Reds Outfielder Rece Hinds Recalled, Looks to Build on Strong Spring

Hinds expected to platoon in right field after impressive start at Triple-A Louisville

Apr. 18, 2026 at 1:51am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the geometric shapes and angles of a baseball player's batting stance and swing, rendered in a palette of navy, green, and orange.Rece Hinds' refined plate discipline could be a key asset for the Reds as the young outfielder looks to earn more playing time.Louisville Today

The Cincinnati Reds have recalled outfielder Rece Hinds from their Triple-A affiliate in Louisville. Hinds, who had a superb spring training, is expected to platoon in right field with the left-handed hitting Will Benson after posting a 1.246 OPS with 5 home runs in 13 games at Louisville to start the season.

Why it matters

Hinds is considered one of the Reds' top prospects, and his ability to make adjustments at the plate and cut down on strikeouts could earn him more playing time in the majors this season. The Reds are hoping Hinds can provide a boost to their offense as they look to compete in the NL Central.

The details

Hinds made his season debut for the Reds on Tuesday, starting in right field and going 0-for-3 in a 2-1 win over the Giants. The 23-year-old outfielder was recalled earlier in the day to replace Noelvi Marte, who was optioned to Triple-A Louisville. According to reports, the biggest adjustment Hinds made was laying off breaking balls lower in the zone, which has led to a drop in his strikeout rate from 31.8% the last two seasons to 24.6% this year, while also increasing his walk rate from 8.2% to 19.7%.

  • Hinds made his season debut for the Reds on Tuesday, April 18, 2026.
  • Hinds was recalled from Triple-A Louisville earlier on April 18, 2026.

The players

Rece Hinds

A 23-year-old outfielder in the Cincinnati Reds organization, considered one of the team's top prospects.

Will Benson

A left-handed hitting outfielder for the Cincinnati Reds, expected to platoon with Rece Hinds in right field.

Noelvi Marte

A Reds prospect who was optioned to Triple-A Louisville to make room for Rece Hinds on the major league roster.

Robbie Ray

The San Francisco Giants left-handed pitcher that Hinds faced in his season debut.

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What they’re saying

“The biggest adjustment Hinds made is laying off breaking balls lower in the zone.”

— C. Trent Rosecrans, Reporter, The Athletic

What’s next

Hinds will look to build on his strong start at Triple-A and earn more playing time with the Reds as the season progresses.

The takeaway

Rece Hinds' ability to make adjustments at the plate and cut down on strikeouts could pay dividends for the Reds, who are hoping the young outfielder can provide a boost to their offense as they compete in the NL Central.