Chapman leaves game for precautionary reasons

MARYVALE, Ariz. — Reds closer Aroldis Chapman left Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers with a right hamstring issue.

Chapman called out catcher Brayan Pena to talk after getting Jean Segura to ground out in the fifth inning. Trainer Paul Lessard, manager Bryan Price and pitching coach Jeff Pico then came onto the field. Chapman threw a few warm-up pitches, but after a long discussion, he was taken out of the game.

Chapman appeared upset with the decision.

"There was a lot going on there," Price said. "The word 'hamstring' came up, (and) just with that history we were extra cautious. By the sounds of it, it may be a non-issue completely. It may be nothing more than a miscommunication.

"I'm sure he was frustrated to have to come out. He wanted to stay in. But, at this point in time, there's just no way to take a chance. I think when the smoke clears he'll be completely fine."