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Luis Mey

P · Age 25 · Bats Right · Throws Right

Where things stand

Luis Mey has emerged as a bright spot in the Reds' bullpen since being recalled after the trade deadline, striking out 16 batters over 9⅔ innings while allowing no runs and issuing just two walks. The 25-year-old reliever struggled with control earlier in the season before a stint at Triple-A Louisville, where a development program featuring multi-inning relief appearances helped him improve his fastball control and in-game pacing. Manager Terry Francona attributes Mey's turnaround to these adjustments, and the pitcher's elite high-90s sinker and slider combined with his newfound strike-zone command suggest he could develop into a future closer for Cincinnati.

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2026 season

G
17
W
0
L
0
ERA
3.91
IP
23.0
SO
33
WHIP
1.43
SV
0

Stats from the MLB Stats API.

Contract

2026 salary
$780K
Status
pre-arbitration

See the full Reds payroll.

Luis Mey coverage

  • Terry 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 Machine

  • Terry 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.

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  • Reds 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.

    Blog Red Machine