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The Reds are bringing back left-handed reliever Alex Young on a minor league deal, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. The Wasserman client gets a non-roster invite to MLB camp.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 20

Ex-Mets Relief Pitcher Signs Minor League Deal With Reds

A former New York Mets bullpen piece is on the move. After finishing the 2024 season in Queens, southpaw Alex Young is returning to the Cincinnati Reds on a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training; MLB insider Jon Heyman of the New York Post was the first to report the signing.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 20

The Reds Sign Familiar Face to Minor League Deal

The Reds have signed Alex Young to a minor league deal with a spring training invite, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Young spent all of 2023 with the Reds and pitched in three games in 2024 before being traded to the Giants for Austin Slater.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 26

Mets Left-Handed Reliever Viewed As Free Agent Target for Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs will be in the mix for a left-handed reliever this winter. There are many available, and depending on the price they're willing to pay, the Cubs will have options.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / November 22

Mets nontender Grant Hartwig, Alex Ramirez, and Alex Young

The team tendered contracts to all other eligible players. The Mets have non-tendered three players at tonight’s non-tender deadline; RHP Grant Hartwig, OF Alex Ramirez, and LHP Alex Young.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / September 30

Mets recall Joey Lucchesi, option Alex Young

The churve returns in game 2. Having clinched a playoff spot with a victory in the first of two games played today at Truist Park, the Mets decided to sit Luis Severino to save him for the Wild Card series.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / September 1

Mets call up veteran left-handed reliever

The year’s ninth month is upon us, and in a surprising twist, the New York Mets are in the thick of the wild-card race and currently find themselves just two games back of the Atlanta Braves for the final spot.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 1

New York Mets Promote Two Veterans for September Call-Ups

After weeks of speculation, the New York Mets have decided which two players to call up as rosters expand for September. During Saturday’s postgame interview, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed that veteran left-hander Alex Young would be the team’s extra pitcher.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / August 31

Mets to add Pablo Reyes and Alex Young to expanded roster

It’s not the most exciting move the team could make with rosters expanding. With rosters set to expand to 28 players on Sunday, the Mets are planning to call up 30-year-old utility player Pablo Reyes and 30-year-old left-handed reliever Alex Young.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 31

MMO Roundtable: Who Should The Mets Two September Call-Ups Be?

September’s almost here. Can you even believe it?! As we inch closer to the end of the season, you know we had to take a look at potential call-ups. Here’s who we think the Mets’ two September call-ups should be.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 10

Mets Activate Reed Garrett, Option Alex Young

The New York Mets have activated Reed Garrett from the injured list. In a corresponding move, Alex Young was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse. Garrett has been sidelined since July 10 with right elbow inflammation.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / July 24

Bullpen Brilliant in the Bronx

Phew! The Mets bullpen passed the baton from Alex Young to Dedniel Núñez to Phil Maton to Jake Diekman to survive a 3-2 thriller before 47,453 stunned onlookers Tuesday at Yankee Stadium.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / July 24

Mets lose promising young starter to the 15-day injured list

Although the New York Mets’ play throughout the 2024 campaign has been inconsistent at times, one thing has remained consistent: injuries just keep happening.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Mets seemingly spoil Giants’ plan in move to address bullpen woes

The New York Mets announced Wednesday that they’ve claimed left-hander Alex Young off waivers from the San Francisco Giants and optioned him to Triple-A Syracuse.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / July 17

Mets Claim Veteran Reliever To Bolster Bullpen

The New York Mets claimed left-handed reliever Alex Young off waivers from the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday. New York immediately optioned him to Triple-A and designated fellow southpaw Tyler Jay for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 17

Mets Claim Intriguing Veteran Reliever From NL Wild Card Competitor

The New York Mets made a minor, but intriguing, pitching transaction Wednesday when the organization claimed left-handed pitcher Alex Young off waivers from the San Francisco Giants.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 8

Here's What Newly Acquired Austin Slater Brings to the Cincinnati Reds' Outfield

The Cincinnati Reds added outfield depth when they traded for Austin Slater on Monday morning. They gave up left-handed relief pitcher Alex Young to land the veteran.

MLB News / Red Reporter / July 8

Reds acquire OF Austin Slater from Giants in exchange for LHP Alex Young

Outfield depth for the depleted roster! The last two days saw the Cincinnati Reds place Jake Fraley on the Family Emergency List and Nick Martini on the 10-day Injured List, the latter likely out for some time after injuring a thumb sliding in to 2B.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 8

Giants trade with Reds to reunite with former reliever

The San Francisco Giants may have a sub .500 record at 44-47, but they are still in the thick of the National League wild card race, as they sit just 3.5 games behind the San Diego Padres for the third and final spot.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 2

Cincinnati Reds Roster Moves 5/2

The Cincinnati Reds enter play today three and a half games back in the Central with a 16-15 record. In their recent three-game series, they are coming off a series loss to the San Diego Padres.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / April 24

Cincinnati Reds Roster Moves 4/24

The Cincinnati Reds are 13-10 heading into game three of four against the Philadelphia Phillies. They lost the first game of the series but won last night 8-1.

Cincinnati Reds News / Last Word On Sports / March 15

Cincinnati Reds Add Veteran Arm To Bullpen

The Cincinnati Reds will sign Justin Wilson to a one-year, $1.5 million contract, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. The deal comes with $1 million worth of incentives and likely cements Wilson’s spot in the Opening Day bullpen.

Cincinnati Reds News / Fastball on SI / March 15

Cincinnati Reds Reliever Suffers Setback, Will Start Season on Injured List

Cincinnati Reds left-handed pitcher Alex Young is set to start the season on the injured list, manager David Bell told reporters Friday. Young, who showed up to Spring Training with some lingering back tightness, suffered a setback after making his Cactus League debut on Wednesday.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 11, 2024

Cincinnati Reds sign Alex Young to Avoid Arbitration

The Cincinnati Reds have signed Alex Young to a one year, $1.16 million contract to avoid arbitration according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. This is the first year that Young is eligible for arbitration.