LF,DH - Chicago White Sox
- Age 30
- Jacksonville
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
2026 Outlook
- Draft Rank (ECR)
- H #241
- Best / Worst
- #195 / #249
- ADP
- #432
Eligibility
- Yahoo
- LF
- ESPN
- LF,DH
- CBS
- LF,DH
Availability
Austin Hays and the White Sox are in agreement on a deal.
Fantasy Impact
The details of the contract are not clear, but Hays looks set to join the White Sox as an everyday corner outfielder. He hit 15 home runs with a .768 OPS in 2025 with the Reds.
Free agent Austin Hays is continuing to draw interest from several teams.
Fantasy Impact
Per Heyman, the Cardinals, Yankees and Mets are among many teams who’ve maintained contact with Hays. It appears he could be signed soon after Cody Bellinger.
The Mets “have some interest” in free agent OF Austin Hays.
Fantasy Impact
Hays previously drew some interest from the Royals earlier in December. He slashed .266/.315/.453 with 15 home runs with the Reds last season. He figures to hold a depth role where ever he ends up.
The Royals have expressed interest in free agent OF Austin Hays.
Fantasy Impact
Kansas City has also shown interest in Mike Yastrzemski. Hays hit .266 with 15 home runs across 103 games played last season with the Reds.
The Reds declined their $12 million mutual option on OF Austin Hays for 2026.
Fantasy Impact
Hays appeared in 103 games this past season as he dealt with multiple injuries. He should draw some interest in free agency.
