ULTIMATUM: Cincinnati Reds Face CRUCIAL Roster Decisions | Is Elly De La Cruz's Position SECURE?

The Cincinnati Reds' quest for a clutch hitter takes center stage as Jeff Carr and Mo Egger dissect the team's offensive struggles. They analyze potential free agent targets like Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso, while acknowledging the franchise's historical reluctance to make big signings. The conversation shifts to player development, with Sal Stewart's power potential and Elly De La Cruz's defensive challenges at shortstop under scrutiny. Terry Francona's and Nick Krall's management decisions, particularly regarding De La Cruz's playing time and position, face critical examination. Can the Reds make the leap from fringe playoff contenders to legitimate World Series threats? Tune in for expert insights on the Cincinnati Reds' roster strategy and future prospects in the NL Central. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-reds/ https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnReds?sub_confirmation=1 Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB BOOKMARK Sports Illustrated’s Cincinnati Reds site, Inside the Reds!https://www.si.com/mlb/reds/ Also follow @jefffcarr and @soffenbaker on Twitter JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/STMcRDyMCt For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Get Sully’s take on MLB! He has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. 0:00 Intro: Cincinnati Reds' need for clutch hitting5:30 Discussing potential big bats for Cincinnati Reds11:31 Analyzing Cincinnati Reds' offensive struggles and needs16:20 Confidence in returning Cincinnati Reds players23:04 Elly De La Cruz's future position debate28:22 Terry Francona's management of Elly De La Cruz33:44 Nick Krall's role in roster management Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks
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