Reds Seek Bats

Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports reports that the Reds are actively seeking right-handed hitting, especially after losing out on Mark DeRosa to the rival Cardnals. Here are a few options for the Reds, who could improve at third base, shortstop and left field: They have considered dealing for Josh Willingham. Ty Wigginton could fit their needs as well. Adding Matt Holliday would be huge for the Reds, but he'd command the biggest return of all. Gary Matthews Jr. could fit in Cincy if the Angels are willing to pay a considerable portion of his contract. The Angels would likely want relief help in return. Since the Red Sox may be prepared to eat a considerable portion of Julio Lugo's salary, the Reds could consider dealing for him and asking for Boston to pay most of his $9MM salary.