Reds Reveal New Jersey Numbers for Two Key Players in 2026

The Reds have revealed new uniform numbers for two more players for the 2026 season. Recently, it was announced that Noelvi Marte is changing his number from 16 to 4, and Luis Mey is switching from 62 to 47.

It has been announced that Sal Stewart will have a new jersey number for the 2026 season. He will be wearing the number 27, switching from 43. Notable players who wore that number include Jake Fraley, Trevor Bauer, and Phillip Ervin.

Caleb Ferguson will wear number 46, according to MLB Jersey Numbers on 𝕏. Ferguson signed with the Reds on a one-year deal for a $4.5 million contract. Recent players to wear 46 include Ryan Vilade, Buck Farmer, Pedro Stroup, and Kevin Gausman.

Stewart had an incredible season in 2025, climbing from Double-A to the Major Leagues and becoming the Reds' number-one prospect. In the Minors, Stewart slashed a career-best .309/.383/.524. He had career highs in home runs (20), RBIs (80), doubles (34), and hits (135). He had a hit and a run scored in his first game with the Reds on Labor Day and transitioned to first base with minimal experience. He is considered to be a candidate for Rookie of the Year in 2026.

Ferguson split time between Pittsburgh and Seattle in 2025. The Columbus, Ohio native finished with a 5-4 record, 3.58 ERA, 2.32 strikeout-to-walk ratio, and a 1.16 WHIP in a career-high 70 games. In his career, he has posted a 3.66 ERA and a 1.27 WHIP over seven seasons. He provides the Reds with much-needed depth in the bullpen and another left-handed option alongside Sam Moll.

Sal Stewart will wear No. 27 for the #Reds in 2026.

Last five Reds to wear No. 27:
• OF Jake Fraley (2022-25)
• INF Mike Freeman (2021)
• RHP Trevor Bauer (2019-20)
• OF Matt Kemp (2019)
• OF Phillip Ervin (2017-18)
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