Carter Graham reflects on breakout season with Reds
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 5:06 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Carter Graham, a first baseman for the Cincinnati Reds, attributed his breakout season to a revised hitting approach under the guidance of hitting coach Troy Gingrich. After hitting.322 in High-A Dayton, he continued to excel in Double-A Chattanooga, finishing the season with a.300 average, 29 home runs, and 93 RBIs across 126 games. He is currently competing in the Arizona Fall League, where he's had a slow start with three hits in 23 at-bats. With eligibility for the Rule 5 Draft approaching, the Reds face a decision regarding his inclusion on the 40-man roster.
- •Graham hit.300 with 29 home runs this season.
- •He currently plays for the Peoria Javelinas in the Fall League.
- •His hitting approach improved significantly this year.
- •Graham is eligible for the Rule 5 Draft this offseason.
- •Cincinnati needs to add him to the 40-man roster by Nov. 17.
- 5:06 AMYahoo Sports — Carter Graham Explains What Changed in Breakout Reds Season
"A late-blooming bat in the Reds farm system gave credit for his big year and now waits on a roster decision this offseason.
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