The Reds are not planning to play Mesoraco in spring training games in the immediate future. "Until we're getting closer with workload, I'd hate to try and target a date because then it's disappointing if we don't reach it by playing by a certain date," manager Bryan Price said. "He's certainly getting closer."
The Reds are treating Mesoraco with supreme caution, which doesn't hurt because spring training is extended this year due to the WBC.