Cincinnati Reds Sign Outfielder Austin Hays to a One-Year Deal

Hays played in 85 games for the Phillies and Orioles last season.
Sep 27, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA;  Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Austin Hays (9) rounds the bases during the eighth inning after hitting a home run against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: James A. Pittman-Imagn Images
Sep 27, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Austin Hays (9) rounds the bases during the eighth inning after hitting a home run against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: James A. Pittman-Imagn Images / James A. Pittman-Imagn Images
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The Reds have been looking to add an outfield bat all offseason long, and they have finally done that, signing outfielder Austin Hays to one-year, $5 million contract according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

The deal includes $1 million in incentives.

Hays slashed .255/.303/.396 with 23 extra-base hits in 85 games last season with the Phillies and the Orioles.

The right-hander exceeds against left-handed pitching, slashing .277/.331/.469 with 73 extra-base hits over his career.

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Greg Kuffner
GREG KUFFNER

Greg Kuffner a contributor to Reds On SI. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati and worked for the Sports Information Department during his time as a student. He follows all things Reds year round, including the minor league system.