The Cincinnati Reds have made a strategic move by acquiring left-handed reliever Taylor Rogers from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for minor league pitcher Braxton Roxby. Rogers, 34, had a productive season with the Giants, recording a 2.40 ERA across 64 appearances, along with 64 strikeouts in 60 innings. His career spans several teams, including the Minnesota Twins and the San Diego Padres, demonstrating his reliability on the mound.

In contrast, Braxton Roxby, who is approaching his 26th birthday, struggled last season with a 5.21 ERA in 39 games for Double-A Chattanooga, prompting the Reds to let him go. Additionally, the Reds designated Owen White for assignment after a lackluster performance in 2023.