Archive · 27 Dec 2025
Cincinnati Reds Sign JJ Bleday
The Cincinnati Reds have signed JJ Bleday, a 28-year-old outfielder, to a major league contract.
Bleday was a free agent after the Athletics did not offer him a new contract.
He will play for the Reds for at least three years and has the potential to hit home runs.
The Reds can also send him to their minor league team if needed.
This is a good deal for the Reds because they get a player who can help them score more runs without much risk.
The Cincinnati Reds signed JJ Bleday to a major league contract, adding depth to their outfield.
Bleday, a 28-year-old outfielder, was a free agent after being non-tendered by the Athletics in November.
He offers the Reds a left-handed hitter with power potential and three years of team control through arbitration.
The contract includes a minor league option, allowing the Reds to develop him further if needed.
Bleday is represented by Excel Sports Management.
- Who
- JJ Bleday, a 28-year-old outfielder, and the Cincinnati Reds
- What
- The Cincinnati Reds signed JJ Bleday to a major league contract
- When
- After being non-tendered by the Athletics in November
- Where
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Why
- To add depth to their outfield and gain a left-handed hitter with power potential and team control
- Player Name
- JJ Bleday
- Team
- Cincinnati Reds
- Position
- Outfielder
- Age
- 28
- Representation
- Excel Sports Management
- Contract Type
- Major League
- Team Control
- Three years through arbitration, plus a minor league option