Stuart Fairchild
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Jun 16 2025Atlanta activated Fairchild (finger) from the 10-day injured list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild had been shelved since late May with a dislocated pinky finger but is ready to roll after going 5-for-12 in three rehab contests. He will see occasional playing time in the outfield against left-handed pitching.
Jun 12 2025Fairchild (finger) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild went on the 10-day injured list two weeks ago with a dislocated pinky finger but has been cleared to play in rehab games. Since his absence has been brief, the outfielder shouldn't require too many rehab at-bats before being activated.
May 30 2025Atlanta placed Fairchild (finger) on the 10-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild suffered a dislocated pinky finger during Thursday's doubleheader, so this move to the injured list is hardly a surprise. Jose Azocar was added to the big-league roster to bolster Atlanta's outfield depth.
May 29 2025Fairchild (finger) is likely to be placed on the injured list Friday, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild dislocated his finger on a stolen base attempt in the first game of Atlanta's doubleheader Thursday. No official roster move has been made, but Fairchild will likely be out for at least the early portion of June.
May 14 2025Fairchild went 2-for-3 with an RBI double and two runs scored during Wednesday's 5-4 loss to Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild reached safely in three of his four plate appearances and accounted for three of Atlanta's four runs scored. He plated Michael Harris in the third inning with a double before coming around to score on a throwing error. Wednesday's game snapped Fairchild's lengthy hitting slump, as he came into the contest just 1-for-20 on the year.
Apr 11 2025Fairchild went 0-for-2 with a stolen base in Thursday's extra-innings win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getting the start in right field and batting seventh, Fairchild reached on a fielder's choice in the second inning and promptly got himself into scoring position with his first steal of the season. Jarred Kelenic pinch hit for him in the seventh inning once southpaw Jesus Luzardo was out of the game for the Phillies. The 29-year-old Fairchild has gone 1-for-7 with a triple and a run scored in four appearances since being picked up to bolster Atlanta's depleted outfield at the end of March.
Apr 2 2025Fairchild is starting in right field and batting seventh against the Dodgers on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will make his 2025 debut with Atlanta on Wednesday after being acquired from the Reds on Monday. With Ronald Acuna (knee) on the IL and Jurickson Profar suspended 80 games for violating MLB's policy on performance-enhancing substances, Fairchild could see semi-regular starts in the outfield corners. The 29-year-old appeared in 94 games for Cincinnati in 2024 and slashed .215/.286/.368 with 13 stolen bases, eight home runs and 30 RBI across 233 plate appearances.
Mar 31 2025Atlanta acquired Fairchild from the Reds on Monday in exchange for cash considerations, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild had been designated for assignment and will now join a new 40-man roster. The 29-year-old is a career .224/.308/.389 hitter over parts of four big-league seasos. He is out of minor-league options, so Fairchild will report to the major-league club.
Mar 27 2025The Reds designated Fairchild for assignment Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction was fully expected, as the Reds informed Jacob Hurtubise and Blake Dunn on Wednesday that they had won out over Fairchild in the competition for the two available reserve outfield spots on the Opening Day roster. Fairchild didn't have any minor-league options remaining, so the Reds will have to move him off the 40-man roster and risk losing him to waivers.
Mar 26 2025The Reds are expected to designate Fairchild for assignment Thursday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Even though Austin Hays (calf) is set to open the season on the injured list, the Reds won't keep Fairchild on hand as outfield depth. Instead, Cincinnati will keep Jacob Hurtubise and Blake Dunn on the Opening Day roster as reserve options in the outfield behind projected starters TJ Friedl and Jake Fraley, while utility players Gavin Lux and Santiago Espinal could also see time in left field during Hays' upcoming absence. Fairchild struggled to a .215/.286/.368 slash line in 233 plate appearances with Cincinnati in 2024 and didn't fare any better this spring with a .417 OPS and 28.9 percent strikeout rate over 45 plate appearances in the Cactus League.
Feb 26 2025Fairchild (thumb) has gone 0-for-5 with a strikeout through his first two Cactus League games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll be in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Angels, with all three of his starts having come in center field. Though he missed the final month of the 2024 season while recovering from a right thumb sprain that required surgery, Fairchild appears to have had a normal offseason and will be looking to compete for a short-side platoon role in the Cincinnati outfield throughout the spring. He has no minor-league options remaining, which may work in his favor in his bid for a spot on the Opening Day roster.
Aug 28 2024The Reds transferred Fairchild (thumb) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild just landed on the 10-day IL on Tuesday with a sprained left thumb, an injury which had been bothering him for a while, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com. He is expected to undergo surgery and will miss the remainder of the season. Fairchild finished with a .215/.286/.368 batting line, eight home runs and 13 stolen bases over 94 contests for the Reds.
Aug 27 2024The Reds placed Fairchild on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, retroactive to Aug. 26, with a left thumb sprain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's unclear when Fairchild sustained the injury, but the sprained thumb will force him to the injured list. Rece Hinds was recalled from Triple-A Louisville to provide some depth in the outfield while TJ Friedl continues to start most games in center field.
Aug 10 2024Fairchild entered Friday's game after Jake Fraley (ankle) was removed and went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in an 8-3 loss to Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild swatted his eighth homer of the season as part of the Reds' three-run seventh inning. It came off a right-hander; Fairchild is batting .152 with a .522 OPS against righties this season. It's unclear why Cincinnati manager David Bell went with Fairchild instead of the lefty-hitting Will Benson, who has slightly better results against right-handers. Bell told MLB.com following the game that Fraley is "fine" and could return to action Saturday.
