Why the Reds shouldn’t replace Ke’Bryan Hayes in free agency

Ke'Bryan Hayes is struggling offensively for the Reds with a .419 OPS this past season after hitting just .141 in 94 games, and while some have suggested signing free agent Alec Bohm to replace him, the team already has better internal options. Sal Stewart performed well at the plate last season and can play third base, while Spencer Steer, who hit significantly better than Bohm in 2026, is expected to return healthy for spring training after wrist surgery. Given the Reds' limited spending capacity and numerous other roster needs, using resources on a third baseman replacement makes little sense when capable alternatives already exist on the roster.

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