A huge Cincinnati Reds rumor claims the team was close on making a blockbuster trade for a young slugger recently.

The Cincinnati Reds are making a notable addition to their outfield, as they have reached an agreement with Austin Hays on a one-year, $5 million contract, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The deal includes $1 million in incentives as well.

As Terry Francona and company build out the Reds roster, Cincinnati has come to terms with a former All-Star pitcher.

The Cincinnati Reds signed Austin Hays to a one-year deal, adding power and depth to their outfield. At age 28, Hays brings a .262 batting average, 70

The Cincinnati Reds reportedly made an addition to their outfield group on Tuesday, agreeing to terms with free agent Austin Hays.

Inks one-year pact with Cincinnati

The Cincinnati Reds "may consider" pursuing slugger Pete Alonso in free agency, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Heyman noted that the Reds

Seeking right-handed offense for the outfield has been a Reds priority throughout this offseason. With less than two weeks before Spring Training opens, it appeared that they could finally check that box.

Barring the unforeseen and the unexpected, the Cincinnati Reds 2025 spring training roster is likely set. Nick Krall, the Reds' president of baseball operations, said as much during a Thursday Zoom call with reporters in which he discussed this week's flurry of acquisitions.

The Baltimore Orioles entered the 2024 season with a surplus of offensive standouts, and a lack of pitching depth. The surplus was abundant, specifically in the