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Reds Seek Offensive Boost, Target OF/IF Before Deadline

5/28/2026

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The Cincinnati Reds must add offensive talent before the trade deadline to stay in the postseason race.
Tim Kelly warned on May 18, 2026 that the lineup may regress, noting Eugenio Suárez has not hit a homer and Bleday’s .953 OPS may not last.
Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall said production at second and third base is needed and may add an outfielder and infielder before the deadline.

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The Cincinnati Reds must add offensive talent before the trade deadline to stay in the postseason race.
Tim Kelly warned on May 18, 2026 that the lineup may regress, noting Eugenio Suárez has not hit a homer and Bleday’s .953 OPS may not last.
Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall said production at second and third base is needed and may add an outfielder and infielder before the deadline.