Aug 4 2024Fairchild started in right field and went 1-for-2 with a walk and a solo home run in Saturday's 6-4 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild's fourth-inning homer finished off the Reds' scoring for the day. It was his seventh home run and second in the last seven games. Fairchild, who typically starts against left-handers, is batting .222/.293/.360 over 209 plate appearances (79 games).
Jul 27 2024Fairchild entered Friday's game as a pinch hitter and went 1-for-2 with a double and an RBI in a 3-2 extra-inning win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild entered as a pinch hitter in the seventh inning and was still in the game to deliver the game-winning run on a double in the top of the 10th. The winning knock came off a right-hander, against whom Fairchild is batting just .151 this season. His opportunities will take a hit with the return of TJ Friedl from the injured list, but Fairchild should be in the lineup anytime the Reds face a left-handed starter.
Jul 24 2024Fairchild is out of the lineup for the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader with Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild had started in center field in both of Cincinnati's last two games, but he'll give way to Will Benson for the first game of the twin bill. Atlanta is bringing southpaw Chris Sale to the hill for the nightcap, so expect the right-handed-hitting Stuart Fairchild to pick up a start in the outfield while either or both of Benson and Jake Fraley -- both left-handed hitters -- head to the bench.
Jul 23 2024Fairchild started in center field and went 1-for-3 with a double, a hit-by-pitch, a run scored and a stolen base in Monday's 4-1 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild, who normally is in the lineup against lefties, made a second consecutive start against a right-hander. The steal was his 13th on the season, and his sixth in the last 14 contests. The Reds' outfield has changed over recent days, as Fairchild, Rece Hinds and Austin Slater vie for playing time. That uncertainty is expected to change soon, as TJ Friedl (hamstring) is currently on a rehab assignment and could return for this weekend's series against the Rays.
Jul 21 2024Fairchild went 1-for-3 with a solo home run during Sunday's 5-2 loss to Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since being activated from the injured list July 19, Fairchild has started in two of the Reds' three games and has logged a pair of hits with a homer and a stolen base. The long ball came Sunday in the fifth inning off Jake Irvin and tied the game up at 2-2. On the year, Fairchild has a .227/.299/.364 slash line across 195 plate appearances.
Jul 20 2024Fairchild started in center field and went 1-for-3 with a stolen base and a run scored in Friday's 8-5 loss to the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild, who put himself in scoring position with a single and a steal, scored the Reds' first run. The theft was his career-high 12th stolen base. Fairchild was activated off the 10-day injured list earlier in the day and was available against Washington left-hander Patrick Corbin. He was an automatic starter against left-handers prior to his injury, but Cincinnati has since added Austin Slater and promoted Rece Hinds, which crowds the outfield's right-handed-hitting options against southpaws. Eventually, TJ Friedl (hamstring) will rejoin the team, perhaps next week, and Fairchild could get further squeezed for at-bats.
Jul 19 2024The Reds reinstated Fairchild (back) from the 10-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild had been eyeing a return after the All-Star break, and he'll hit that goal by being available for Cincinnati's series opener against the Nationals on Friday. The outfielder has been shelved since July 7 with a disc injury. Before the injury, the 28-year-old had been seeing regular work in center field in place of TJ Friedl (hamstring), but with Friedl likely back next week and both Rece Hinds and Austin Slater added to the mix since Fairchild landed on the IL, he may be limited to a short-side platoon role. Edwin Rios was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
Jul 14 2024Reds manager David Bell said Sunday that Fairchild (spine) is expected to return from the 10-day injured list following the All-Star break, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was placed on the IL on Monday with a spinal disc injury, but he seems to be progressing well and tracking toward an abbreviated absence. He'll head to the Reds' complex in Arizona during the break to increase his baseball activities, and barring a setback, he should be ready to go when Cincinnati opens its second-half schedule Friday in Washington. Fairchild had been serving as the Reds' everyday center fielder in the absence of TJ Friedl (hamstring) prior to getting hurt, but he may be limited to a short-side platoon role upon his activation now that Cincinnati has added Rece Hinds and Austin Slater to its outfield mix in addition to getting Jake Fraley back from the family medical emergency list.
Jul 8 2024The Reds placed Fairchild on the 10-day injured list Monday with a spine disc injury. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild suffered the injury in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Tigers before sitting out the series finale Sunday. He will be eligible to return from the IL at any point after the All-Star break, but it's unclear whether he'll be ready to join the Reds by that time. Fairchild had been seeing regular reps in center field with TJ Friedl (hamstring) out, but Will Benson, Blake Dunn or the newly acquired Austin Slater could be in store for added playing time in center.
Jul 7 2024Fairchild sat out Sunday's loss to the Tigers, and afterward Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reported that a back issue cropped up late on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Perhaps this explains the urgency for the Reds in trading for Austin Slater on Sunday night. TJ Friedl and Nick Martini are also out, plus Jake Fraley is on bereavement leave.
Jul 6 2024Fairchild went 0-for-3 in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild, who has a .401 OPS against right-handers this season, got the start against a righty Friday, after the Reds placed Jake Fraley on the family medical emergency list. With two lefty batters unavailable -- TJ Friedl (hamstring) and Fraley -- there have been more opportunities for Fairchild lately. For the season, he has a line of .226/.297/.351 with five home runs, 23 RBI and 11 stolen bases over 186 plate appearances.
Jul 4 2024Fairchild went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild's fifth-inning home run turned out to be the game-winning knock. It was the fifth homer of the season and first in 30 games for Fairchild, who normally only plays against left-handed pitchers.
