Reds sign versatile speedster who has played for 6 MLB teams originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Cincinnati Reds are giving themselves more options as spring approaches.

The Reds have signed Emilio Pagan, left-hander Caleb Ferguson, and now Johnson to sure up their bullpen heading into the 2026 season. Johnson has pitched for the Braves, the San Diego Padres, the Colorado Rockies, San Francisco Giants, and Chicago Cubs over his eight-year MLB career.

After a season in the Brewers' organization, the southpaw stays in the NL Central. Visit MLB Trade Rumors for more on the Cards' latest move.

Red Sox trade for Cardinals 1B Willson Contreras Trade details: Red Sox receive Contreras and $8 million to cover $41 million remaining on his contract; Cardinals receive RHP Hunter Dobbins, RHP Yhoiker Fajardo and RHP Blake Aita

The Pirates signed Noah Davis to a minor league deal earlier this week, as per Davis’ MLB.com profile page.  The right-hander elected minor league free agency in October, qualifying for the status due to multiple career outright assignments and not being added back to the Twins’ 40-man roster after being outrighted in September.

The Boston Red Sox had been pushing this offseason to re-sign infielder Alex Bregman. That effort failed, as Bregman signed a free agent deal with the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. Without Bregman on the roster, it appears Boston may be facing a dire situation.

The Marlins signed Jesus Tinoco to a minor league deal earlier this week, according to the right-hander's MLB.com profile page.

The Reds have added first baseman Michael Toglia on a minor league deal, according to his MLB transactions log. The 27-year-old was non-tendered by the Rockies in late November.

Cincinnati Reds Add to Organizational Pitching Depth, Sign Familiar Face Brandon Leibrandt to Minor League Deal