The Cincinnati Reds signed Jeremy Hermida to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training.
A lefthanded hitting outfielder was on general manager, Walt Jockety's shopping list. Scott Podsednik and incumbent Laynce Nix were the most likely free agents to fit the bill.
Jockety signed Hermida to fill the lefthanded hitting spot on the bench.
Hermida was Florida's first pick (11th) overall in the 2002 draft. He has been in the majors six seasons with 2010 split between Boston and Oakland. He was limited to 73 games and wasn't effective.
He has shown some power in the past. From 2007 thru 2009 he hit 18,17 and 13 home runs respectively in the Marlins spacious home. His power numbers should improve with Great American Ball Parks cozy right field. He has averaged .259 in his brief career with his best season at .293 in 484 at bats during 2007.
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About Me
- Gary Schatz
- I am a freelance writer. I've covered the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals and others since 1992. I have a background in sales as well. I've sold consumer electronics, advertising and consumer package goods for companies ranging from the now defunct Circuit City to Procter&Gamble. I have worked as a stats operator for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, the College of Mount St. Joe and Colerain High School.
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