Cincinnati Reds Deep In Sellers Territory, Bengals Stadium Rennovations, LeBron James Still Undecided

On today's show, we discuss where the Reds stand heading into the MLB trade deadline on August 3rd after an ugly loss last night in Seattle. Plus, the Bengals make renovations at Paycor Stadium and LeBron James' future is still uncertain.  The Stone Shields Show sponsors: Book an appointment at Richter & Phillips today: https://richterphillips.com/chatterbox Learn more about our friends at QC Kinetix! Call (513) 655-3356 or visit qckinetix.com  Anthony Muñoz 78 Cigars! Get your box today: https://www.anthonymunoz.com/anthony-munoz-78-cigars   Apply today at Sharefax Credit Union: Sharefax.org or call 513-753-2440 The Cincinnati Reds’ 8-0 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Monday night only intensified speculation that the club could become an active seller ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Cincinnati fell to 45-53, continuing a disappointing slide after briefly looking like a postseason contender earlier this season. The offense managed just three hits, while a six-run seventh inning, capped by Cal Raleigh’s grand slam, turned a close game into another frustrating defeat. With the Reds drifting further from the National League playoff picture, attention has shifted from chasing a Wild Card spot to determining which veterans could bring back valuable prospects. Designated hitter Eugenio Suárez has emerged as one of the most frequently discussed trade candidates. Despite an inconsistent overall season, he has shown flashes of his trademark power in recent weeks, making him an attractive option for contenders seeking right-handed pop. Several reports suggest Cincinnati could capitalize on that recent surge before the deadline. Relievers are also expected to draw significant interest. Teams looking to strengthen their bullpens often pay premium prices in July, and the Reds have several experienced arms that could fit contenders’ needs. President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall is expected to weigh offers carefully, balancing the desire to remain competitive in 2027 while continuing to build around cornerstone players such as Elly De La Cruz, Matt McLain, Hunter Greene, and Chase Burns. While fans remain frustrated after another lopsided defeat, the coming days may define the direction of the franchise more than the final weeks of the regular season. If Cincinnati continues to struggle during the series in Seattle, the front office could accelerate trade discussions and focus on acquiring young, controllable talent. The Reds still possess a promising core, but the latest loss reinforced the reality that difficult deadline decisions may now be unavoidable. Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name Holy (Trap). Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name Exercise (Rock). #Bengals #Reds #TheStoneShieldsShow