The Cincinnati Reds have announced a new signing. JJ Bleday, an outfielder with the Athletics, has agreed to a one-year, $1.4 million contract with the Reds for the 2026 season. In announcing the signing, the Reds said that the 28-year-old was a versatile player who could play all three outfield positions.

The Reds have made a trade with the Miami Marlins to add to their outfield depth. Earlier Saturday, the Reds signed outfielder J.J. Bleday to a one-year $1.4 million deal to add a left-handed bat. Now,

Miami's decision to move on from Myers was surprising, but they were able to acquire outfielder Ethan O'Donnell as part of the deal. O'Donnell was the Reds' No. 18 overall prospect in 2025. The Reds are likely not done making moves. They would like to compete in 2026, and adding a few more bats to the lineup should be their priority.

The #Reds today signed OF JJ Bleday to a one-year Major League contract and designated for assignment RHP Keegan Thompson.

The Cincinnati Reds have signed 17-year-old pitcher, David Mendoza to a minor league deal and assigned him to their Dominican Summer League roster. Mendoza is a right-handed pitcher from Venezuela, but aside from that, there is not much information available about the 17-year-old.

The Cincinnati Reds have signed former first round draft pick outfielder JJ Bleday to a one year 1.4 million dollar contract.

Austin Konenski of Sportsnaut listed the Cincinnati Reds as a potential landing spot for Chisholm, which would pair the slugger next to Elly De La Cruz in the infield.