Reds rumors: Why Ken Rosenthal is watching Cincinnati ahead of trade deadline

The Cincinnati Reds are hovering around .500 this season, showing flashes of offensive firepower but struggling with consistency—especially against top teams like the Cleveland Guardians. Baseball insider Ken Rosenthal is keeping a close eye on them as the trade deadline approaches, hinting they might be active buyers or sellers depending on how their shaky roster holds up. Their reliance on young stars like Elly De La Cruz could force tough decisions.