Edwin Arroyo Notches First Career RBI in Reds’ Road Trip

Arroyo's first RBI sparks struggling Cincinnati offense.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 91 min read

First MLB RBI for Edwin Arroyo‼️ @ZaedEdwin https://t.co/47O9pp3U24 Via @Reds on X

What happened: Edwin Arroyo recorded his first Major League RBI during the Cincinnati Reds’ series against the San Diego Padres. The 22-year-old infielder, filling in for the injured Elly De La Cruz, drove in a run with a sacrifice fly to left field in the fifth inning of play.

Why it matters: Arroyo’s milestone comes just over a week after his June 1 promotion from Triple-A Louisville, where he slashed .323 with 11 home runs. His presence is vital for a Reds team currently sitting 10.5 games back of the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central and searching for offensive production.

By the numbers: Arroyo slashed .323 with 11 HRs at Triple-A before his call-up. Cincinnati enters play with a 31–34 record and a -51 run differential. The Reds currently sit 10.5 games behind the division lead.

What to watch: The Reds continue their road swing at Petco Park before returning home on Friday. Cincinnati looks to end a four-game skid and gain ground in the National League Wild Card race.

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@Reds 2026-06-09T18:29:10.650173+00:00

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