Mar 4, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds left fielder Stuart Fairchild is unable to make a leaping catch at the wall against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Signs With Cleveland Guardians

Originally posted on Cincinnati Reds on SI
By Greg Kuffner | Last updated Dec 20, 2025 4:15 PM ET

Former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Stuart Fairchild has agreed to a minor league deal with the Cleveland Guardians. The deal includes a non-roster invite to spring training.

Fairchild played for the Reds from 2022 to 2024 before being traded to the Atlanta Braves at the end of spring training last season.

In his three seasons with Cincinnati, Fairchild slashed 232/.316/.403 with 18 home runs and 23 stolen bases in 229 games. Fairchild has always been known for his defense and has hit pretty well against left-handed pitching throughout his career.

In 2025, Fairchild appeared in 28 games with the Braves before being picked up by the Rays. However, he never played a game for Tampa Bay after suffering a right oblique strain in July. The Rays designated him for assignment in November.

Fairchild was drafted in the second round of the 2017 MLB Draft by the Reds. He made his Major League debut on July 6, 2021, against the Colorado Rockies.

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

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