The Cincinnati Reds have had internal discussions about moving Homer Bailey to the bullpen.

A report characterized the move as fairly likely. The Reds could slot Luis Castillo in to start in Bailey's place Sunday on regular rest.

Bailey's six-year, $105 million contract extension quickly became a mistake. He underwent Tommy John surgery in 2015 and had bone spurs removed from his elbow in 2017. He's been limited to 187 1/3 innings since 2015.