Jun 29 2024Fairchild went 2-for-5 with two RBI, a run scored and a stolen base in Saturday's 9-4 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild hit a two-run single, stole second and scored in a six-run fifth inning for the Reds. He later added a double in the ninth frame. Fairchild has registered at least one hit in six of his last seven contests and swiped three bases since June 25. On the season, the outfielder is hitting .232 with four home runs, 22 RBI, 21 runs scored and 10 steals over 172 plate appearances.
Jun 26 2024Fairchild will start in center field and bat seventh in Wednesday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has largely served as a short-side platoon outfielder this season, but he'll pick up his fourth consecutive start -- with three coming against right-handers -- as a replacement in center field for the injured TJ Friedl (hamstring). The 28-year-old went 3-for-12 with a double, a stolen base, three RBI and a run across his previous three starts and is slashing .216/.297/.331 overall on the season.
Jun 20 2024Fairchild started in center field and went 0-for-2 with a walk in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild filled in for the injured TJ Friedl (hamstring), getting a rare start against a right-hander. Fairchild is 4-for-44 against righties this season and owns a career .205 mark against them. The Reds are off Thursday, giving Friedl one more recovery day before kicking off a home series against Boston on Friday.
Jun 19 2024Fairchild started in center field and went 0-for-4 in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild got the start in center field, as TJ Friedl (hamstring) was held out. With a left-hander on the mound for Pittsburgh, there's a chance Fairchild could have started as the DH. Friedl hurt himself during Monday's game when he made a diving catch and was removed from the contest. Reds manager David Bell told Mark Sheldon of MLB.com that Friedl could get back in the lineup this weekend. As such, Fairchild could get another start Wednesday before the Reds return home for a weekend series against Boston beginning Friday.
Jun 2 2024Fairchild batted leadoff and went 1-for-2 with a walk, a stolen base, an RBI and a run scored in Saturday's 7-5 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds hadn't faced a left-handed starter the previous six games, which meant Fairchild was limited to a pinch-hit role over the last week. He singled in a run in the second inning and later stole his sixth base. Fairchild was eventually pinch hit for by Will Benson in the sixth inning when the Cubs brought a right-hander into the game. Fairchild is limited mostly to work against left-handers and is slashing .317/.411/.492 off them.
May 25 2024Fairchild went 1-for-3 with two walks, a solo home run and an additional run scored in Friday's 9-6 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild, who bopped one of three Cincinnati home runs, led off the fifth inning with his fourth long ball of the season. The outfielder is usually in the lineup against lefties, against whom he has a .949 OPS. Overall, he has an unappealing line of .226/.308/.387.
May 17 2024Fairchild went 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Friday's 7-3 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has driven in a run in each of his last three games. All three of his homers this season have come since April 30, though his playing time remains sporadic as a short-side platoon option all around the outfield. He's slashing a mediocre .213/.292/.350 with 11 RBI, 11 runs scored, five stolen bases and two doubles over 90 plate appearances in 2024.
May 16 2024Fairchild isn't in the Reds' lineup Thursday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has gone 3-for-16 with a home run, three RBI and three runs scored since the beginning of May. He will sit on the bench for the third game in a row Thursday while Conner Capel, Will Benson and Jake Fraley man the outfield.
May 14 2024Fairchild isn't in the Reds' lineup for Tuesday's game versus Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has turned in one hit -- a solo home run -- and walked three times across his last five games, and he'll now take a seat against Slade Cecconi and the D-backs. Jacob Hurtubise, Will Benson and Jake Fraley will start across the Reds' outfield Tuesday while Conner Capel serves as the DH.
May 10 2024Fairchild hit an inside-the-park home run in his lone at-bat in Friday's 4-2 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild pinch hit for Jake Fraley in the eighth inning and delivered an insurance run. It was just Fairchild's second homer of the campaign, both of which have come in May. The outfielder is slashing .197/.260/.296 with eight RBI, eight runs scored, five stolen bases and a double through 78 plate appearances this season. Fairchild remains the Reds' fourth outfielder, primarily drawing into the lineup versus southpaws.
May 5 2024Fairchild is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild started the past four games but will take a seat Sunday after going 1-for-10 with a solo homer and five strikeouts. Will Benson will shift to center field while Jake Fraley starts in right.
May 1 2024Fairchild went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 6-4 loss to the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild took Enyel De Los Santos deep to center in the seventh to bring the Reds within two runs. It was his first home run of the year, first hit since April 22, and first RBI since he had two on April 20. The 28-year-old has not been overly productive when given the chance to be in the lineup, as he's slashing .200/.273/.267 with six RBI, seven runs, five steals and a 5:12 BB:K in 67 plate appearances.
Apr 25 2024Fairchild is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will retreat to the bench for the series finale with the Phillies after he had started in each of the Reds' past three games while going 1-for-11 with a walk and a run scored. Though Jake Fraley (illness) remains out of the lineup Thursday, the Reds are seemingly optimistic that he'll be back in action at some point during the weekend series versus the Rangers. Once Fraley returns, Fairchild's opportunities will likely be limited mostly to playing against left-handed starting pitchers.
Apr 22 2024Fairchild batted leadoff and went 1-for-4 in Monday's 7-0 loss to Philadelphia. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild hit atop the order for the second time this season. That job normally belongs to Jonathan India, but he's missed the last two games due to an illness. Fairchild is typically in the lineup against left-handers, against whom he has an .890 OPS. Against righties, he's 1-for-18 (.056).
