Cincinnati Reds prospect Alex Blandino split the year between Double-A Pensacola and Triple-A Louisville, but re-established himself as a prospect in 2017.
Cincinnati Reds prospect Andy Sugilio had a breakout year for the Billings Mustangs in 2017. The outfielder hit .345 and stole 20 bases during the season.
The Cincinnati Reds drafted outfielder Stuart Fairchild out of Wake Forest with the 38th overall pick in 2017. He was then assigned to the Billings Mustangs.
The Cincinnati Reds signed Cuban infielder Jose Garcia in June - spending $10M in the process as they wrapped up their big international haul of players.