Reds rivals might be biggest threats to reunion with D-backs star Eugenio Suárez

As the MLB trade deadline moves closer, the third base market is heating up — and so is Eugenio Suárez. The former Cincinnati Reds slugger is one of the most sought-after names available, and for good reason. He’s not only rediscovered his power this season, but he also offers the kind of leadership that contenders crave.

Naturally, the Reds have been linked to a potential reunion. Suárez was a fan favorite in Cincinnati, beloved for his big personality and even bigger home runs. And the fit makes a lot of sense.

The Reds rank 28th in MLB in wRC+ from the third base position this season, with just a 62 mark to show for it. They’re starved for production at the hot corner, and Suárez could fill that void while aiding in a playoff push.

Reunion with Eugeino Suárez requires Reds to outbid Cubs and Brewers

Here’s the problem — the Reds aren’t the only team eyeing Suárez. In fact, two of the most serious threats to their potential reunion are teams standing directly in their way. The Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers.

Both division rivals are dealing with the same issue — a glaring hole at third base. The Cubs, shockingly, sit dead last in wRC+ at the position. The Brewers aren’t faring much better, checking in at 24th. That means all three NL Central contenders are in the same boat, scanning the market for help — and Suárez is hands down the best bat available at the position.

To make matters worse for Cincinnati, both the Cubs and Brewers are fully capable of making aggressive plays. The Cubs, in particular, have made it clear they’re going for it all this season. If Suárez becomes a realistic target, it’s safe to say they’ll do everything in their power to beat their division rivals to the punch.

That leaves the Reds in a precarious position. While Suárez might prefer a return to the Queen City if sentimentality played any role, unfortunately, that’s rarely how deadline deals work. It’s not up to the player. It’s about which team picks up the phone and makes the strongest offer.

And make no mistake — Suárez is giving teams every reason to call. Since returning from the All-Star break, he’s gone nuclear at the plate. In a three-game set against the Cardinals, Suárez launched four home runs in the final two games, giving him back-to-back multi-homer performances. He then launched another against the Houston Astros on Monday. His OPS is climbing, his confidence is visible, and his trade value is skyrocketing.

Arizona, who seems on the fence between buying and selling, may not be able to ignore the calls much longer. And if the D-backs decide to sell, the bidding war for Suárez will be fierce.

The Reds have the prospect capital to make it happen. With their division rivals circling and Suárez surging, standing pat might not just mean losing out on a reunion — it could mean watching him power a rival into a deep postseason run.

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