Reds sign Oswaldo Cabrera to one-year, $1 million contract

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Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Reds sign Oswaldo Cabrera to one-year, $1 million contract
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The Cincinnati Reds have signed infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera to a one-year contract worth $1 million to avoid arbitration. The deal includes a $200,000 incentives package. Cabrera, a former Yankees prospect, has recently recovered from an ankle injury and performed well in limited appearances for the Reds. The Reds, who finished last in the NL Central with a 75-87 record, are expected to make minor roster moves before an anticipated labor lockout in December.

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  • •Cabrera's contract is worth $1 million and includes incentives.
  • •He went 4-for-13 with two doubles in four games for the Reds.
  • •Cincinnati finished the 2026 season with a 75-87 record.
  • •The Reds are focusing on internal moves before the potential lockout.
  • •Cabrera has fully recovered from a severe ankle injury suffered previously.
Latest Updates
  • 9:43 PMESPN MLB — O. Cabrera agrees to $1 million, 1-year deal with Reds
  • 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Reds secure early $1m signing of Oswaldo Cabrera to avoid arbitration
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The Cincinnati Reds' $1million deal with infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera includes a $200,000 incentives package.

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Former Yankees Infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera has agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract with the Reds.

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