Eugenio Suarez is officially returning to the Cincinnati Reds. He has signed a one-year contract worth $15 million, according to a report by ESPN’s Jeff Passan. This deal also includes a mutual option for the 2027 season.
Background on Eugenio Suarez
Suarez, a 34-year-old third baseman, has had an eventful career in Major League Baseball. After being traded from the Arizona Diamondbacks back to the Seattle Mariners, he now looks forward to rejoining the Reds.
Career Highlights
- Major League Home Runs: 325
- Career RBIs: 949
- All-Star Appearances: 2
- Most Home Runs since 2017: 287
In the 2025 season, Suarez ranked fifth in the league by hitting 49 home runs and achieving a career-high of 118 RBIs. His strong performance continued into the postseason, where he contributed significantly to the Mariners’ playoff run, which ended in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS).
Tenure with the Reds
Suarez enjoyed a successful seven-year stint with the Reds from 2015 to 2021. During this time, he hit a total of 189 home runs and drove in 524 runs, boasting a batting average of .253 with an on-base percentage of .335 and slugging .476.
Future with the Reds
In his return, Suarez is expected to primarily serve as the designated hitter. Two-time Gold Glove winner Ke’Bryan Hayes will handle third base, allowing Suarez to focus on his hitting prowess.
Suarez’s journey began with the Detroit Tigers in 2014. He was traded to the Reds that offseason before moving to Seattle in March 2022. Throughout his 12-year career, he has made a name for himself as a powerful hitter and a reliable player. His return to the Reds is anticipated to be impactful as he brings his extensive experience and skills back to Cincinnati.
