DeSclafani (oblique) tossed four innings during his rehab outing at Double-A Pensacola on Saturday, giving up three runs on four hits and a walk while striking out five.
In his first start at any level in 2016, DeSclafani ran into some trouble with the long ball, but indicated he felt well after the outing. He was held to a 60-to-65 pitch count for Saturday's start, but he should move that number up in his next start, which will come at Low-A Dayton. If all goes well in that rehab start, DeSclafani could be activated and reclaim a spot in the Reds' rotation.