Reds looking at potential replacements in CF after starter Friedl breaks wrist

After starting center fielder TJ Friedl broke his right wrist on a diving play during spring training last Saturday, the Cincinnati Reds are considering their options.

The Reds, who already anticipate starting the season without left-handed starter Nick Lodolo (leg), relievers Ian Gibaut (forearm), and Alex Young (back), are hurt by the loss of one of their greatest players.

Furthermore, because he tested positive for a prohibited substance, promising rookie infielder Noelvi Marte was suspended for the first 80 games of the season.

Friedl will miss an unknown amount of the early season due to a non-displaced fracture in his distal radius.Will Benson and Stuart Fairchild are possible center field replacements.

The Washington Nationals are the Reds’ first opponent on March 28.

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