Apr 13 2024Fairchild went 1-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base in Saturday's 5-0 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild stole his fifth base in five attempts in what has been a part-time role to start the season. He should continue to be a lineup regular against left-handers until TJ Friedl (wrist) is ready to play. Friedl recently had a checkup and needs another week to 10 days, pushing his return into the first half of May.
Apr 9 2024Fairchild started in right field and went 0-for-3 with two walks, a stolen base and a run scored in Monday's 10-8 win over Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was originally scheduled to start in center field and bat fifth, but he was moved to right field and leadoff following a pregame injury to Jonathan India (leg), the Reds' normal leadoff hitter. The injury to India is not believed to be significant, so the leadoff role may be short-lived. Fairchild is 6-for-19 with three walks and four steals over seven games. He'll continue to see enhanced opportunities while TJ Friedl (wrist) remains idle.
Apr 7 2024Fairchild went 2-for-2 with an RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Saturday's 9-6 win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pinch hitting for designated hitter Nick Martini, Fairchild singled in a run, then stole second base as part of a double steal. He remained in the game at DH and later had a bunt single and scored on a sacrifice fly as part of the Reds' five-run eighth inning that erased New York's lead. The righty-swinging Fairchild, who is 5-for-13 with three steals through five games, will likely be part of Sunday's starting lineup against southpaw Sean Manaea.
Apr 1 2024Fairchild went 1-for-3 with a run and two stolen bases in Monday's victory over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild drew the start Monday against the left-handed Cristopher Sanchez as he's the weak side of a platoon with Jake Fraley currently. The 28-year-old managed to steal 10 bases over 244 plate appearances in 2023, so he is a speed threat whenever he plays. However, playing time could be difficult to come by in the Reds lineup due to the emergence of Will Benson and Nick Martini in the early going.
Mar 31 2024Fairchild started in center field and went 2-for-4 with a run scored in Saturday's 7-6 loss to Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild got his first start of the season with a left-hander throwing for the Nationals. With TJ Friedl (wrist) opening the season on the injured list, center field becomes a rotation of Fairchild and Will Benson, who started in center for Thursday's opener against a right-hander.
Mar 19 2024Fairchild started in center field and went 0-for-3 in Monday's spring game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will help fill the void in center field created Saturday when TJ Friedl sustained a fractured wrist. The injury is expected keep him sidelined through the end of April. The right-handed hitting Fairchild and lefty Will Benson will be the primary fill-ins at the position, although it's not yet known if there will be a strict platoon. Benson started in center field Sunday against righty Shane Bieber, while Fairchild got his start against lefty Kyle Harrison. Fairchild has impressed thus far in spring training, batting .360 (9-for-25) with five extra-base hits and six RBI.
Mar 17 2024Fairchild will share the center field duties with Will Benson while TJ Friedl (wrist) is out, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild entered spring training having to win a roster spot, but Friedl's injury likely clinches that. Fairchild appeared to be in position to win a spot anyhow.
Mar 14 2024Fairchild went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI in Wednesday's spring game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild continued a strong spring, belting a two-run homer in the fourth inning. It was the third long ball in 19 at-bats for Fairchild. He's not been known for power during his time in the majors; however, the outfielder's hit 10 round-trippers over 331 career MLB at-bats, which roughly translates to a respectable 15 over a season of 500 at-bats. It'll be a challenge for him to see that amount of playing time, as Fairchild is expected to be the Reds' fifth outfielder.
Mar 6 2024Fairchild is one of four Reds players battling for a likely last roster spot for Opening Day, along with Jose Barrero, Josh Harrison and Tony Kemp, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As Rosecrans elaborates, the Reds have significant infield depth, so Fairchild isn't hurt by his OF-only status. Moreover, he has a slight advantage by virtue of hitting right-handed, as TJ Friedl, Jake Fraley and Will Benson are lefty hitters.
Sep 20 2023Fairchild entered Tuesday's game in the ninth inning as the left fielder and went 0-for-1 in a 7-0 loss to Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild made his first appearance since coming off the COVID-19-related injured list. Given the large deficit, Reds manager David Bell inserted several bench players during the latter innings, one of which was Fairchild who got himself acclimated to game conditions in a low-pressure setting.
Sep 18 2023Fairchild (illness) was activated from the COVID-19-related injured list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was away from the Reds for a little over a week but is ready to roll now following a short rehab assignment. With Hunter Renfroe designated for assignment and Harrison Bader (groin) on the 10-day injured list, Fairchild should see regular playing time versus left-handed pitching down the stretch.
Sep 15 2023Fairchild (COVID-19) has begun a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild landed on the COVID-19 injured list last weekend but is now feeling well enough to ramp things back up in game action. He's eligible to return Saturday, but the Reds might wait until early next week when they return home to activate him.
Sep 9 2023The Reds placed Fairchild on the COVID-19 injured list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds' COVID-19 outbreak has primarily affected the team's pitchers up to this point, but now Fairchild will be held out at least seven days as he fights off his infection. Alejo Lopez was brought up from Triple-A Louisville as a replacement player for Fairchild.
Sep 2 2023Fairchild entered as a pinch runner, stole a base and scored a run in a 3-2 win over the Cubs in the second game of Friday's doubleheader. He went 0-for-2 as the starting left fielder in the matinee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was part of Cincinnati's two-run ninth inning, which allowed the Reds to avoid a sweep. He ran for Christian Encarnacion-Strand then stole second base, putting him in position to score the winning run on Noelvi Marte's walkoff single. The steal was the 10th for Fairchild, who recently returned from the concussion list. He'll continue to operate as a depth outfielder.
