offense

[Mitri]

If Castellanos plays anywhere close to this for another 45 games, I think he'll opt out. He could beat the 3/$52 remaining on the Reds deal. But what do I know, maybe he loves what Cincinnati offers. A lot depends on how this season plays out. If the Reds miss out on an expanded playoff and he's at home watching, he could decide to cut his losses and try a new contract. Let's not forget he could opt out after next season too. I don't know how the OF market looks for the next few offseasons, but I do that Castellanos is looking like a good value for what the Reds have him signed for.

[texasdave]

Offense? Yes, please.

[Kc61]

If Castellanos opts out they will get another player.

Or they will bring in Aquino and spend on a different need.

As long as the Reds are trying to win can’t agonize if one guy decides to leave.

[Wonderful Monds]

If Castellanos plays anywhere close to this for another 45 games, I think he'll opt out. He could beat the 3/$52 remaining on the Reds deal. But what do I know, maybe he loves what Cincinnati offers. A lot depends on how this season plays out. If the Reds miss out on an expanded playoff and he's at home watching, he could decide to cut his losses and try a new contract. Let's not forget he could opt out after next season too. I don't know how the OF market looks for the next few offseasons, but I do that Castellanos is looking like a good value for what the Reds have him signed for.

His best case scenario is probably JD Martinez’s contract with the Sox, and they didn’t sign that deal during a global pandemic that’s taking a dump on the economy right before a contentious CBA fight. I could see him maybe getting the AAV but not the years. In that case, they should sign him for like 3 years 65-70 mil if that deal is on the table and he has a good enough season to opt out.

[Wonderful Monds]

If Castellanos opts out they will get another player.

Or they will bring in Aquino and spend on a different need.

As long as the Reds are trying to win can’t agonize if one guy decides to leave.

What other middle of the lineup type player is available though, honestly

They spent money to get him because that’s the only real resource that they have to spare. So if he splits and goes elsewhere, what other free agents could they sign to fill that hole in the lineup? And it would have to be spent on the lineup, because that’s still been the weak link even with Castellanos here right now.

[Kc61]

What other middle of the lineup type player is available though, honestly

They spent money to get him because that’s the only real resource that they have to spare. So if he splits and goes elsewhere, what other free agents could they sign to fill that hole in the lineup? And it would have to be spent on the lineup, because that’s still been the weak link even with Castellanos here right now.

There will be other good hitters available in the off-season.

It’s too soon to know the candidates. Reds added another, Moustakas, just last year. They aren’t that rare.

If Reds are willing to spend or trade they can get one.

Teams have won without Nick Castellanos. He’s a very good hitter but not the linchpin of all baseball.

Reds should absolutely try to keep him - but if he leaves, he leaves. And maybe he’ll stay.

[Wonderful Monds]

There will be other good hitters available in the off-season.

It’s too soon to know the candidates. Reds added another, Moustakas, just last year. They aren’t that rare.

If Reds are willing to spend or trade they can get one.

Teams have won without Nick Castellanos. He’s a very good hitter but not the linchpin of all baseball.

Reds should absolutely try to keep him - but if he leaves, he leaves. And maybe he’ll stay.

Maybe. From what I saw of the free agent pool, every comparable player is going to get an even bigger contract than Castellanos will. I can’t imagine the Reds ponying up for a Realmuto, Semien, or Springer type.

[Falls City Beer]

Clearly the key to salvaging the offense is to contract Covid.

[RedsManRick]

Looks like Votto was just holding everybody back.

[NC-Red]

Of course the Reds can hit against a weak National League team lol. Still can't touch the AL or the Indians where it matters most.

[Falls City Beer]

Of course the Reds can hit against a weak National League team lol. Still can't touch the AL or the Indians where it matters most.

I’m still guessing this game will be a one run game by the end.

[Reds Freak]

Of course the Reds can hit against a weak National League team lol. Still can't touch the AL or the Indians where it matters most.

By definition, games vs. AL teams matter less than games against NL Central teams.

[DocRed]

We have a heartbeat!!!

[adkindo]

Need to get some offense today against Anderson because it could be more difficult tomorrow against Woodruff. Over the next 10 games (2 - Milwaukee, 4 - Kansas City, 4 - Pittsburgh), this team must get its offense going and our overall record above water if we have hopes of being relevant this season.

[DocRed]

Unfortunately I'm guessing we are without Moose and Senzel until Tuesday...ironic, same 2 players from last weekend :X