The Reds announced the signing of IF/OF Willie Harris to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.
The acquired Wilson Valdez in exchange for LHP Jeremy Horst. Valdez hit .249 for the Phillies in 99 games with one home run and 30 RBI in 99 games. Valdez played 2B, 3B, SS and pitched for the Phillies.
Valdez pitched and won the 19 inning game between the Reds and Phillies on May 25th. He pitched the top of the ninth inning retiring Joey Votto to lead off the inning. He hit Scott Rolen with a pitch then retired Jay Bruce and losing pitcher Carlos Fisher on fly outs.
Horst appeared in 12 games for the Reds and had a 2.93 ERA in 15 1/3 innings over 12 games.
The Reds also signed reliever Nick Masset to a two-year contract. Masset was eligible for arbitration.
Jose Arredondo is the only arbitration eligible player that remains unsigned.
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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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