Aug 29 2023Fairchild is not in the lineup Tuesday at San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild just returned Monday from a 7-day stint on the concussion injured list and will likely continue to be eased back into action. Will Benson, TJ Friedl and Nick Senzel are starting across the outfield for the Reds on Tuesday against the Giants.
Aug 28 2023Fairchild (concussion) went 0-for-1 with a walk and a strikeout in Monday's 4-1 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild played six innings in right field in his return from a one-week absence. He was replaced by pinch hitter Nick Martini in the seventh inning in a likely tactical move. It'll likely be a short-side platoon role for Fairchild the rest of the way, with Will Benson and Martini handling right field against right-handed pitchers until Jake Fraley (toe) comes back. Fairchild is slashing just .228/.325/.386 over 237 plate appearances this season, though he's added nine stolen bases and five home runs.
Aug 26 2023Fairchild (concussion) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A collision with the outfield wall Sunday against Toronto forced Fairchild onto the 7-day concussion IL on Monday. He'll play a couple of games in Triple-A before likely returning from the injured list when eligible Monday.
Aug 21 2023Fairchild was placed on the 7-day concussion list Monday, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild entered concussion protocol after banging into the outfield wall during Sunday's loss to the Blue Jays, and after further evaluation, he's been moved to the concussion list. The Reds will promote Mike Siani from Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move.
Aug 20 2023Fairchild was removed in the top of the third inning of Sunday's game against the Blue Jays and entered the concussion protocol, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. He grounded out in his lone at-bat before exiting the contest. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild collided with the outfield wall in the top of the second while attempting to rob a home run, and though he stayed in the game until the Reds recorded the final out of the frame, he was replaced in the field by TJ Hopkins in the next inning. Since he's still being checked out for a concussion at this stage and hasn't been diagnosed with a brain injury, Fairchild may not immediately land on the 7-day injured list until the Reds complete their evaluation. The 27-year-old has been handling a near-everyday role in the outfield of late since Jake Fraley (toe) landed on the injured list earlier this month.
Aug 17 2023Fairchild went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 7-2 win over the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild's two-run shot in the fourth inning turned out to be the game-winning hit for the Reds, who stumbled through the first half of the month with an inconsistent offense that's missing Jake Fraley (toe) and Jonathan India (foot). Those two injuries have led to a spike in Fairchild's playing time during this most recent stint in the majors. His window could close soon, pending the results of Fraley's upcoming MRI (Friday) to determine the progress of his stress fracture.
Aug 15 2023Fairchild will start in center field and bat seventh in Tuesday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has largely served as a short-side platoon bat during his multiple stints with the big club this season, but he seems to have moved into more of a full-time role in August while the Reds have been down Jake Fraley (toe) and Jonathan India (foot). He'll be included in the lineup for the seventh time in eight games, replacing the lefty-hitting TJ Friedl in center field while southpaw Logan Allen takes the hill for Cleveland. Fairchild should occupy a corner-outfield spot when the Reds oppose right-handed pitching.
Aug 9 2023Fairchild started in right field and went 1-for-3 with a triple and a run scored in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: To those watching the game, it looked like Fairchild had hit an inside-the-park home run -- he donned the celebratory Viking helmet in the dugout -- but the play was officially ruled a triple with a throwing error that allowed him to score. This was his sixth start in nine games since being recalled from Triple-A Louisville, and the outfielder is 4-for-21 with an RBI and six strikeouts. The Reds are coping with injuries to Jonathan India (foot) and Jake Fraley (toe), leading to Fairchild's recent spate of plate appearances.
Jul 30 2023Fairchild was recalled from Triple-A Louisville on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old was sent to Louisville in early July but will rejoin the big club Sunday with Jonathan India (foot) landing on the injured list. Fairchild has a .237/.339/.404 slash line in 66 games this season, and he's unlikely to see significant playing time since Cincinnati's outfield group is currently in good health.
Jul 4 2023Fairchild was optioned to Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild had just been recalled Sunday but now finds himself back in the minors. The 27-year-old is clearing out to make room on the roster for Tuesday's starter, Brett Kennedy.
Jul 3 2023Fairchild served as a pinch hitter, walked and scored a run in Sunday's 4-3 win over San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild hit for the lefty-batting Jake Fraley against Padres lefty Tom Cosgrove and worked a seven-pitch walk in the bottom of the eighth inning. It turned out to be a key plate appearance, as Tyler Stephenson followed with a pinch-hit, two-run home run to give Cincinnati a lead it did not relinquish. Fairchild, who spent the first two-and-a-half months of the season in the majors, was recalled from Triple-A Louisville on Sunday after spending the last 10 days in the minors. He'll reprise a role as the Reds' fifth outfielder.
Jul 2 2023The Reds recalled Fairchild from Triple-A Louisville on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will rejoin the parent club following a week-and-a-half-long stay in the minors during which he went 6-for-25 with three home runs and a triple across five games with Cincinnati. The 27-year-old will likely serve as a short-side platoon outfielder while he's up with the parent club.
Jun 21 2023Fairchild was optioned to Triple-A Louisville on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will head to Louisville after spending the entirety of the 2023 campaign to this point with the Reds, producing a .237 average with four homers, 22 RBI, 25 runs and six stolen bases over 156 at-bats in 64 games. With Cincinnati's roster returning to full health recently, Fairchild slid out of the starting lineup and he'll now look to get more consistent reps in Triple-A.
