The Cincinnati Reds are looking to make some additions this offseason in order to compete in 2020. Yesterday, the Reds added right-handed pitcher Justin Shafer and outfielder Nick Martini to the 40-man roster. In turn, right-hander Jimmy Herget was designated for assignment. While moving on from Herget wasn’t overly surprising, the same cannot be said for Brian O’Grady.
O’Grady, like Herget, was designated for assignment on Monday. For those unfamiliar, the Reds will have up to seven days to either trade the two players, release them, or place them on irrevocable waivers.