Former Dodgers player Aimed Rosario has been released by the Cincinnati Reds after the return of key players from injury.
The Reds made room on their roster for Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Matt Mlan, who were reactivated after long injury spells.
Rosario’s contract ended earlier than expected due to this release, marking him as a free agent.
He began the season with the Tampa Bay Rays before being acquired by the Dodgers mid-season to bolster their roster amid injuries.
Despite his versatility and potential to fill multiple positions, Rosario’s playing time diminished as key players like Mookie Betts, Max Muncy, and Tommy Edman returned from injuries.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the difficulty of the decision to release Rosario, emphasizing the need to prioritize a complete lineup.
In his brief time with the Dodgers, Rosario played in five games, recording three hits in 11 at-bats, including a double, a stolen base, and two RBIs.