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Reds’ Eugenio Suarez, Emilio Pagan among players heading to free agency after contract decisions

The Cincinnati Reds’ offseason is officially underway, and Eugenio Suarez and Emilio Pagan are both heading to free agency after a flurry of contract decisions. Pagan declined his $10 million player option for 2027, while the Reds declined their end…

By Miguel La Torre · Clutch Points

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 6:05 AM

Key Things to Know

Emilio Pagan declined his $10 million player option with the Cincinnati Reds to enter free agency.
The Reds declined their end of mutual contract options on Eugenio Suarez and Pierce Johnson.
Pagan recorded a 3.38 ERA and converted 17 post-All-Star break save opportunities in 2026.

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Cincinnati Reds pitcher Emilio Pagan declined his $10 million player option for 2027 to become a free agent. Simultaneously, the club declined its end of mutual options for third baseman Eugenio Suarez and relief pitcher Pierce Johnson, sending both players into free agency as well following contract decisions reported by The Cincinnati Enquirer.

Pagan opted out after finishing the 2026 season with a 3.38 ERA, converting 17 straight save chances following the All-Star break. Suarez enters the open market after batting .212 with 26 home runs, while Johnson posted a 4.62 ERA. The departures free up financial flexibility for manager Terry Francona's roster.

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Reds’ Eugenio Suarez, Emilio Pagan among players heading to free agency after contract decisions

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