Cincinnati Reds: Three possible trade scenarios if Marcell Ozuna signs

If the Cincinnati Reds do indeed sign Marcell Ozuna, expect the front office to start wheeling and dealing. These three trades may make the most sense.

The Cincinnati Reds, despite signing Shogo Akiyama, are still rumored in the hunt for outfielder Marcell Ozuna. If Ozuna and Cincinnati agree on a long-term deal, several players on the Reds roster suddenly become potential trade chips. With the front office’s pledge to make a return to postseason in 2020, what trades might the Reds make if Ozuna is added to the roster?

The Reds may very well be the favorites to win the NL Central based on the moves they’ve made this winter. Adding to that is the lack of moves being made by every other team in the division. With the exception of the Milwaukee Brewers, it appears as though the Reds other rivals within the National League Central are looking to shed salary.

Dormant for the past several seasons, the Reds front office has been very proactive this offseason, adding the likes of Akiyama, Mike Moustakas, and Wade Miley. The latest rumor, suggesting Cincinnati is still interested in Ozuna, only confirms the claims laid out by Nick Krall and Dick Williams before the start of the offseason; the Reds want to win in 2020.

Adding Marcell Ozuna will certainly help in that regard, but it would also allow Cincinnati to use some their assets to improve the team even more. Adding Ozuna would only add to the gridlock that already exists in the Reds outfield. Might some of those on the 40-man roster or within the minor leagues be moved to secure some pieces to help the team succeed next season? Let’s explore a few trade ideas.