Cincinnati Reds
NL Central
The Mariners have signed infielder/outfielder Connor Joe to a minor-league deal. (Source: Mariners PR on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Joe's minors' pact includes an invite to MLB spring training. Joe had a solid run between the Rockies and Pirates from 2021-2024 but struggled mightily in limited big-league action in 2025, hitting just .186 without a homer in 80 plate appearances between the Padres and Reds.
Category: Transactions
Graham Ashcraft won his arbitration hearing against the Cincinnati Reds and will make $1.75 million in 2026. The Reds came in at $1.25 million. (Source: Mark Feinsand on X)
Fantasy Impact: Used exclusively as a starter his first three seasons in Cincinnati, Ashcraft was used strictly out of the bullpen last year. The righthander went 8-5 with a 3.99 ERA in 62 appearances, striking out 64 batters in 65.1 innings. Ashcraft has a 4.76 ERA in 393.1 career innings with the Reds. He'll be used in a middle relief/setup role in 2026.
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