Reds’ Jake Fraley has partially torn labrum but will attempt to play through season

Cincinnati Reds' Jake Fraley runs the bases after hitting a two-run home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Cincinnati, Wednesday, June 21, 2023. (Aaron Doster/AP Photo)

CINCINNATI — Cincinnati Reds right fielder Jake Fraley was activated from the 10-day injured list on Saturday.

He had injured his right shoulder while trying to make a diving catch June 23 against the New York Yankees.

An MRI revealed a partially torn labrum that will eventually require surgery. Fraley received a cortisone shot and will try to play through it for the rest of the season.

The Reds were 7-4 in his absence.

Christian Encarnacion-Strand, who hasn’t played since Noelvi Marte returned from the IL on July 4, was optioned to Triple-A Louisville.

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