The Reds have hired Mike Napoli for an unspecified role ... the 2016 Indians team that fell just short of winning the World Series. Napoli hit .239/.335/.465 with 34 homers in 645 plate appearance ...

Napoli was with the Cubs from 2020-2024 and was their first base coach from 2022-2024. He played for current Reds manager Terry Francona while with the Guardians in 2016.