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Reds re-sign veteran catcher Ramon Hernandez

Ramon Hernandez, the Reds catcher, tags out David Wright, of the Mets, at home plate on opening day 2009. Hernandez has re-signed with the Reds for 2010.

Ron Alvey/Staff photo by Ron Alvey Ramon Hernandez, the Reds catcher, tags out David Wright, of the Mets, at home plate on opening day 2009. Hernandez has re-signed with the Reds for 2010.

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Updated 2:33 PM Monday, November 16, 2009

CINCINNATI - The Cincinnati Reds and catcher Ramon Hernandez have agreed to terms on a 1-year contract through the 2010 season with an option for 2011, according to a press release from the team.

Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

"We're very happy to have Ramon back for next season," said Walt Jocketty, the Reds' President of Baseball Operations and General Manager. "He provides us with stability behind the plate, both offensively and defensively. Last season he showed his versatility by playing first base for an extended period of time. Re-signing him was a priority for us this off-season."

In 81 games last season Hernandez hit .258 with 13 doubles, 5 HR and 37 RBI. With Joey Votto on the disabled list in June, Hernandez started at first base in 18 of the Reds’ 21 games. From July 20-September 18 he missed 57 games while on the disabled list with a left knee injury that required surgery.

On December 9 of last year Hernandez was acquired from the Baltimore Orioles, along with cash, in exchange for IF/OF Ryan Freel and minor leaguers IF Justin Turner and IF Brandon Waring. While with the Orioles he had signed a contract through the 2009 season with a club option for 2010.

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Sure, he's not the star everyone was hoping for, but RH does a good job of hitting the ball where it's pitched and doesn't K much. He should be a good fit in the 6 or 7 hole. At least they didn't bring back Bako! Likewise, if he's healthy and having a good yr, maybe they can move him at the deadline and add another young prospect?

MAC
3:44 AM, 11/19/2009

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Yes, the pieces necessary are numerous-leave some of the pieces out, and we don't compete. Two catchers are needed and one can also play first and even third base, if needed. That adds to our depth. Be nice Brar...

Believe It Or Not
1:29 AM, 11/19/2009

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SoS... different day. The only difference betwen Hernandez & Hanigan is that @ least Hernandez has a better stick, although not all that much better. & OBTW... he signed for $3M. Doesn't matter what the Reds' payroll is. They're gonna be doing the SoS, different day next season as well. I'll make my prediction now instead of waiting until Spring Training.... the Reds WILL NOT finish @ or over .500 again in 2010. WRITE IT DOWN!

Pete
12:27 PM, 11/18/2009

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The Reds getting serious? By signing an over-the- hill catcher that nobody else wants? HAHAHA! No THAT is funny! What Shane posted is best...when they dump Baker...

BrarHopper
2:19 AM, 11/18/2009

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The Reds just might be getting serious.

Believe It Or Not
11:12 PM, 11/17/2009

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