Watch: Reds Manager Provides Key Injury Update on Gavin Lux

Lux was scratched from the lineup on Saturday.

May 16, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Gavin Lux (2) runs to third on a double hit by first baseman Spencer Steer (not pictured) in the second inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images | Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Gavin Lux was scratched from the lineup before Saturday's 4-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians.

Manager Terry Francona provided an encouraging update on him after the game.

"He just has back spasms," Francona said. "He was actually politicking to pinch-hit (on Saturday). I think he will play tomorrow (Sunday). We will have someone ready, but I think he will be okay to play."

This is good news as Lux has been one of the most consistent hitters in the lineup through the first 47 games of the season.

The left-hander is slashing .297/.386/.407 with 13 extra-base hits.

The Reds and Guardians will play the series finale on Sunday at 1:40 ET.

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