"The Reds made the postseason in a 162-game schedule for the first time in 12 years. They looked overmatched against the Dodgers and were swept out of the Wild Card Series. This year was a nice stepping stone, but the Reds need to add a couple bats to pull alongside the true best teams in the National League. Guaranteed Contracts Hunter Greene, RHP: $41MM through 2028 (including buyout of '29 club option)"
"The Reds ranked 14th in MLB with 4.42 runs per game. That's an underwhelming mark for a team that plays in one of the league's most favorable hitter's parks. They'll need to improve upon a .245/.315/.391 batting line. The offense should be the offseason priority, but their first couple decisions are in the bullpen. Cincinnati holds options on relievers Scott Barlow and Brent Suter."
"Closer Emilio Pagán hits the market following one of the best seasons of his career. Nick Martinez will again be a free agent after playing this year on a $21.05MM qualifying offer salary. If Pagán walks, the Reds could be in the market for a closer. They're not going to spend at the level it'd take to bring in , nor does a splash for Robert Suarez seem advisable given their needs on offense."
The Reds returned to the postseason for the first time in 12 years but were swept by the Dodgers in the Wild Card Series. The team ranked 14th in MLB at 4.42 runs per game and hit .245/.315/.391, signaling offense as the offseason priority. Financially, Hunter Greene is guaranteed $41MM through 2028 and the club faces $37.5MM in 2026 commitments and $105.5MM total future commitments. Cincinnati holds options on Scott Barlow and Brent Suter and may pay buyouts. Closer Emilio Pagán and Nick Martinez are free agents, and the club may seek bullpen and offensive upgrades.
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