Jun 19 2023Fairchild (neck) is starting in center field and batting ninth Monday versus the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will return to the lineup after missing the last couple contests with neck stiffness. The outfielder is batting .200 with three homers, a double, seven RBI, eight runs scored and two stolen bases over 40 at-bats in 14 games this month. With both Nick Senzel, Jake Fraley and Joey Votto (shoulder/biceps) returning to the lineup in the past week, Fairchild could soon find it hard to crack the Reds' lineup on a consistent basis.
Jun 17 2023Fairchild (neck) isn't in the Reds' lineup Saturday against Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Neck stiffness caused Fairchild to be scratched late ahead of Friday's contest, and it will keep him out of at least one more game Saturday. Nick Senzel, TJ Friedl and Will Benson will make up the Reds' outfield from left to right while Fairchild continues to recover.
Jun 16 2023Fairchild (neck) was removed from the lineup ahead of Friday's matchup with the Astros, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild is dealing with neck stiffness and after he was initially set to start in right field, Will Benson will take over in the outfield and bat sixth Friday. Fairchild can be considered day-to-day for the time being and the Reds will likely provide an update on his status following the series opener with Houston.
Jun 11 2023Fairchild will start in left field and bat eighth in Sunday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will pick up his sixth start in seven games, but his uptick in playing time may prove to be only a temporary arrangement. The Reds could get at least one of Nick Senzel (knee), Wil Myers (shoulder) or Henry Ramos (hip) back from the injured list by next weekend, and as soon as one of those players is activated, Fairchild will be the player most at risk of losing out on opportunities in the Cincinnati outfield.
Jun 5 2023Fairchild went 1-for-3 with a solo home run against the Brewers in a 2-0 victory Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild wasn't even scheduled to be in the starting lineup originally -- he was a late addition after Jake Fraley was scratched due to allergies. The unexpected change turned out well for Cincinnati, as Fairchild plated one of the team's two runs with his third-inning solo shot. The long ball was his first in his past 50 contests and broke a four-game 0-for-12 stretch. Fairchild's average exit velocity and hard-hit rate are each in the bottom 15 percent of major-leaguers this season, so he's unlikely to be much of a power source moving forward.
Jun 4 2023Fairchild is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild started the past 10 games but will take a seat while in the midst of an 0-for-12 slump. T.J. Hopkins, Will Benson and Jake Fraley will man the outfield for Cincinnati on Sunday.
May 29 2023Fairchild went 1-for-2 with a double, a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild doubled his first time up and stole third before coming around to score. He now has steals in back-to-back games and has eight hits over his last 18 at-bats. For the year, the 27-year-old outfielder is slashing .250/.346/.398 with 13 extra-base hits, 14 RBI, 16 runs and a 13:35 BB:K over 129 plate appearances.
May 27 2023Fairchild went 0-for-3 with a stolen base in Saturday's 8-5 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has picked up two steals over his last four games, though this was his first hitless effort in that span. The outfielder is up to five steals while slashing .245/.344/.487 through 47 contests as a part-time option in the outfield. He's seeing more consistent time in right field with Wil Myers (illness) on the injured list.
May 18 2023Fairchild went 2-for-5 with two doubles and three RBI in Wednesday's 11-6 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild snapped an 0-for-10 stretch with a two-run double in the fifth inning, extending Cincinnati's lead to 5-0. He'd add a second double and a third RBI in the ninth, driving in Nick Senzel. The 27-year-old Fairchild has been starting regularly in center field while TJ Friedl (oblique) has been sidelined. He's slashing .217/.323/.361 with a home run, 13 runs scored, 12 RBI and three stolen bases through 101 plate appearances this season.
May 15 2023Fairchild will start in center field and bat ninth in Monday's game in Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He had already picked up starts in center in each of the last three games while TJ Friedl (oblique) was viewed as day-to-day, but Fairchild should now have a longer leash as the Reds' primary option at the position after Friedl was placed on the injured list Monday. Fairchild has been much more effective against left-handed pitching (career 112 wRC+) than righties (94 wRC+) over parts of three seasons in the majors, so he could carry some batting-average risk if the Reds end up keeping him in a non-platoon role.
May 14 2023Fairchild will start in center field and bat fifth Sunday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will pick up a third consecutive start in place of TJ Friedl, who is nursing a mild oblique strain and could be forced to the injured list. The right-handed-hitting Fairchild typically serves as a short-side platoon option when Cincinnati is at full strength, but he held his own while drawing starts the previous two days against right-handers Eury Perez and Sandy Alcantara, going 3-for-8 with two runs, an RBI and a stolen base between those contests.
May 5 2023Fairchild isn't starting Friday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going hitless in each of his last two games, Fairchild will get a day off Friday. Henry Ramos will instead serve as the Reds' right fielder, moving Tyler Stephenson into the DH spot and allowing Luke Maile to start behind the dish while batting ninth.
May 1 2023Fairchild will start in left field and bat third in Monday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will stick in the starting nine for a fourth straight game after going 3-for-9 with a pair of doubles during the Reds' series with the Athletics over the weekend, though it's worth noting that Cincinnati is facing a lefty starting pitcher (Blake Snell) for the third straight game. TJ Friedl, Jake Fraley and Nick Senzel are expected to remain the Reds' preferred starting outfield versus right-handed pitching more often than not.
Mar 30 2023Fairchild was recalled Thursday from Triple-A Louisville. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was optioned to the minors on March 20, but he wound up making the Opening Day roster in Cincinnati after all. The 27-year-old is currently positioned as a backup outfielder, though he could force his way into meaningful playing time with some timely hits in the early going.
Mar 20 2023The Reds optioned Fairchild to Triple-A Louisville on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild hit well in a 38-game sample for the Reds last season and also had a solid spring at the plate, but he won't be part of the Opening Day roster. The 27-year-old should factor into Cincinnati's outfield mix at some point this season.
