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The Cubs had played a bit better after the All-Star break in 2022, but were still far out of first place, or indeed, any contention. They had picked up Franmil Reyes on waivers from the Guardians in early August.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / July 16

Former Major League Slugger, Who Hit 37 Homers in 2019, to Partake in Japanese Home Run Derby

Franmil Reyes, who spent parts of six years with the San Diego Padres, Cleveland Guardians, Kansas City Royals and Chicago Cubs, is continuing to obliterate baseballs in Japan, and he will partake in the NPB Home Run Derby over the league's All-Star break.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / October 24, 2024

Former San Diego Padres, Cleveland Guardians Slugger to Stay in Japan For 2025 Season

According to a report from MLBTradeRumors, former San Diego Padres and Cleveland Guardians slugger Franmil Reyes has signed a one-year deal to return back to Japan for the 2025 season.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / January 8, 2024

Former Guardians Player Signs With Japanese Professional Team

Just over a month ago, former Cleveland Guardians slugger Franmil Reyes expressed interest in returning to Cleveland. But the next chapter of his professional baseball career will not be with the Guardians.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 8, 2024

Former Padres Slugger Close To Signing In Japan, Per Reports

Franmil Reyes took a big leap as a 16-year-old when he signed with the San Diego Padres as an amateur out of the Dominican Republic. Now, he's prepared to take another big leap overseas.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 8, 2024

Prodigious Home Run Hitter Set to Take His Power to Japan

Prodigious slugger Franmil Reyes, who has played in the big leagues for the Cleveland Guardians, San Diego Padres and Kansas City Royals, is set to head to Japan to continue his career.

MLB News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 28, 2023

Report: Franmil Reyes Drawing Interest From Guardians, Multiple MLB Teams

Who doesn't love a good comeback story? They sure do make sports more exciting to watch. There could be a resurgence on the horizon for a once-promising talent in the Cleveland Guardians organization. MLB Inside and journalist Héctor Gómez reported that Franmil Reyes is drawing interest from MLB organizations and Japanese teams as well.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8, 2022

Cubs claim DH/OF Franmil Reyes off waivers from Guardians

Chicago Cubs claim DH/OF Franmil Reyes off waivers from Cleveland Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians confirmed ahead of Saturday's 4-1 home win over the Houston Astros that they had designated outfielder and designated hitter Franmil

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Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / August 6, 2022

Guardians designate DH/OF Franmil Reyes for assignment

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Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / June 17, 2022

DH Franmil Reyes on track to return to Guardians next week

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