Reds' Tim Adleman: Shipped to minors

Adleman was optioned to minor league camp Tuesday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

Analysis:

With the Reds' starting rotation depleted to begin the season, Adleman was in competition for one of the final spots, though his rough spring assured he was sent to the minors instead. The 29-year-old yielded 19 runs on 19 hits across 14.0 innings this spring. He'll likely serve as pitching depth at Triple-A Louisville.