The fire alarms went off at 4:30 about the time that flame throwing lefthander, Aroldis Chapman entered Great American Ball Park.
The problem was in the Pilot House in centerfield, just enough smoke to set off the alarm but the speculation was that Chapman, known to bring the heat at 105mph, had started to throw.
Chapman strolled slowly to the bullpen with Francisco Cordero, as if he was a pupil following his teacher.
The Reds also activated tonight's starter, Aaron Harang, who missed a start on the 5th of July and hasn't pitched for the big club since.
To clear roster spots, Edinson Volquez was optioned to Single A Dayton and will work on his mechanics in a start on Thursday. Laynce Nix with a sprained ankle was placed on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to Thursday.
The Reds plan to call up some minor league players in two waves. The players have not been told yet so they weren't named but Yonder Alonso's jersey was spotted in the clubhouse. A couple players will be recalled on Wednesday and a couple more on Friday in time for the St. Louis series.
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About Me
- Gary Schatz
- I am a freelance writer. I've covered the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals and others since 1992. I have a background in sales as well. I've sold consumer electronics, advertising and consumer package goods for companies ranging from the now defunct Circuit City to Procter&Gamble. I have worked as a stats operator for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, the College of Mount St. Joe and Colerain High School.
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