Four Players the Reds Should Absolutely Trade Today

Starting pitching is always in high demand around the deadline. While rental pitchers have not gone for much so far this season, the Reds need to try to get what they can for Singer. He's a starter who takes the mound every five days and has pitched really well since the start of June.

In June, Singer had an ERA of 3.08 and in July, he had an ERA of 2.37.

Singer will definitely have suitors and the Reds need to take advantage of that with his contract expiring at the end of this year.

Tyler Stephenson

Tyler Stephenson has been on an absolute tear at the plate. Since June 21, he has a wRC+ of 177 and is slashing .353/.433/.600 with 13 extra-base hits, including four home runs.

Stephenson, like Singer, is also on an expiring deal. He is one of the best catchers available on the market and the Reds need to capitalize on that. If they want him back in 2027, which I think they should, they can still sign him back in the offseason. While that rarely happens, it doesn't mean it can't.

Stephenson is one of the bigger assets they have that they might realistically move. Holding onto him would be a mistake.

Brock Burke

The Reds acquired Brock Burke in the Gavin Lux trade during the offseason. Burke has been fantastic for the Reds this season. In 56 games, Burke has an ERA of 2.52 and has been one of Cincinnati's most reliable relievers.

While rental relievers often don't go for a ton, if the Reds don't plan to resign him, they should move him and hope to hit on a prospect or two.

Nathaniel Lowe

The Reds brought in Nathaniel Lowe on a minor league deal in Spring Training. He made the team and has been a fantastic addition to the team.

In 251 plate appearances against right-handed pitchers, Lowe is slashing .286/.363/.522 with 29 extra-base hits, including 12 home runs.

If the Reds can get anything in return for Lowe, it would be a huge win after signing him to a minor league deal.

While it's never fun to see your team sell at the trade deadline, it's the right move for the future, especially when the odds of reaching the postseason sit at just 2%.