Cincinnati Reds Target Carlos Estevez Agrees to Two-Year Deal with Royals

The Reds and Estevez reportedly had talks this offseason.
Oct 6, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Carlos Estevez (53) pitches in the eighth inning against the New York Mets during game two of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Oct 6, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Carlos Estevez (53) pitches in the eighth inning against the New York Mets during game two of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images / Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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It was reported earlier this offseason that the Reds had an interest in free-agent reliever Carlos Estevez.

Estevez signed a two-year deal with the Royals on Wednesday.

He posted a 3.90 ERA with 31 saves and a plus 27.8% strikeout rate for the Angels in 2023. He was off to an even stronger start last year, posting a 2.38 ERA prior to the trade line. That dipped to 2.57 after the Angels traded him to the Phillies.

The Reds filled their bullpen need by trading for Taylor Rodgers on Wednesday.

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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.