Stephenson’s Trade Deadline Crossroads | Cincinnati Reds News

Tyler Stephenson is heating up with power and production, making him a rare gem at catcher — but the Reds face a tough deadline decision. If they want to lock him in long-term, keep him. If not, trading him could net a solid return in a thin market for offensive catchers. Their top prospect, Alfredo Duno, is still developing and not ready to step in, leaving Jose Trevino as a backup. With Stephenson a free agent after this season, letting him walk would be costly — the Reds must act now to either extend or trade before the deadline. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1217565c7027b849