Wereski’s Rise from College to Reds | Cincinnati Reds News

Cincinatti Reds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

Ben Wereski, a 28-year-old pitcher signed by the Reds in July, just won Player of the Week after a dazzling debut: six no-hit innings, eight strikeouts, and zero runs allowed. Originally drafted by the Royals in 2022 and released in 2024, Wereski bounced back with a solid season in the Atlantic League with the High Point Rockers, then got his shot with Chattanooga. His journey—from college stops at Columbia and Rutgers, interrupted by a COVID gap year—to now being recognized at this level, proves grit pays off. Meanwhile, the Reds are doubling down on college talent in their draft, with top…