Rather Than Promoting Veteran to Majors, Cincinnati Reds Opt to Release Veteran Power Hitter

Ford opted out of his contract this week.

Author:
James Rapien
May 04, 2024

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CINCINNATI — The Reds decided to release veteran Mike Ford according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network.

Ford opted out of his minor league contract earlier this week, which meant Cincinnati could retain him by signing him by calling him up to the majors. Instead, the Reds decided to move on from the veteran.

Ford posted a .297 batting average in Triple-A Louisville with six home runs, 15 RBI and a .381 on-base percentage in 91 at-bats. It's a bit surprising that they didn't retain him, given his production at the plate for the Bats.

The Reds plan to release Mike Ford today after he opted out of his deal two days ago. They had the option to retain him by calling him up but apparently decided against it.
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) May 4, 2024