I have warmed up to the idea of trading for Realmuto. He would make the offense much more powerful, and while it is no way a financial behemoth, now may be a prudent time to cash in on Tucker's contract while it seems like a good deal. There are a handful of contenders looking for solid catching help (LAD, Cleveland, NYM, BOS), and only a couple of guys available as free agents. And we all watched Grandal's defensive meltdowns in the playoffs, which only boosts the appeal of Tucker.
I really like the idea of speeding up the competitive window with the proposed LA deal, Realmuto trade, and potential spending in the FA market. If one or both of these deals go down soon, we may just see the Reds develop a bit of shine, which could lure one of the 2nd tier FA guys like Keuchel/Gonzalez or a Pollack. Though the cost may be Taylor Trammell, you'll be getting a very competitive team around Votto while he can still put up MVP numbers.
And if Tucker isn't flipped to LAD, I'd love to loosen up the Mets' OF glut and bring Nimmo in to man CF.