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Cincinnati Reds News and Rumors

Associated Press, ESPN.com

Reds outfielder Ryan Ludwick became a free agent Wednesday after declining his $5 million contract option for next season, looking for a bigger deal after his strong second half played a big role in Cincinnati winning the NL Central title.

Mark Sheldon, MLB.com

On Wednesday, Reds left fielder Ryan Ludwick declined his end of a $5 million mutual option for 2013 and became a free agent.