Christian Encarnacion-Strand has been placed on the 10-day injured list by the Cincinnati Reds due to persistent low back inflammation, prompting the recall of infielder Noelvi Marte from Triple-A Louisville. Manager Terry Francona noted that the situation was not deteriorating but also not improving, hence the decision for further treatment. Last season was particularly tough for Encarnacion-Strand, who only played 29 games due to a fractured wrist. This season, he is struggling at the plate, batting just .158 with two home runs and five RBIs over 18 games. The Reds have other options at first base, including Jeimer Candelario and Spencer Steer, who is nearing a return after shoulder issues.