The Cincinnati Reds are calling up top prospect Noelvi Marte, adding another rookie to a potentially great class as they look to win their first division title in more than a decade, sources told ESPN.
Marte, 21, was acquired by the Reds in the blockbuster last year that sent right-hander Luis Castillo to Seattle, and he has been a model of consistency across two levels this season, hitting .279/.358/.454 with 11 home runs and 18 stolen bases.
Finding a spot in the lineup for Marte, however, is tougher than usual for players who have produced like him in the minor leagues.
The Reds' young core includes infielders Elly De La Cruz, Matt McLain, Spencer Steer and Christian Encarnacion-Strand — all rookies who, like Marte, play shortstop or third base.