The Cincinnati Reds made multiple roster moves on Wednesday. They signed veteran starting pitcher Chris Paddack.

To make room for Paddack on the 40-man roster, they designated catcher P.J. Higgins for assignment. They also placed starting pitcher Rhett Lowder on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder pain.

Higgins Move is a Business Move

The Reds already have two healthy catchers on the 40-man roster, which made Higgins the most likely player to get DFA'd. Higgins' specialty has been his ability to challenge balls and strikes with the new ABS system. He's been fantastic in the minor leagues at it and did well with it in his short stint with the Reds.

Higgins appeared in five games for the Reds this season, going 2-10 with an RBI and four strikeouts.…