Updated Feb. 1,2026,8:12 p.m. ET
Suárez Returns to Cincinnati on One-Year Deal
Former All-Star Eugenio Suárez is heading back to the Reds, agreeing to a $15 million contract with a club option for 2027.
- Eugenio Suárez has reached an agreement with the cincinnati Reds for one year, with a mutual option for a second.
- The deal is worth $15 million, offering financial stability for both player and team.
- Suárez previously played seven seasons with the Reds, becoming a fan favorite known for his power hitting.
- He’s expected to primarily play designated hitter for Cincinnati.
Cincinnati Reds fans have a familiar face returning to the lineup. Infielder Eugenio Suárez and the Reds agreed to a one-year, $15 million contract, which includes a mutual option for the 2027 season, as confirmed by Gordon Wittenmyer. it’s a homecoming for Suárez, who thrilled fans with his power hitting during his first stint with the team from 2015 to 2021.
A Powerhouse Returns to the Queen City
Suárez, a free agent after the 2025 season, is anticipated to see the majority of his playing time as a designated hitter for the Reds. The veteran slugger brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving in runs. He’s a player who can instantly impact a lineup, and his return is sure to energize the Cincinnati fanbase.
The 2019 season saw Suárez reach his peak with the Reds, blasting a career-high 49 home runs. He matched that career high last season, hitting 36 home runs for the Arizona Diamondbacks and adding another 13 for the Seattle mariners after a mid-season trade. That trade sent him to Seattle in exchange for Hunter
