Cincinnati Reds Claim Veteran Utility Man Dominic Smith from Boston Red Sox

Another late season addition to the Reds' roster.

Greg Kuffner | Aug 22, 2024

Aug 11, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox first baseman Dominic Smith (2) hits a single against the Houston Astros during the fifth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports / Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports

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Dominic Smith is a Cincinnati Red. The veteran is signing with the Reds after being designated for assignment by the Red Sox last week.

ESPN's Jeff Passan was the first to report the news.

Smith posted a .237/.317/.390 slash line with 34 RBI in 83 games for the Red Sox this season.

With Jeimer Candelario on the injured list, the Reds need a left-handed hitter with some versatility and Smith seems to fit that need.

The Reds continue to bolster their roster with less than six weeks remaining in the regular season. They added Amed Rosario earlier this week.

First baseman Dominic Smith is signing a major league deal with the Cincinnati Reds, sources tell ESPN. Smith was released by the Boston after serving as its primary 1B since May. Red Sox really liked him, but Triston Casas' return squeezed him out. Reds deal is pending physical.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) August 22, 2024