Cincinnati, OH -- (Sports Network) - The Cincinnati Reds hired former Anaheim Angels and Seattle Mariners general manager Bill Bavasi as a special assistant Friday.

Bavasi, 50, will advise and assist president of baseball operations and general manager Walt Jocketty in matters related to the front office, major league field and support personnel and scouting.

"We're excited Bill has joined our organization," Jocketty said. "Over his career of more than 30 years, he has worked in almost every facet of baseball operations. We will benefit from his experience and insights."

Bavasi was the vice president/general manager for the Angels from 1994-99 and executive vice president and general manager of baseball operations for the Mariners from November 7, 2003 through June 15 of this season.