The Cincinnati Reds have traded Jonathan India and Joey Wiemer to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for right-handed pitcher Brady Singer. The Reds will be gaining a youthful right-hander at 28 years old who will be interesting to see perform. This trade was speculated earlier this week and was discussed on MLB Hot Stove by hosts Matt Vasgersian and Harold Reynolds. India, who is just 27, recorded an impressive BB % that ranked 5th-best in MLB this past season. India also won the Rookie of the Year award in 2021 with the Reds while also being a former first-round pick.
Breaking: The Royals have traded Brady Singer to the Reds for Jonathan India, source tells ESPN.
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While India and Singer are now on separate teams, they have a history together. They both attended the University of Florida, where they were teammates from 2016-2018. They flourished in college baseball, winning the World Series in 2017. In addition, they both could be chosen as first-round picks in 2018.
Royals Acquire Leadoff Man And Outfielder From Reds
What India, Singer, And Weimer Will Offer
The Royals have bolstered their lineup and have acquired their leadoff man, setting the tone for the 2025 season. Since India joined the Reds in 2021, he has showcased leadership, moxie, and earnestness through strong efforts to be a positional player. While India is a second-baseman, he has experience in multiple positions. He can also play first, third, designated hitter, and left field. India will be missed in a Reds uniform, as he wore it with dignity.
With his young age, India is not done showcasing his talent. Singer sported a 9-13 record with a 3.71 ERA along with 170 strikeouts across 179.2 innings pitched. Singer also has five years of experience in MLB and showcased a decent 2024 season overall. Looking at Wiemer, a 25-year-old outfielder who played for the Milwaukee Brewers in 2023. He can provide potential as a former top-100 prospect. In addition, he could even possibly get the opportunity to play center field.
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