Cincinnati Reds: Three prospects who might be traded

1. Reds top infield prospect Jonathan India could be on the move.

If the Reds want to get the most bang for their buck, Jonathan India may be one their best prospects to be shipped out of town. According to MLB Pipeline, India ranks as the third-best prospect in Cincinnati’s farm system and the team’s best young infielder. India was taken in the first round of the 2018 MLB Draft.

This is less about India’s production, which hasn’t been all that great, but rather the position he plays. India’s ready and waiting for his big break, but given the recent promotion of José García, he may have to wait a bit longer. India’s primary position is third base, which is obviously locked down by one of the Reds best players, Eugenio Suárez.

Beyond Suárez, the Reds have Mike Moustakas at the ready in the event an injury occurs. There’s also do-everything utility man Kyle Farmer available to fill in at third base on occasion. Even Nick Senzel, who was further along than India at this point in his professional career, had to move to the outfield in order to find a spot on the team’s roster.

Jonathan India just seems like he’s blocked at virtually every position. With Suárez, García and Moustakas occupying the infield for the foreseeable future, it’s hard to envision India breaking into the bigs anytime soon. His inability to find a permanent home on the major league roster may be the biggest reason that India becomes available in trade discussions.