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Reds, Brackman finalize 1-year deal

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Associated Press Updated 11:15 AM Thursday, January 5, 2012

CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Reds and right-hander Andrew Brackman finalized a one-year deal on Wednesday, uniting him with his hometown team.

Brackman was the New York Yankees' first-round pick in 2007 even though they knew he needed reconstructive elbow surgery. He had the operation nine days after signing. He went 15-29 in 58 starts and 31 relief appearances in the minors from 2009-11 with a 5.11 ERA.

The Yankees called up the 6-foot-10 Brackman last September and he pitched in three games. They declined his contract option after the season.

Brackman would be paid $500,000 by the Reds if he's in the major leagues and $480,000 if he's in the minors. The Reds also announced that their pitchers and catchers will report and have their first spring training workout in Goodyear, Ariz., on Feb. 19. The rest of the squad will report and work out on Feb. 24.

The Reds also confirmed the signing of P.J. Phillips, the younger brother of second baseman Brandon Phillips.

P.J., a shortstop, played for six years in the Angels organization, but never made it above Class A.

Also Wednesday, the Reds said they are still chatting with Francisco Cordero about returning as their closer, but his agent, Bean Stringfellow, said two other clubs are also interested.

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