Getty CINCINNATI, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 02: Emilio Pagan #15 of the Cincinnati Reds throws a pitch during the 7-3 win against the San Diego Padres at Great American Ball Park on September 02, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
The Cincinnati Reds have big news on Emilio Pagan, and it’s not positive. Pagan has declined his $ 10 million player option for 2027 and will become a free agent, according to Francys Romero.
Pagan (age 35) had a solid 2026 campaign with the Reds, posting a 5-1 record, a 3.38 ERA in 45 games
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