Cincinnati Reds evaluate future of Ke’Bryan Hayes at third base
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:59 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Cincinnati Reds are assessing whether to retain Ke’Bryan Hayes at third base for 2027. Since joining the Reds from the Pittsburgh Pirates, Hayes has excelled defensively but has struggled offensively, posting the lowest runs created plus in the league. Despite his continued underperformance and a chronic back issue, sources suggest the team may offer him another chance next season. This decision impacts young player Sal Stewart, who has been relegated to first base due to Hayes' presence at third.
- •Reds acquired Ke’Bryan Hayes from Pirates last summer.
- •Hayes has the lowest offensive metrics among MLB players this season.
- •Injury issues have affected Hayes' performance since his time in Pittsburgh.
- •Reds likely to give Hayes another opportunity in 2027.
- •Sal Stewart's development could be impacted by Hayes' role.
- 5:59 PMYahoo Sports — Will the Cincinnati Reds really stick with Ke’Bryan Hayes for 2027?
"Will the Reds really stick with him at 3B for another year?
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