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Luis Mey has emerged as a bright spot in the Reds' bullpen after a significant turnaround following his recall from Triple-A Louisville this month. The 25-year-old reliever, who struggled with control issues earlier in the season, has not walked a batter since his return while pitching multiple innings per appearance and striking out 16 batters over 9⅔ innings with no runs allowed. Manager Terry Francona credits Mey's improvement to a Triple-A development program that included multi-inning relief work and a start, which helped him refine his fastball control and in-game pacing. With his elite high-90s sinker and slider now paired with improved strike-zone command, Mey could develop into a future closer for Cincinnati.
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Ranking the Reds' most encouraging up-and-comers heading into a perplexing offseason
The Cincinnati Reds disappointed in 2026 after making the postseason the previous year, failing to win the NL Central or make a deep playoff run. Despite the disappointing season, several young players showed promise for the franchise's future. Carlos Jorge appeared in 18 games as a converted outfielder, batting .217 with two stolen bases and demonstrating speed through bunt hits. Héctor Rodríguez, a 22-year-old called up after the Lowe trade, hit .229 with six homers in 41 games while showing solid defensive ability in right field with above-average speed and arm strength. Luis Mey, a relief pitcher who debuted in 2025, struck out over 30 percent of batters faced in 2026 with a 3.59 FIP despite a 6.23 ERA inflated by one poor outing.
Blog Red MachineReds bullpen blows the lead, loses 6-5 in Toronto
The Cincinnati Reds squandered a 5-2 lead when their bullpen collapsed in the bottom of the seventh inning, allowing the Toronto Blue Jays to score four runs and take a 6-5 victory. Luis Mey and Pierce Johnson combined to give up the decisive runs, with a two-run double off the wall in center field proving particularly costly. Elly De La Cruz reached the 30-30 club with his performance, joining a select group of Reds players to achieve 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases in a single season.
Redleg NationReds bullpen blows the lead, lose 6-5 in Toronto
The Cincinnati Reds squandered a 5-2 lead when their bullpen faltered in the seventh inning, allowing the Toronto Blue Jays to score four runs and secure a 6-5 victory. Luis Mey and Pierce Johnson combined to give up the decisive runs, with a two-run double by a Blue Jays batter and an error by Oswaldo Cabrera contributing to the collapse. Elly De La Cruz reached the 30-30 club with a double and stolen base, joining only three other Reds in franchise history to achieve that milestone in a single season.
Redleg NationREDS POSTCAST: Cincinnati Reds’ Bullpen COLLAPSES After Elly De La Cruz Hits 30-30 Milestone
Elly De La Cruz achieved the historic 30-30 milestone against Toronto, but the Cincinnati Reds' bullpen collapse overshadowed his accomplishment in the loss. The episode examines De La Cruz's impressive season development, Luis Mey's recent struggles, and the team's rotation concerns heading forward, questioning whether the young star's performance can overcome the relief pitching issues threatening the Reds' playoff aspirations.
Locked On RedsReds get embarrassed on national TV, lose 20-0 to Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Brewers routed the Cincinnati Reds 20-0 on Friday night, clinching a playoff spot with a dominant offensive performance. Milwaukee generated 23 hits and scored multiple runs in four separate innings, with the Brewers building an 8-0 lead by the end of the second inning. Cincinnati managed only two hits in the game, both by Sal Stewart, while the rest of the team went hitless in 26 at-bats. Brewers pitcher May earned the win while Reds starter Andrew Abbott took the loss, with both Abbott and reliever Luis Mey combining to allow eight earned runs on just nine outs.
Redleg NationTerry Francona explains why something special is brewing with Reds reliever Luis Mey
Luis Mey, a 25-year-old Reds reliever, has emerged as a bright spot in Cincinnati's bullpen after struggling with control earlier in the season and being demoted to the minors. Since being recalled after the trade deadline, Mey has struck out 16 batters over 9⅔ innings while allowing no runs and issuing just two walks. Manager Terry Francona attributes Mey's turnaround to a Triple-A development program that included multi-inning relief appearances and a start, which helped him improve his fastball control and in-game pacing. Mey's high-90s sinker and slider have always been elite, but his newfound ability to attack the strike zone with purpose and higher first-pitch strike rate suggest he could develop into a future closer for the Reds.
Blog Red MachineTerry Francona’s veteran loyalty could derail the Reds’ young talent
Manager Terry Francona's strength in supporting his players can become a liability when he retains struggling veterans too long, potentially hindering the Reds' development of young talent. With Cincinnati's 2024 season effectively over after beginning with playoff aspirations, the team should use remaining games to give prospects like Hector Rodriguez, Noelvi Marte, and Carlos Jorge playing time instead of keeping veterans like TJ Friedl, who is batting .164, in the lineup. The article suggests the Reds should also prioritize younger pitchers like Luis Mey and Chase Petty over established bullpen arms like Pierce Johnson to evaluate their potential for 2027 and beyond.
Blog Red MachineReds are finally getting the Luis Mey breakout they have been waiting for
Luis Mey, a 25-year-old Reds pitcher, has shown significant improvement since his latest recall to Cincinnati's roster this month. After struggling with control issues during his 2025 season—posting a 21.7% walk rate despite a 30.4% strikeout rate—Mey was sent to Triple-A Louisville in June, where he posted a 3.63 ERA over 22⅓ innings with 32 strikeouts. Since returning to the majors, Mey has not walked a batter while pitching multiple innings per appearance, suggesting he may finally develop into a reliable bullpen weapon for manager Terry Francona.
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