Spencer Steer is a key part of this Reds team and over the years, his versatility has been a plus. However, in 2025, he played primarily first base. <\/p>\n
Steer played 117 games at first base, 10 games in left field, one game in right field, and was the designated hitter in 17 games. <\/p>\n
He excelled at first base defensively, being named a finalist for the National League Gold Glove award with six Outs Above Average. <\/p>\n
With Sal Stewart playing mostly first base after being called up, it appears the Reds will look to utilize Steer’s versatility more in 2026. <\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve talked a bit about Spencer being able to move back to the outfield a little bit more,” Meador told Charie Goldsmith at the GM Meetings.<\/a> “Maybe more around second base. That\u2019s something he likes to do. He enjoys doing it. He\u2019s also so good at first base. How we add to our team may change some of that. We could move some guys around.\u201d<\/p>\n While it’s nice that Steer can play lots of positions, the only position at which he’s a plus defender is first base. <\/p>\n The 27-year-old slashed .238\/.312\/.411 with 44 extra-base hits, including 21 home runs, last season. <\/p>\n Steer’s defensive versatility gives the Reds options, but this certainly shouldn’t be used as an excuse not to go out and acquire legitimate outfield talent in free agency or via a trade. The Reds cannot afford to simply run it back with much of the same roster. <\/p>\n Make sure you bookmark Cincinnati Reds Talk<\/a> for the latest news, exclusive interviews, and daily coverage of the Cincinnati Reds!<\/p>\n You May Also Like:<\/p>\n Reds Infielder Matt McLain Reflects on Frustrating Season After Wild Card Series Loss<\/a><\/p>\n One Under-The-Radar Reds Prospect Participating in Arizona Fall League<\/a><\/p>\n Cincinnati Reds on Wrong Side of History After Another Postseason Loss<\/a><\/p>\n Former Cincinnati Reds All-Star Removed From Braves\u2019 40-Man Roster<\/a><\/p>\n Exclusive Interview With Cincinnati Reds Minor League All-Star<\/a><\/p>\n Cincinnati Reds Squander Chances in Season-Ending Loss to Dodgers<\/a><\/p>\n Sal Stewart Makes Reds History in Game 2 of National League Wild Card Series<\/a><\/p>\n Former Reds Pitcher Gets Out of Bases-Loaded Jam for Yankees, Has Epic Reaction<\/a><\/p>\n MLB Analyst Suggests Reds’ Ace Hunter Greene Was Tipping Pitches Against Dodgers<\/a><\/p>\n Cincinnati Reds Ace Hunter Greene Make Major League Baseball History<\/a><\/p>\n Cincinnati Reds Utility Player Elects Free Agency<\/a><\/p>\n Four Cincinnati Reds Players Nominated For All-MLB Team<\/a><\/p>\n Reds Become First Team Ever to Reach Playoffs Without Meeting These Statistical Marks<\/a><\/p>\n Brent Suter Does Impression of Terry Francona After Reds Clinch Playoff Berth<\/a><\/p>\n Milwaukee Brewers Show Pure Class After Cincinnati Reds Clinch Playoff Spot<\/a><\/p>\n Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Designated for Assignment<\/a><\/p>\n Former Cincinnati Reds Fan Favorite Claimed By Atlanta Braves<\/a><\/p>\n Cincinnati Reds Sign Former Wake Forest Pitcher to Minor League Deal<\/a><\/p>\n Cincinnati Reds Sign Former George Mason Pitcher to Minor League Deal<\/a><\/p>\n —–<\/p>\n Follow Cincinnati Reds on SI on Twitter\/X: @RedsTalkSI<\/a><\/p>\n Like Our Facebook Page<\/a><\/p>\n Subscribe and follow the ONLY Daily Reds Podcast<\/a><\/p>\n