The Dodgers and Reds have announced a trade sending Gavin Lux to Cincinnati for outfield prospect Mike Sirota and the Reds’ Competitive Balance Round A selection. The competitive balance pick — the only kind of draft choice that can be traded — lands at 37th overall next summer. L.A. general manager Brandon Gomes had downplayed the possibility of trading Lux late last week, but … [Read more...] about Reds Acquire Gavin Lux
Orioles Claim Roansy Contreras, Designate Liván Soto
The Orioles announced that they have claimed right-hander Roansy Contreras off waivers from the Reds. Cincinnati had designated him for assignment earlier this week. In order to open a roster spot, the O’s designated infielder Liván Soto for assignment. Contreras, 25, has been bouncing around the league over the past year. That’s likely a reflection of his uneven performance … [Read more...] about Orioles Claim Roansy Contreras, Designate Liván Soto
Reds Have Interest In Carlos Estevez
The Reds are among the teams with interest in free agent reliever Carlos Estévez, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Blue Jays and Yankees have also been tied to the All-Star righty this offseason. Estévez is one of the better unsigned relievers. The 32-year-old has been a reliable back-end option for the Angels and Phillies over the last two years. Estévez turned in … [Read more...] about Reds Have Interest In Carlos Estevez
MLBTR Podcast: Brent Rooker’s Extension, Gavin Lux, And Catching Up On The Holiday Transactions
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Tim Dierkes of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Athletics and Brent … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Brent Rooker’s Extension, Gavin Lux, And Catching Up On The Holiday Transactions
Reds Hire Simon Mathews As Assistant Pitching Coach
The Reds informed reporters (including Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer) that they’ve hired Simon Mathews as assistant pitching coach. That is expected to round out Terry Francona’s first staff in Cincinnati. Mathews, 29, pitched at Georgetown and Temple. He spent three years pitching in the Angels system before moving into coaching. Mathews has worked for the Reds … [Read more...] about Reds Hire Simon Mathews As Assistant Pitching Coach