Here's Why the Cincinnati Reds Should Sign Jason Heyward

This would give the Reds' outfield a boost!

Aug 20, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Jason Heyward (23) hits a three-run home run in the eighth inning as Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (29) watches at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports / Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The Cincinnati Reds should try to sign former All-Star outfielder Jason Heyward. The Dodgers released the veteran on Monday after he cleared waivers.

The Reds just played Santiago Espinal in right field. The Reds outfield production has been abysmal this season. They have also lacked a veteran presence in their locker room.

Heyward checks all of these boxes. He's a former All-Star. He's won five Gold Glove Awards.

He isn’t the elite outfielder he used to be. His statistics will not just completely floor you. He does have an OPS+ of 91, compared to Will Benson’s 80. This would afford time for Benson to sit and learn from a great player.

Plus, we’d be able to stop seeing infielders thrust into outfield duty. Heyward makes a lot of sense for the Reds.

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