New Cincinnati Reds Utility Player Connor Joe to Wear No. 17

The Reds traded for Joe on Friday.

Feb 26, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres infielder Connor Joe (24) doubles in the second inning during a Spring Training game against the Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images | Allan Henry-Imagn Images

On Friday, the Reds acquired Connor Joe from the San Diego Padres for relief pitcher Andrew Moore.

Joe is in the lineup batting ninth and playing left field in Saturday's game against the Houston Astros. He will wear number 17.

Stuart Fairchild was the last Red to wear number 17.

Joe can play both the infield and outfield and has been above average against left-handed pitching throughout his career.

"He's a guy that can play first and the outfield," Reds manager Terry Francona told reporters on Friday. He's kind of a veteran bat that has a good reputation. I've always kind of liked him. I am thrilled we picked him up."

The 32-year-old slashed .267/.405/.350 in 16 games for the Padres Triple-A team.

INF/OF Connor Joe (@cojo__18) will wear number 17. Last worn by OF Stuart Fairchild in 2024. #Reds pic.twitter.com/QUIjtRa1nW

— MLB Jersey Numbers (@NumbersMLB) May 10, 2025

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