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Teams who are contacting the Cincinnati Reds appear to be offering prospects in exchange for a starter. The Reds, however, are looking to win now.

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Miami Marlins pulled off a trade that could result in a talented player becoming available for the Cincinnati Reds.

The Cincinnati Reds signed JJ Bleday and traded for Dane Myers, but the front office may not be done upgrading the outfield this offseason.

Cincinnati Reds rookie Sal Stewart has slimmed down this offseason, and he could threaten Matt McLain's job at second base.

Are the Cincinnati Reds focusing on pitching and defense rather than power? After signing JJ Bleday and trading for Dane Myers, the answer might be, yes.

The Reds' acquisitions of JJ Bleday and Dane Myers likely spell the end of Gavin Lux in left field, forcing the veteran to reinvent himself to find a role.

The Cincinnati Reds cut both Lyon Richardson and Keegan Thompson from the 40-man roster, meaning the front office' focus may now shift to the bullpen.

The pressure is on the Cincinnati Reds to get proactive at extending their young core before it's too late.

The Cincinnati Reds want more offense, but prospect cost matters. Jeff McNeil's trade package raises an uncomfortable question for the front office.

After signing JJ Bleday, Will Benson's tenure with the Cincinnati Reds could be all but over. Might the Reds look to DFA the former first-round pick?