Overview

• Hayes began his Reds tenure 3-for-12 at the plate over three games after the July 30 deadline trade.
• He ranks first among MLB third basemen with 16 Defensive Runs Saved and has +15 Outs Above Average this season.
• Cincinnati assumed Hayes’ eight-year, $70 million contract, including a $7 million salary in 2025, under club control through 2030.
• Jim Bowden of The Athletic and other analysts labeled Cincinnati’s acquisition the worst deadline move due to offensive concerns and payroll risk.
• Pittsburgh, having acquired reliever Taylor Rogers, prospect Sammy Stafura and cash, plans to promote Jared Triolo at third and may flip Rogers’ expiring deal.