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Reds Recall Antone After Third Tommy John

The Cincinnati Reds are recalling right-hander Tejay Antone, 759 days after his third Tommy John surgery, to bolster their bullpen following closer Emilio Pagan's hamstring injury.

Antone, 32, has been effective at the AAA level this season with a 2.25 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and 15/6 K/BB ratio in 12 appearances. He has revamped his pitching arsenal since his last MLB stint. betsport.cv

The Reds have not yet revealed how they created a 40-man roster spot for Antone, who was not on the roster. Options include placing Pagan on the 60-day IL or designating another player, such as catcher PJ Higgins, for assignment. The team hopes Antone can help end their current 5-game skid as they face the Cubs at Wrigley Field tonight.