Every team in baseball would covet a 26-year-old left handed slugger who has posted a 120 OPS+ with a .379 OBP over 249 career games. Jesse Winker is that player. Take into account he won’t hit free agency until the 2024 season, and the Cincinnati Reds can afford to go big-game hunting with Winker as the centerpiece.
While the Reds front office does some holiday shopping this week, there are several items on their wish list. A power-hitting corner outfielder, bullpen help, and starting pitching depth. The free agent market is always volatile. As a result, it may be time for Dick Williams and Nick Krall to get creative in trade talks.