Reds Outfielder Rece Hinds Aims to Bring Triple-A Hitting Surge to Majors

Hinds was recalled after a strong start with the Louisville Bats

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:15pm

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Reds outfielder Rece Hinds was recalled by the club after he got off to a hot-hitting start with the Triple-A Louisville Bats. Hinds, who narrowly missed making the Reds' roster out of spring training, is eager to translate his recent success at the plate in the minors to the big-league level.

Why it matters

The Reds have struggled offensively at times this season, so Hinds' potential to provide a spark with his bat could be a welcome addition as the team looks to climb back into playoff contention.

The details

Hinds, 24, hit .345 with 5 home runs and 15 RBIs in 18 games with Louisville before earning his call-up to the Reds. The young outfielder was disappointed to start the year in the minors, but remained confident he would get his chance with the big-league club at some point.

  • Hinds was recalled by the Reds on April 14, 2026.
  • Prior to his call-up, Hinds hit .345 with 5 home runs and 15 RBIs in 18 games with Triple-A Louisville.

The players

Rece Hinds

A 24-year-old outfielder in the Reds organization who was recently recalled from Triple-A Louisville after a hot start to the season.

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What they’re saying

“I knew I was gonna get my chance at some point.”

— Rece Hinds, Reds Outfielder

What’s next

Hinds will look to build on his strong start in the minors and cement a regular role in the Reds' outfield as the team aims to climb back into playoff contention.

The takeaway

Hinds' call-up represents an opportunity for the Reds to inject some much-needed offense into their lineup, as the young outfielder has proven he can produce at the Triple-A level and is now eager to translate that success to the major league stage.