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Reds Designate Jeimer Candelario for Assignment After Reinstatement

Nick Krall labeled Candelario a sunk cost to free a roster spot for infielders delivering more consistent offense

Apr 19, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Jeimer Candelario (3) hits a double during the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Cincinnati reinstated the veteran infielder from the 10-day injured list Monday before immediately designating him for assignment.
  • Candelario is halfway through a three-year, $45 million contract signed before the 2024 season.
  • He slashed .113 with two homers and 13 RBIs in 22 games prior to landing on the injured list with a lower back issue.
  • During a 17-game minor league rehab stint, Candelario batted .238 with one homer and 13 RBIs, but it wasn’t enough to hold his major league roster spot.
  • The Reds plan to rely on Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Noelvi Marte and Spencer Steer to shore up their infield moving forward.