Reds Ink RHP Keegan Thompson to 1-Year MLB Contract
The Cincinnati Reds have made significant moves during the offseason, including signing right-handed pitcher Keegan Thompson to a one-year Major League Baseball (MLB) contract. This announcement comes after the team completed a trade and preparations for the new season.
Details of Keegan Thompson’s Contract
Keegan Thompson, 30, joins the Reds after spending his entire professional career with the Chicago Cubs. He was signed as a third-round draft pick in 2017 and has played a total of 104 games at the MLB level, including 23 starts. His most productive season was in 2022, where he completed 115 innings with a record of 10-5 and an impressive 3.76 earned run average (ERA).
Performance Overview
- 2022 Record: 10-5
- 2022 Innings Pitched: 115
- 2022 ERA: 3.76
- 2025 Stats in Triple-A Iowa Cubs: 6-2, 4.50 ERA in 35 appearances
In 2025, Thompson played for the Triple-A Iowa Cubs after being removed from the Cubs’ 40-man roster earlier in the year. He demonstrated capability with a solid record and performance, indicating potential contributions to the Reds’ roster.
Recent Transactions by the Reds
In addition to signing Thompson, the Reds recently traded infielder/outfielder Ryan Vilade to the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations. Vilade, who joined Cincinnati as a waiver claim from the St. Louis Cardinals, recorded just one appearance for the Reds before being moved.
Current Roster Changes
The Reds began the offseason with five free agents, including outfielder Miguel Andujar and pitcher Wade Miley. Additionally, right-handers Zack Littell, Nick Martinez, and Emilio Pagán entered free agency. Ian Gibaut and Santiago Espinal also opted to become free agents after refusing outright assignments to Triple-A Louisville.
These movements signal the Reds’ commitment to restructuring their team for the upcoming season. The addition of Keegan Thompson may bolster their pitching staff significantly.
