Oct 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) hits a single against the Toronto Blue Jays in the second inning during game seven of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Eugenio Suárez Gets Unexpected Welcome From New Reds Teammate

Originally posted on Cincinnati Reds on SI
By Greg Kuffner | Last updated Feb 3, 2026 8:22 PM ET

Eugenio Suarez spoke to the media on Tuesday afternoon for the first time since signing a one-year, $15 million deal with the Cincinnati Reds.

When asked which teammates he’s heard from so far, Suárez shared an unexpected welcome that stood out.

“I got a text from Emilio Pagán. I never played with him before, but he reached out and welcomed me right away. He sent really good words, and that means a lot. When your teammates want you here and are happy for you, it means a lot. I also got texts from Elly and Emilio, and I always talk with other guys like Tomás Vera and Fred Benavides.”

Pagan has been a fantastic addition to the Reds' clubhouse and he has embraced the city of Cincinnati in every way possible.

It’s a pretty cool gesture to be one of the first teammates to reach out and welcome someone when you’ve never even shared a clubhouse before. The Reds are lucky to have a presence and leader like Pagán in that room.

This article first appeared on Cincinnati Reds on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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