47 Johnny Cueto, SP

Reds starter Johnny Cueto moved to 4-0 with a victory Sunday over Milwaukee in his return from the disabled list.

Cueto allowed just one run on a first inning home run by Carlos Gomez. From then on, he was excellent; he allowed five hits and didn't walk a batter over six full innings. He struck out three. His ERA sits at a sterling 2.08.

The Reds have activated starter Johnny Cueto from the disabled list to start Sunday against Milwaukee, MLB.com reports. Cueto owns a 2.17 ERA and 34 strikeouts over 37 1/3 innings on the season. He allowed just one run in eight innings in his two rehab appareances.

The Reds have optioned pitcher Pedro Villareal to Triple-A Louisville, MLB.com reports. Villareal allowed six runs on 10 hits over 3 2/3 innings in his only major league start. Johnny Cueto's return results in Villareal's return to the minors.

Reds starter Johnny Cueto will return to make the start Sunday against Milwaukee, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports Saturday. 

Cueto (lat) returns with a 2.17 ERA over six starts on the year. Reds manager Dusty Baker mentioned that Tony Congrani could remain on the roster in a bullpen role. 

Reds starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (shoulder) threw 35 pitches off the mound during a bullpen session before Tuesday’s game against the Cubs, according to The Cincinnati Enquirer.

Cueto remains hopeful of starting Sunday, the first day he's eligible to come off the disabled list, against the Brewers. The right-hander is scheduled to throw again Friday, which is when the Reds will likely make a decision about Sunday’s start.

“It’s the goal, but it’s like any injury, you want to feel as confident as you can that he’s healthy and it’s unlikely he’ll re-injure it,” pitching coach BryanPrice said. “There’s no guarantees. Today was another step.”