The Cincinnati Reds made a sneaky good addition that could have a strong impact on the pitching staff in the second half of the season. The Reds signed left-handed pitcher Wade Miley to a minor league contract.
Inks MiLB deal with Cincinnati
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How Cincinnati Reds' signing of Wade Miley provides sneaky value for competitive rotation
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Sources: Reds sign lefty Wade Miley to minors deal
Reds' Wade Miley: Inks MiLB deal with Cincinnati
The Reds signed Miley (elbow) to a minor-league contract Wednesday that includes an invitation to spring training, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Miley underwent a hybrid UCL repair on his left elbow last May but is hoping to be ready to contribute at the major-league level but late April or early May of this season.
It was reported earlier this offseason that the Reds had an interest in free-agent reliever Carlos Estevez. Estevez signed a two-year deal with the Royals on Wednesday. He posted a 3.90 ERA with 31 saves and a plus 27.
The San Francisco Giants have traded left-hander Taylor Rogers to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for minor-league right-handed reliever Braxton Roxby, according to multiple reports.
Read the breaking news story from the ESPN contributor Jeff Passan
The Reds have added five established major leaguers from outside the organization to their roster and four were in the postseason last year.
Celebrating Black History Month, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum, Joe Nuxhall Way, Downtown. Museum attendees can take a self-guided tour to explore artifacts and exhibit elements significant to African American history. $15, $13 ages 60-up and ages 13-18, free ages 12-under. reds.com.
New Cincinnati Reds outfielder Austin Hays is a slightly above-average big-league hitter in his career with good splits against left-handed pitchers.
As the MLB offseason continues, the Giants and Reds have completed a trade that sends former all-star Taylor Rogers to Cincinnati.
The Giants will save $6 million by trading Rogers but aren't expected to spend that money on external additions this offseason.
The Cincinnati Reds are reportedly bringing back a familiar face to the organization on a minor league contract.
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