New Cincinnat Reds manager Terry Francona holds his new jersey on stage with (left to right) team owner Bob Castellini, President of Baseball Operation, Nick Krall, and General Manager Brad Meador, during an event to introduce the new manager of the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

'We're Looking to Add Hitters' - Nick Krall Says Reds Plan to Make Big Addition to Lineup

Originally posted on Cincinnati Reds on SI
By James Rapien | Last updated Dec 4, 2024 4:54 PM ET

Are the Reds going to add a big bat to their lineup in free agency?

Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall made it clear that they're hoping to add a high-end player to to their roster in free agency or via trade.

“We’ve got a little bit of flexibility right now," Krall told Mark Sheldon on Monday. “We’re looking to add hitters to our club. Most likely it’s going to be an outfielder over an infielder, but I wouldn’t rule anything out just yet."

The Reds are hoping to bolster their lineup, but they want to get a well-rounded player.

“It’s the best position player you can get—being able to play defense and offense," Krall said.

Teoscar Hernandez is one of multiple veterans the Reds could pursue in free agency.

Check out Sheldon's entire conversation with Krall here.

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

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