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UCLA SS Matt McLain Taken by Reds in First Round of 2021 MLB Draft
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2021 MLB Draft: Cincinnati Reds take UCLA shortstop Matt McLain
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With family looking on, Matt McLain signs with Reds for $4.6 million, reports to Arizona
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Reds roster moves: McClain called up, Votto moved to 60-day IL
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Chattanooga Lookouts alumni thriving for the reinvigorated Reds
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Reactions: Matt McLain, Reds 2021 first-round pick, homers twice for Double-A Chattanooga
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Reds: Matt McLain within striking distance of starting in the 2023 All-Star Game
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Cincinnati Reds roster: Shortstop Matt McLain an MLB prospect
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Scouting report: Cincinnati Reds shortstop Matt McLain
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McLain Selected in First Round of MLB Draft - West Coast League
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Matt McLain Called Up by Cincinnati Reds - UCLA
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What to expect from Matt McLain in the big leagues