. Both players' pre-arbitration status and remaining minor-league options position them as potential roster fixtures beyond this season.

Rookie sensation Sal Stewart has won the National League Rookie of the Month award for the second time this season, following his .304 average with eight home runs and 21 RBIs in August. Stewart's 31 home runs and 105 RBIs make him just the 14th rookie ever to reach both milestones in a single year, and he leads all National League rookies in both categories by significant margins. Multiple outlets project him as the favorite for NL Rookie of the Year, a distinction that would net Cincinnati over $3.5 million in draft pool bonus value.

The Reds are expected to call up center field prospect Carlos Jorge before this weekend's series against Milwaukee, according to reports from multiple sources. The 23-year-old has stolen 33 bases this season and recently hit .360 over his last 13 games at Triple-A Louisville. To add Jorge to the 40-man roster, Cincinnati will likely move injured players to the 60-day injured list and option utility infielder Ivan Johnson back to the minors.

Beyond the field, Eugenio Suárez recently completed his United States citizenship test, marking a personal milestone for the 35-year-old third baseman. Suárez has compiled 345 home runs and 1,008 RBIs since being signed by Detroit as a teenager for $10,000, overcoming obstacles including training during a period of political instability in his native Venezuela.