Reds' Tyler Naquin: Drills another home run

Naquin went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk, a stolen base and two runs scored in Friday's win over Arizona.Naquin blasted a massive 454-foot homer to right field in the fourth inning, marking his fourth long ball in his past three games and league-leading fifth overall this season. He also walked, stole second and scored a run in the sixth frame. Naquin's home-run total through seven games this season has already surpassed the four homers he hit across 40 contests in 2020. He should continue to see frequent playing time as long as he keeps swinging a hot stick.

Reds' Tyler Naquin: Back in leadoff role Monday

Naquin will start in left field and bat leadoff Monday against the Pirates.With Jesse Winker (illness) still in recovery mode, Naquin will pick up a third straight start and a second straight turn as the Reds' leadoff man. He provided an impact atop the order in the Reds' 12-1 win over St. Louis on Sunday, slugging a three-run blast off reliever Tyler Webb to break the game open in the sixth inning.