Trending Last-Minute Deal: Star Reliever Carlos Estévez Signs with Cincinnati Reds on Three-Year Deal, as Reds announce caravan appearances…See Details

January 11, 2025 Sports Gist MLB 0

In a surprising late-offseason move, the Cincinnati Reds have secured one of the most coveted relief pitchers on the market, signing right-hander Carlos Estévez to a three-year contract worth $29 million. The deal comes as a thrilling surprise to Reds fans, who were hoping for a splash in the bullpen heading into the 2025 season.

Estévez, 31, has been a standout reliever over the past few seasons, with a fastball that consistently hits the high 90s and an ability to close out games with confidence. After spending the last several seasons with the Los Angeles Angels, the Dominican native emerged as one of the most reliable late-inning arms in the league. Over his career, Estévez has accumulated 60 saves, a sub-3.00 ERA, and has been known for his strong strikeout rate.

This addition strengthens a Reds bullpen that has been a source of instability in recent years. With Estévez joining the fold, the Reds hope to solidify their late-game pitching and potentially compete for a playoff spot in an increasingly competitive National League Central.

The signing comes at a crucial moment, and fans are eager to see how Estévez’s presence will impact the Reds’ bullpen as the season approaches.

Reds announce caravan appearances

Reds announce caravan appearances:

Saturday, Jan. 18

Dayton, OH – National Museum of the United States Air Force (10 a.m.)
Broadcaster Tommy Thrall, President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall, outfielder Stuart Fairchild, minor league infielder Sammy Stafura, minor league pitcher Nestor Lorant, minor league catcher Alfredo Duno and Mr. Red

Lima, OH – Apollo Career Center (2:30 p.m.)
Broadcaster Tommy Thrall, President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall, outfielder Stuart Fairchild, hitting coach Chris Valaika, minor league infielder Sammy Stafura, minor league pitcher Nestor Lorant, minor league catcher Alfredo Duno and Mr. Red

Sunday, Jan. 19

Indianapolis, IN – Dallara Indycar Factory (10:30 a.m.)
Senior Vice President & General Manager Brad Meador, pitching coach Derek Johnson, pitcher Alexis Diaz, outfielder Jacob Hurtubise, minor league infielder Sammy Stafura, minor league pitcher Nestor Lorant, minor league catcher Alfredo Duno, former Red Corky Miller, Broadcaster John Sadak and Gapper

Lawrenceburg, IN – Lawrenceburg Events Center (3 p.m.)
Senior Vice President & General Manager Brad Meador, pitching coach Derek Johnson, pitcher Alexis Diaz, minor league infielder Sammy Stafura, minor league pitcher Nestor Lorant, minor league catcher Alfredo Duno, former Red Corky Miller, Broadcaster John Sadak and Gapper

Monday, Jan. 20
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – National Day of Service (community service event)

Wednesday, Jan. 22

Wilmington, OH – Roberts Centre (6:30 p.m.)
Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman, President & CEO Phil Castellini, Vice President & Assistant GM Sam Grossman, pitcher Brent Suter, minor league pitcher Zach Maxwell, former Red Corky Miller and Mr. Redlegs

Thursday, Jan. 23
Columbus, OH – COSI (Atrium) (5:30 p.m.)
Senior Vice President & General Manager Brad Meador, broadcaster & former Red Jeff Brantley, pitcher Emilio Pagan, minor league infielder Cam Collier, minor league pitcher Chase Burns, Broadcaster Tommy Thrall and Rosie Red

Bloomington, IN –Monroe Convention Center (5:30 p.m.)
Vice President & Assistant GM Jeff Graupe, pitcher Andrew Abbott, infielder Santiago Espinal, minor league infielder Leo Balcazar, minor league pitcher Adam Serwinowski, former Red Todd Benzinger and Mr. Redlegs

Friday, Jan. 24

Fort Wayne, IN – Baker Street Centre (5:30 p.m.)
Vice President & Assistant GM Jeff Graupe, pitcher Andrew Abbott, infielder Santiago Espinal, minor league infielder Leo Balcazar, minor league pitcher Adam Serwinowski, former Red Todd Benzinger and Mr. Redlegs

Louisville, KY – Louisville Slugger Field (5:30 p.m.)
President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall, Manager Terry Francona, catcher Jose Trevino, outfielder Jacob Hurtubise, minor league infielder Cooper Bowman, former Red Corky Miller, Broadcaster Jim Day and Mr. Red

Charleston, WV – Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center – The Theatre (5:30 p.m.)
Senior Director of Player Development Jeremy Farrell, pitcher Carson Spiers, outfielder Blake Dunn, minor league infielder Sal Stewart, minor league pitcher Jose Franco and Gapper

Saturday, Jan. 25

Bowling Green, KY – National Corvette Museum (11:30 a.m. EDT/10:30 a.m. CDT)
President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall, Manager Terry Francona, catcher Jose Trevino, outfielder Jacob Hurtubise, minor league infielder Cooper Bowman, former Red Corky Miller, Broadcaster Jim Day and Mr. Red

Lexington, KY – Red Mile (4 p.m.)
President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall, Manager Terry Francona, catcher Jose Trevino, outfielder Jacob Hurtubise, minor league infielder Cooper Bowman, former Red Corky Miller, Broadcaster Jim Day and Mr. Reds

Huntington, WV – Huntington Mall (10 a.m.)
Senior Director of Player Development Jeremy Farrell, pitcher Carson Spiers, outfielder Blake Dunn, minor league infielder Sal Stewart, minor league pitcher Jose Franco and Gapper

Hamilton, OH – Spooky Nook Sports (3:30 p.m.)
Senior Director of Player Development Jeremy Farrell, pitcher Carson Spiers, outfielder Blake Dunn, minor league infielder Sal Stewart, minor league pitcher Jose Franco, Broadcaster Tommy Thrall and Gapper

*Please note that appearances and schedules are subject to change.

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