"when you trade pitchers you've got to go (back)fill them somehow. We all know how it works, where you run out of innings at some point in the season, guys get hurt, things happen."
"That's a hard one to actually say, 'Hey, we're going to trade the guy that has a chance to be the ace of your staff and top-of-the-rotation guy going into the postseason.' We're looking to figure out how to get better, but right now that's not on the table."
"remain open to the possibility if the return improves them for the present and future,"
Cincinnati's strong 2025 starting rotation drove the team's return to the playoffs and has prompted trade inquiries from rival clubs. The Reds indicate openness to trades only if incoming return improves the club immediately and long term, but high asking prices may deter suitors. Front office leaders emphasized the need to replace innings when trading pitchers and cautioned about running out of depth through injuries or fatigue. Key starters carry significant team control or extensions, reducing likelihood of deals. A free-agent-eligible pitcher has been discussed as a potential chip, though the club reportedly seeks both a MLB-ready starter and a bat in return.
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