Aug 16, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley (27) falls after a play in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Former Reds Outfielder Has High Praise for Organization After Departure

Originally posted on Cincinnati Reds on SI
By Greg Kuffner | Last updated Aug 29, 2025 10:31 AM ET

Jake Fraley was designated for assignment by the Reds earlier this month.

He spoke with YouTube reporter Tyler Boronski earlier this week about his time with the Reds and had nothing but good things to say about the organization.

"It was hard," Fraley said. "My kids grew up there. It's not often you get the blessing to be able to stay in one place for four years. I got nothing but respect for everybody over there. I kind of established myself as a big leaguer in Cincy so they hold a special part in me and my family's heart."

Fraley also had good things to say about manager Terry Francona.

"It was awesome," Fraley said. "He's a Hall of Fame manager for a reason. Tremendous feel. He's been doing it for a long time, so it was a blessing to be able to play for a guy like that."

Fraley went 3-5 with a double in his first game with Atlanta.

Fraley and his family have always been a class act in Cincinnati. You can watch the full interview below: