Will Benson
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September 27, 2025
Sitting Saturday
Benson isn't part of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Milwaukee.
Analysis
Benson will be on the bench for a second straight game, as southpaw Robert Gasser takes the mound for the Brewers on Saturday. Benson hasn't logged multiple hits in a game since Aug. 1, but he's hitting .234 during that stretch. Spencer Steer, TJ Friedl and Noelvi Marte will fill the outfield from left to right.
September 26, 2025
Out of Cincinnati lineup
Benson is absent from the lineup for Friday's contest in Milwaukee.
Analysis
The left-handed-hitting Benson had drawn 11 straight starts against right-handed pitching, but he'll take a seat Friday versus righty Quinn Priester. Gavin Lux and Noelvi Marte will occupy the corner outfield spots for the Reds, while Miguel Andujar will serve as the designated hitter.
September 24, 2025
Filling in at left field
Benson started in left field and went 0-for-3 in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Pirates.
Analysis
Benson made a second consecutive start in left field with Austin Hays (back) unavailable. Hays ran the field Tuesday and reported the back did not respond well to the activity, per MLB.com, which suggests more opportunities for Benson if opponents start a right-hander. That will be the case Wednesday, when Pittsburgh is scheduled to throw Paul Skenes (2.03 ERA).