With a little over 24 hours before the 2025 MLB trade deadline, the Cincinnati Reds have been linked to many possible trade scenarios to look to improve their roster for a playoff push. They made a move with a surprising trade partner on Wednesday afternoon.

The Cincinnati Reds failed to add a needed starter at the '23 deadline and missed the playoffs by 2 games. Why they doubled down on that strength now.

The Cincinnati Reds appear to be buyers at the trade deadline, as they acquired a starting pitcher from the Tampa Bay Rays.