Reds Acquire Rogers, Giants Cover Part of Salary

The Cincinnati Reds have bolstered their bullpen by acquiring left-handed reliever Taylor Rogers from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for minor league pitcher Braxton Roxby and cash considerations. Rogers, who posted a 2.40 ERA in 64 appearances last season, is in the final year of a three-year, $33 million contract, with the Giants covering $6 million of his $12 million salary. This move is considered a salary dump for the Giants, who are reducing their payroll, while the Reds gain a valuable asset in Rogers, known for his ability to generate ground balls and handle backend innings. With this addition, the Reds' bullpen now includes well-established pitchers like Alexis Díaz, Tony Santillan, and Brent Suter, making it more competitive. Braxton Roxby, a promising prospect with a high strikeout rate, could eventually make an impact in the majors after further development. The trade also means the Reds must clear roster spots for Rogers and newly signed outfielder Austin Hays.