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Reds send .331 OPS outfielder and former Mariners top prospect to minors

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Cincinnati is making a change.

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The Cincinnati Reds made a notable roster move on Monday morning. The NL Central club announced that they've sent outfielder and third baseman Noelvi Marte to Triple-A. Charlie Goldsmith of FOX 19 reports that the Reds have recalled outfielder Rece Hinds in a corresponding move.

Marte was acquired by the Reds from the Seattle Mariners in 2022, as part of the deal that sent All-Star right-hander Luis Castillo to Seattle. At the time, he was regarded as one of the top prospects in baseball. In 11 games this season, he's hit just .

138/. 194/. 138 with no extra-base hits in 31 trips to the plate.