The Reds signed Hampson to a minor-league contract Dec. 29. The Reds were one of three teams that Hampson spent time with in the majors in 2025, though he managed just a .419 OPS over 62 games between the three stops. The 31-year-old Hampson will likely begin the 2026 season at Triple-A Louisville, where he will give the Reds utility depth.
Garrett Hampson: Everything you need to know
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Status
ACTIVESTATS
Garrett Hampson Game Log 2026
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Preseason Totals 42453002320490111
Garrett Hampson Player Profile
Team
Cincinnati Reds
Birthdate
10/10/1994 (31)
Status
MIN
HT/WT
5'10", 196 lbs
Draft Info
2016: Rd 3; Pk 4 (COL)
Birthplace
Reno, NV, USA
Position
2B
College
Long Beach State
Career History
Cincinnati Reds
2025-Present
(2 seasons)
St. Louis Cardinals
2025-2025
(1 season)
Arizona Diamondbacks
2025-2025
(1 season)
Kansas City Royals
2024-2025
(1 season)
Miami Marlins
2023-2024
(1 season)
Colorado Rockies
2018-2023
(5 seasons)
Garrett Hampson: Breaking News
Released by St. Louis
The Cardinals released Hampson on Thursday. Hampson passed through waivers after being designated for assignment and is now a free agent. The utility player has slashed just .143/.250/.169 over 91 plate appearances between the Diamondbacks, Reds and Cardinals this season.
Booted off 40-man roster
The Cardinals designated Hampson for assignment Monday. Hampson was claimed off waivers from the Reds in late June but received only five starts and 35 plate appearances during his time in St. Louis. He'll now go through the waivers process again after losing his spot on the Cardinals' 40-man roster.
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