Oct 3 2022Fairchild is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will take a seat Monday while he remains in the midst of a slump, as he's gone 1-for-16 over his last five games. T.J. Friedl and Jake Fraley look to be secure in everyday roles in the Cincinnati outfield, and despite his recent rough patch, Fairchild still looks to be ahead of Aristides Aquino for the remaining spot in the outfield in most games.
Sep 30 2022Fairchild isn't starting Friday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has gone 0-for-9 with a strikeout over the last three games, and he'll retreat to the bench for the second time in the last three matchups. Mike Siani will start in center field and bat seventh.
Sep 27 2022Fairchild is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild seemingly took over the center field job recently from Jake Fraley, but he heads to the bench in this one. Mike Siani, who did not have an overly impressive season in the minors (.750 OPS) and is 0-for-6 with three strikeouts in the majors, will get the start in center field.
Sep 26 2022Fairchild will start in center field and bat fifth in Monday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty-hitting Fairchild has largely served in a short-side platoon role since his Aug. 23 call-up from Triple-A Louisville, but he'll pick up his third consecutive start against a right-hander (Roansy Contreras) on Monday while the slumping Jake Fraley remains on the bench. Fairchild is slashing .388/.464/.694 with seven extra-base hits in his 22 games following his promotion to the big leagues.
Sep 18 2022Fairchild went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer and a strikeout during Sunday's 3-0 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has drawn just five starts for the Reds since the start of September, but he gave the team some insurance runs Sunday with his two-run blast in the sixth inning. His home run was just his fifth of the season, and he hasn't been a very fantasy-relevant player in recent weeks, going just 5-for-13 with a home run, a double, two RBI and a run this month.
Aug 30 2022Fairchild is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild delivered three home runs while starting in five of the Reds' past seven games, but he'll still likely find himself in a short-side platoon role while all of TJ Friedl, Nick Senzel and Jake Fraley are available in the outfield. Though Fraley is serving as the Reds' designated hitter Tuesday, the Reds will turn to Aristides Aquino rather than Fairchild to fill out the remaining spot in the outfield as the team takes on Cardinals right-hander Dakota Hudson.
Aug 29 2022Fairchild will start in left field and bat seventh in Monday's game against the Cardinals, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will be rewarded with his second consecutive start after going 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Washington. Though the righty-hitting Fairchild should have a regular spot in the lineup against left-handed pitching, his opportunities to play against right-handed pitching will become more limited once Nick Senzel -- who is serving as the Reds' designated hitter Monday after missing three games with hamstring tightness -- is ready to play the outfield again.
Aug 25 2022Fairchild went 1-for-3 with a solo homer in Wednesday's 7-5 loss to Philadelphia. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild got the Reds on the board with a solo homer off lefty starter Cristopher Sanchez with one out in the second. The outfielder was recalled from Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday and has spent time in the minors on and off throughout the season. The 26-year-old slashed .212/.341/.242 in 33 at-bats during his last 10 games in the minor leagues.
Aug 23 2022The Reds recalled Fairchild from Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday. He'll start in left field and bat seventh in Tuesday's game in Philadelphia. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild has slashed .208/.316/.250 in 14 games with Triple-A since being demoted at the beginning of August. Though he's in the lineup Tuesday, the righty-hitting Fairchild is unlikely to be anything more than a short-side platoon player in the outfield while he's up with Cincinnati.
Aug 1 2022The Reds optioned Fairchild to Triple-A Louisville on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was deemed expendable as a depth option in the outfield with the Reds reinstating Albert Almora (illness) from the COVID-19-related injured list. During his three-week stint with Cincinnati, Fairchild saw action in eight games and went 2-for-14 with a solo home run.
Jul 17 2022Fairchild is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild had started in three of the Reds' past four games, going 2-for-8 with a solo home run and a pair of walks over that stretch. Though the Reds have a spot available in the outfield for the series finale with the lefty-hitting Tyler Naquin taking a seat against Cardinals southpaw Steven Matz, manager David Bell will bypass the righty-hitting Fairchild for the starting assignment and instead go with Matt Reynolds as Naquin's replacement in the lineup.
Jul 13 2022Fairchild went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Wednesday's loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild launched a solo homer off Luis Severino in the top of the second frame before adding a single and walk later in the contest. The home run was the first of his major-league career and finished off a back-to-back-to-back long ball sequence with Kyle Farmer and Mike Moustakas. Fairchild is currently filling in for Albert Almora (illness) who was placed on the COVID-19 list Tuesday and will likely return to Triple-A Louisville once he Almora returns.
Jul 12 2022Cincinnati recalled Fairchild from Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will be joining the Reds' active roster for the first time as a replacement in the outfield for Albert Almora, who was placed on the COVID-19-related injured list. While Almora is on the shelf, the righty-hitting Fairchild could serve as a short-side platoon mate in the outfield for the lefty-hitting Tyler Naquin.
Jun 11 2022Fairchild was claimed off waivers by the Reds on Saturday and was optioned to Triple-A Louisville. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild will join a new team after being designated for assignment by the Giants earlier this month, but he will not immediately join the big-league roster. He figures to be an option next time the Reds need to bring up an outfielder from the minors.
Jun 1 2022Fairchild was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild spent just over a week with the major-league club and was in the starting lineup on three occasions. He went 0-for-8 with a run and three strikeouts during his stint with San Francisco but will head back to the minors, where he should see more consistent playing time.
