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Reds trade struggling Gomes to Nationals

Jonny Gomes never found his groove with Cincinnati. (Associated Press)
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Jonny Gomes never found his groove with Cincinnati. (Associated Press)

The Cincinnati Reds sent struggling left fielder Jonny Gomes to Washington for two minor leaguers on Tuesday, a move that opens an outfield spot for one of their best young hitters.

Former first-round pick Yonder Alonso was called up from Triple-A to take Gomes’ spot, giving the defending N.L. Central champions another left-handed hitter who can play left field and back up Joey Votto at first base.

The Reds obtained minor league left-hander Chris Manno and outfielder Bill Rhinehart from Washington. Cincinnati included money in the deal to pay part of Gomes’ salary.

Indians eager to deal

After two years of 90-plus losses, Cleveland Indians general manager Chris Antonetti is willing to do what he can to keep his surprising team in pennant contention.

For the right return, he’s willing to deal any player in the Indians organization to help Cleveland win now.

“It would have to be a compelling deal to trade one of our very select prospects,” Antonetti said. “Our philosophy is to take advantage of every opportunity we have to get to the postseason and advance. But you have to be mindful of the cost of doing that.”

Clearing the bases

The Colorado Rockies placed five-time All-Star Jason Giambi on the 15-day disabled list, a day after he strained his left quad running to first base in a loss to the Dodgers. … Toronto Blue Jays slugger Jose Bautista left Tuesday night’s game against Baltimore after being hit in the helmet by a pitch from Orioles right-hander Jake Arrieta. … Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones said he is frustrated to be dealing with a new injury only one day after his return from the disabled list. Jones did not start against the Pirates after he strained his right quadriceps in Monday night’s game. … Eric Chavez was activated from the 60-day DL and given the start at third base for the New York Yankees against the Seattle Mariners. The oft-injured six-time Gold Glove winner broke a bone in his left foot on May 5 after just 17 games. … The Baltimore Orioles activated DH Vladimir Guerrero off the 15-day DL and optioned right-hander Mark Worrell to Triple-A Norfolk. Also, Orioles left-hander Mike Gonzalez began serving a three-game suspension for throwing behind Boston’s David Ortiz. … The Arizona Diamondbacks reinstated closer J.J. Putz from the 15-day DL and placed infielder Geoff Blum on it with a broken right pinkie finger. The team also selected the contract of outfielder Collin Cowgill from Triple-A Reno.