Reds' Hernan Iribarren: Returns to Reds on NRI deal

Iribarren agreed to a minor league contract with the Reds that includes an invitation to spring training, C. Trent Rosecrans of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

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Iribarren reached the majors for the first time since 2009 last season and played surprisingly well, batting .311 in 45 at-bats with Cincinnati. He'll return to try and garner a reserve utility role out of spring training, although it'll be tough for a 32-year-old journeyman to swipe a 40-man roster spot while the Reds are trying to rebuild with younger pieces.