Former Cincinnati Reds first-round pick Austin Hendrick has become a free agent, according to reports on November 4, 2026.
Hendrick, selected by the Reds in the first round of the MLB Draft, spent time with the Chattanooga Lookouts, the team's Double-A affiliate, during the 2026 season. A photo from September 2, 2026, shows him batting for the Lookouts against the Knoxville Smokies.
The move to free agency opens the door for Hendrick to sign with any organization for the 2027 season.