May 23 2022Fairchild was recalled by the Giants from Triple-A Sacramento on Monday, Amy Gutierrez of the Giants' official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was acquired by the Giants on May 14 after being designated for assignment by the Mariners. With Austin Slater (wrist) on the injured list, Fairchild will have an immediate chance to contribute as he is starting in center field and hitting ninth against the Mets on Monday. Across 80 plate appearances at Triple-A, he hit .234/.388/.469.
May 14 2022Fairchild was traded from the Mariners to the Giants on Saturday in exchange for Alex Blandino and cash considerations, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was designated for assignment by Seattle on Friday, and he'll now be traded for the second time in the last three weeks. The 26-year-old has hit .245 with three homers, two doubles, seven runs and six RBI over 14 Triple-A games this year, and he'll likely head to Triple-A Sacramento following Saturday's trade.
May 13 2022Fairchild was designated for assignment by the Mariners on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was called up by Seattle at the end of April, but he played in just three games during his time with the major-league club. He'll lose his spot on the 40-man roster after Steven Souza's contract was selected Friday.
Apr 30 2022Fairchild was recalled from Triple-A Tacoma on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was traded from Arizona to Seattle last weekend, and he went 7-for-16 with a homer, four runs and three RBI over four appearances in Tacoma. However, he'll now join the major-league club to provide depth in the outfield after Mitch Haniger (ankle) was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday.
Apr 19 2022The Diamondbacks designated Fairchild for assignment Tuesday, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Arizona removed Fairchild from the 40-man roster to clear a spot for reliever Jacob Webb, whom the Diamondbacks claimed off waivers from Atlanta in a corresponding move. After failing to win a spot on the Diamondbacks' Opening Day roster as a reserve outfielder, Fairchild had gotten off to a slow start at Triple-A Reno to begin the season, hitting .162 while striking out in 34.9 percent of his plate appearances.
Mar 24 2022The Diamondbacks optioned Fairchild to Triple-A Reno on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Along with Fairchild, the Diamondbacks optioned pitchers Ryan Weiss and Humberto Mejia to Reno in their latest round of roster cuts. Fairchild made his big-league debut in 2021, appearing in 12 games for Arizona and going 2-for-15 with two RBI.
Sep 5 2021Fairchild was optioned to Triple-A Reno on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was recalled from Triple-A on Wednesday and went 1-for- 4 with a double, two RBI and a run during his brief time in the majors. Henry Ramos had his contract selected in a corresponding move.
Sep 1 2021Fairchild was recalled from Triple-A Reno on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild had been with the Triple-A club for nearly two weeks after he was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list, and he hit .280 with a triple, a double, four runs, an RBI and a stolen base across eight games. He's hit .091 across 10 major-league games this year and will serve in a depth role for Arizona.
Aug 19 2021Fairchild (undisclosed) was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list and optioned to Triple-A Reno on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild landed on the COVID-19 injured list July 30 but recently appeared in two rehab games with the Diamondbacks' rookie-level Arizona Complex League affiliate. He went 2-for-6 with a double, a run and two strikeouts during that time and will remain in the minors now that he's cleared the league's health and safety protocols. While the Diamondbacks don't currently have room for him on the active roster, Fairchild will presumably be one of the top options to fill in if the team requires additional outfield depth.
Aug 14 2021Fairchild (undisclosed) took three at-bats in a simulated game Friday at the Diamondbacks' training complex. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild is working his way back after a stint on the COVID-19 protocols list. The 25-year-old outfielder should resume a fifth outfielder role once he's ready to rejoin the team.
Jul 30 2021Fairchild was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not clear whether Fairchild has tested positive for the virus or whether he's considered a close contact, but he was one of several players who landed on the injured list Friday. He'll be eligible to rejoin the team as soon as he clears the league's health and safety protocols.
Jul 9 2021Fairchild started in center field and went 0-for-3 in Thursday's 9-3 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild was called up earlier this week and is making his first tour at the major-league level. Thursday was his third appearance and first start in the show. The eventual return of Ketel Marte (hamstring) will add another blocker to playing time for Fairchild.
Jul 6 2021Fairchild was called up from Triple-A Reno prior to Tuesday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fairchild returned from a hamstring injury in late June after missing over a month. He's performed excellently at the plate since being activated from Reno's injured list, going 11-for-26 with five homers and 13 RBI. He'll look to carry that hot streak with him to Arizona, where he could make his major-league debut in the coming days.
Mar 16 2021The Diamondbacks optioned Fairchild to Triple-A Reno on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Arizona thought enough of Fairchild's long-term potential to add him to the 40-man roster and protect him from the Rule 5 draft this offseason, but he wasn't a serious candidate to break camp with the big club. The outfielder is expected to spend most of the season at Reno after he provided a .824 OPS in his 179 plate appearances at the Double-A level during the 2019 campaign.
Aug 31 2020Fairchild was traded from Cincinnati to Arizona along with Josh VanMeter in exchange for Archie Bradley, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: One of the Reds' top prospects, Fairchild logged a 142 wRC+ at Double-A last season, albeit as a 23-year-old. He could be big-league ready sometime next season and is capable of handling all three outfield spots. He has average or better raw power and above-average speed. Fairchild walked (10.6 BB%) almost as much as he struck out (12.8 K%) last year at Double-A.
Jun 21 2018Fairchild was promoted to High-A Daytona on Thursday.Fairchild, the 38th overall pitch in the 2017 first-year player draft, hit a solid .277/.377/.460 with seven homers and 17 stolen bases across 67 games with Low-A Dayton before being rewarded with a promotion. The glove-first center fielder will look to continue his success against more advanced pitching.