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Anthony DeSclafani - R - Reds

Reds manager Bryan Price said that Anthony DeSclafani is "certainly one of the favorites to make our rotation."

As it stands right now, Tony Cingrani and DeSclafani look like the favorites to come away with the No. 4 and No. 5 spots, respectively. However, they'll face competition from Cuban Raisel Iglesias, David Holmberg, Dylan Axelrod and Jason Marquis. Acquired from the Marlins in the Mat Latos trade, DeSclafani struggled in his brief time in the majors in 2014 but boasts a career 3.23 ERA in the minors and has middle-of-the-rotation upside.
Source: Cincinnati Enquirer
Jan 25 - 9:52 AM
Joey Votto - 1B - Reds

Reds manager Bryan Price said Thursday that reports on Joey Votto's health have been "very, very good."

"Right now, we’re looking to hit the ground running when Joey gets to [Goodyear, Arizona]," said Price. "The last report when [strength and conditioning coach Sean Marohn] was up in Toronto earlier this month was very, very good." Votto missed 100 games in 2014 due to a distal quad strain, but he was nearing full health by the end of the regular season and is a strong bounceback candidate in 2015. The 31-year-old first baseman boasts an outstanding .310/.417/.533 career batting line.
Source: MLBlogs
Jan 22 - 10:31 AM
Scott Diamond - R - Reds

Darren Wolfson of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities hears Scott Diamond will throw a bullpen for the Red Sox.

Diamond split time between the Twins' and Reds' Triple-A affiliates, owning an ugly 6.57 ERA and 1.67 WHIP over 123 1/3 innings. The 28-year-old southpaw hasn't pitched in the majors since 2013. He would likely garner nothing more than a minor league deal with the BoSox.
Related: Red Sox
Source: Darren Wolfson on Twitter
Jan 21 - 10:03 PM
Jason Marquis - S - Reds

Reds signed RHP Jason Marquis to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Marquis struggled in 2014 at the Triple-A level and had a rough 4.05 ERA, 1.52 WHIP, and 72/68 K/BB ratio in 117 2/3 innings with the Padres in 2013. If he appears in a major league game for the Reds this summer, it'll likely be an emergency start. The 36-year-old right-hander hasn't been an effective big league pitcher since 2009.
Source: Jamie Ramsey on Twitter
Jan 21 - 6:36 PM
Aroldis Chapman - R - Reds

Aroldis Chapman requested $8.7 million and was offered $6.65 million from the Reds when arbitration figures were exchanged.

The flame-throwing southpaw is projected by MLBTradeRumors.com to earn $8.3 million through arbitration, which is much closer to Chapman's figure than the Reds. He has posted an elite 2.32 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 430/122 K/BB ratio through the first 252 2/3 innings of his career.
Source: Jon Heyman on Twitter
Jan 17 - 12:24 AM
Todd Frazier - 3B - Reds

Todd Frazier requested $5.7 million and was offered $3.9 million from the Reds when arbitration figures were exchanged.

However it plays out, Frazier will earn a significant raise over the $600,000 that he earned during a breakout 2014 season where he slashed .273/.336/.459 with 29 homers, 80 RBI and 20 stolen bases. MLBTradeRumors.com projects Frazier to earn $4.6 million, which is a bit closer to the Reds' figure.
Source: Kiley McDaniel on Twitter
Jan 16 - 10:21 PM
Devin Mesoraco - C - Reds

Devin Mesoraco requested $3.6 million and was offered $2.45 million by the Reds when arbitration figures were exchanged.

MLBTradeRumors.com projected Mesoraco to earn $2.8 million in his first year of arbitration. The two sides will try to close the gap in order to avoid a hearing next month.
Source: Mike Perchick on Twitter
Jan 16 - 6:02 PM
Mike Leake - S - Reds

Reds and RHP Mike Leake avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $9.775 million contract.

Leake was arbitration-eligible for a final time this winter. The solid right-hander posted a 3.70 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and a 164/50 K/BB ratio in 2014 and will be a big part of the Reds' rotation again in 2015.
Source: Mark Sheldon on Twitter
Jan 16 - 1:42 PM
Zack Cozart - SS - Reds

Reds and SS Zack Cozart avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2.35 million contract.

It's right at the $2.3 million MLBTradeRumors.com projected him to earn in his first year of arbitration. Cozart is a fine defensive shortstop, but his .568 OPS last season ranked dead-last among those who qualified for the batting title.
Source: Jon Heyman on Twitter
Jan 16 - 11:43 AM
Carlos Marmol - R - Reds

CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports that Carlos Marmol is "serious" about a comeback attempt.

He's pitched both in the Dominican and Venezuelan Winter Leagues this offseason. Marmol, 32, posted an 8.10 ERA over 15 appearances with the Marlins last season before being released. He then made three appearances for the Reds' Triple-A affiliate before leaving the team without permission. While he's a poor bet to ever be an impact bullpen arm again, someone will be willing to give Marmol a shot on a minor league deal.
Source: Jon Heyman on Twitter
Jan 12 - 7:57 PM
Keyvius Sampson - S - Reds

Reds claimed RHP Keyvius Sampson off waivers from the Padres.

Sampson was designated for assignment by the Padres last week. The 23-year-old posted an ugly 6.68 ERA and 1.74 WHIP across 91 2/3 innings at the Triple-A level last season, but Cincinnati is willing to take the chance on a rebound.
Jan 8 - 4:03 PM
Johnny Cueto - S - Reds

Jon Morosi of FOX Sports reports the Reds and Johnny Cueto have made no recent progress on a possible contract extension.

The Reds approached Cueto's agent at the Winter Meetings regarding an extension, but it appears those talks haven't gone anywhere. Cueto's agent, Bryce Dixon, is on record as saying the pitcher won't negotiate an extension during the season, so the two sides have until Opening Day to hammer something out. Cueto, 28, will be a free agent after this season, so any pre-free agency deal will be expensive.
Source: Jon Morosi on Twitter
Jan 7 - 7:42 PM
Marlon Byrd - OF - Reds

Reds acquired OF Marlon Byrd and cash considerations from the Phillies for RHP Ben Lively.

The deal is now official. The Reds have sent mixed signals to their fanbase with their activity this winter, but Byrd stands a good chance to remain productive in another hitter-friendly ballpark in Cincinnati. The 37-year-old has slugged 49 home runs over the past two seasons.
Wed, Dec 31, 2014 03:23:00 PM
Marlon Byrd - OF - Reds

FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal reports that the Reds are set to acquire Marlon Byrd from the Phillies.

FOX Sports' Jon Morosi wrote earlier this week that the two sides were close to an agreement before it fell apart, but they were ultimately able to get it done. Rosenthal hears that prospect right-hander Ben Lively is one of the players headed back to Philadelphia in the deal. The Phillies are expected to send cash to the Reds. Byrd, 37, amassed 25 home runs and 85 RBI in 2014 and has a good chance to continue to post solid power numbers in Cincinnati. He's owed $8 million in 2015 and has an $8 million vesting option for 2016.
Related: Reds
Source: Ken Rosenthal on Twitter
Wed, Dec 31, 2014 01:35:00 PM
Keyvius Sampson - S - Reds

Padres designated RHP Keyvius Sampson for assignment.

San Diego had to clear a 40-man roster spot for new reliever Shawn Kelley, who was acquired from the Yankees on Monday. Sampson, 23, posted an ugly 6.68 ERA and 1.74 WHIP in 91 2/3 innings this past season at Triple-A El Paso. He was a fourth-round pick in 2009.
Mon, Dec 29, 2014 03:39:00 PM

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