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Reds Add Unlikely Pitchers To Bolster Roster
3 Nov
Summary
- Reds acquired pitchers Duncan Davitt and Paxton Schultz via waivers.
- Davitt debuted in 2026, playing for White Sox and Giants.
- Schultz debuted in 2025 with the Blue Jays, then pitched for the Nationals.
The Cincinnati Reds have initiated their offseason strategy by acquiring two new pitchers, Duncan Davitt and Paxton Schultz, through waiver claims. These additions are seen as potential assets for the MLB roster in the 2027 season and beyond.
Duncan Davitt, a 6-foot-3, 27-year-old right-handed pitcher, was originally drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays in 2022. He made his major league debut in the 2026 season, appearing for both the Chicago White Sox and later the San Francisco Giants, having been traded multiple times previously.
Paxton Schultz, also a 6-foot-3 right-handed pitcher, was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in 2019. He debuted in 2025 with the Toronto Blue Jays and subsequently pitched for the Washington Nationals in 2026. Schultz's acquisition adds another arm to the Reds' organization.
These moves reflect the Reds' proactive approach to the offseason, utilizing the waiver process to strengthen their pitching depth. The team entered Monday with five open spots on its 40-man roster, indicating potential for further acquisitions.
