Darren McCaughan: Everything you need to know

McCaughan signed a minor-league contract with the Reds on Wednesday and was invited to spring training, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports. McCaughan allowed just one run in 5.1 innings during his three appearances with the Twins last season. He didn't have nearly the same level of success in the minors, however, turning in a 5.10 ERA and 1.49 WHIP across 97 frames with Triple-A St. Paul. Barring a significant turnaround, the 29-year-old righty will likely remain at Triple-A for the vast majority of 2026.

McCaughan cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A St. Paul on Thursday. McCaughan was bumped from the 40-man roster Tuesday after appearing in three games while covering 5.1 innings with the Twins. He was effective in limited opportunity, so it's possible he gets his roster spot back later in the summer.

Minnesota designated McCaughan for assignment Tuesday. The right-hander joined the big club Monday but will lose his place on the 26-man and 40-man rosters just a day later. McCaughan made three appearances for the Twins early in the season and allowed one earned run with a 6:1 K:BB over 5.1 innings, but he's struggled to a 5.35 ERA in 17 outings (10 starts) with Triple-A St. Paul.