Summary
Michael Chavis, a former first-round draft pick by the Boston Red Sox, has signed a minor-league contract with the Cincinnati Reds. He aims to earn a spot on their major league team during spring training, but will likely start the season in Triple-A. Chavis has played various positions and is known for his strong performance against minor-league pitching.
Key Facts
- Michael Chavis was drafted 26th overall in the 2014 Major League Baseball Draft by the Boston Red Sox.
- Chavis has played in five partial seasons in Major League Baseball but last appeared in the majors in 2023.
- After being released by the Los Angeles Dodgers, he played for the Chunichi Dragons in Japan.
- Chavis has signed a minor-league deal with the Cincinnati Reds for the upcoming season.
- He will likely start in Triple-A Louisville but has a chance to compete for a major league roster spot.
- Chavis is 30 years old and has played first base, second base, third base, and in the outfield.
- His best offensive season was in 2019, when he hit 18 home runs.
- He has a strong record against Triple-A pitching with an .896 OPS in recent games before his release.
