Reds make Eugenio Suárez and TJ Friedl decision that signals painful offseason ahead

The Cincinnati Reds placed Eugenio Suárez and TJ Friedl on outright waivers, making them available to any team willing to absorb their remaining salaries of approximately $3 million and $700,000 respectively. Both players have struggled significantly in 2026, with Suárez experiencing his worst MLB season and Friedl disappointing after a strong 2025, contributing to Cincinnati's 8-games-under-.500 record and near-zero playoff chances. The moves suggest the Reds will not exercise Suárez's mutual option or re-sign him, while Friedl will likely be non-tendered after the season. The decisions indicate more roster changes ahead as multiple other players have also underperformed this season.

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