Reds Coaxing Scott Rolen Out Of Retirement

First-year manager Bryan Price wants the Reds to get back to their aggressive ways on the basepaths.

Price pointed out how the Reds won a lot of games in 2010 with aggressive baserunning.  He pointed out that Scott Rolen led them.  The Reds went first to third one singles more times than any team in baseball.  Rolen was a leader on that team.

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Rolen retired after the 2012 season to spend more time at home with his wife and children.

Price revealed the Reds' interest in Rolen's return as a coach.

"We want Scott to be part of our organization," Price said.

 "His presence is a positive thing.  Scott would be an outstanding influence.  We made an effort to bring him in and keep him involved with the Reds."

Rolen is receptive to the Reds' offer since it would not be a full time commitment.  He wants to stay home with his family.

"We're not sure where he would fit in," Price said.  "Scheduling is the biggest challenge. He is making a strong commitment to being a dad and a husband.  There is going to be a way to make it work."