The Cincinnati Reds have a mediocre farm system right now and they didn't do much to add to it at the trade deadline.

The Cincinnati Reds' pitching staff is in rough shape as the team heads to Washington to take on the Nationals in a three-game series starting Friday.

The Cincinnati Reds claimed right-handed pitchers Ron Marinaccio and Chase Selesky off waivers on Thursday. Solesky, a rookie recently designated for assignment by the Tampa Bay Rays, was optioned to Triple-A Louisville.

The Cincinnati right-hander experienced soreness in his elbow following a side session, prompting the decision to have an MRI.

Reds left-hander Brandon Williamson made a Minor League rehab start with Triple-A Louisville on Thursday, as he nears his return to the big leagues after being sidelined with left shoulder fatigue since late April.

The Reds claimed a pair of right-handed pitchers off waivers Thursday, Aug. 6. Here's what we know.

CINCINNATI -- — Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart drew walks leading off the eighth inning against Hogan Harris and both scored on wild pitches to help the Cincinnati Reds hand the Athletics a sixth straight loss, 5-4 on Tuesday night.

Here's how to watch Thursday's Cincinnati Reds vs Athletics game, including start times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.