The Reds are going to take some more time and a closer look at the lower back pain that resulted in Tyler Stephenson being scratched from a game.

The Reds are sending Tyler Stephenson to get an MRI on his back to make sure nothing serious is going on, according to MLB.com's Mark Sheldon. Stephenson, 28, appeared in 138 games for Cincinnati last season and is expected to play a big role again this season.

Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson was scratched from Wednesday’s lineup due to some back pain, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reported yesterday. Today, manager Terry Francona tells Sheldon that the backstop is headed for an MRI.