Cincinnati Reds' patient approach: Genius or missed opportunity?

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! The Cincinnati Reds' have seen other teams make a flurry of offseason moves as the MLB Hot Stove heats up over Christmas.. This episode explores why the team opted out of high-profile deals involving players like Garrett Crochet, Joe Pederson, and Josh Naylor, and how these choices might benefit their long-term strategy. Hosts Jeff Carr and Steven Offenbaker provide expert analysis on the economic challenges facing MLB, including the staggering $103 million luxury tax paid by the Dodgers, and discuss the implications for teams like the Cincinnati Reds. They also share personal Christmas memories tied to Reds merchandise, reflecting on the emotional connection fans have with the team. With insights into the potential impact of these non-moves and a look ahead to the 2025 season, this episode offers a comprehensive view of the Cincinnati Reds' current landscape. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion—listen now to understand the strategic moves and economic factors influencing the Cincinnati Reds' future!

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[georgemarischen]

Merry Christmas Fellas, great job, Go Reds!

[jasonderthick]

I'll have to listen to this episode to find out, but I would love to hear an explanation of how doing absolutely nothing is "Genius." Sitting around, pinching pennies until the market is dried up, just to pick a couple players off the scrap heap and claim that they went all in this season (Jaimer Candelario "Press conference" signing).

[cm]

They could have solved this problem last year … teach Elly to play CF instead of making 25 errors at SSand they could have kept India and put McLain at SS… but that might have made a little bit of sense

[gimpleg]

How can you say there are teams that can and can't afford Teoscar Hernandez in the same breath that you tell me the Reds are receiving a record amount of money in luxury tax revenue. Especially when the Reds 2019 and pre covid 2020 payroll was $135 million and $144 million respectively and Hernandez at 3 yrs at $25 only puts this year to $126 million with 5 years of inflation that apparently impacted everything but the Reds payroll. The Reds should easily have $40 million to spend this offseason still

[mikemaynard]

Everybody relax, Krall has a new plan he brought back from a trip to China. It's a 500 year plan... but it's a plan.

[andrewhiedelburg]

They still have time and I'm sure the new manager is highly involved. I feel good about where they are heading into reporting. The thinking may not be so popular in Reds Country right now but....🎉 Go Reds

[kurtrivera]

I have that EXACT Cincinnati Reds Starter jacket. I got it in 1989 AND have a picture wearing it at the Oakland Coliseum as the Reds celebrated the 1990 WS!

[michaelatwell]

Great points. I agree gotta save money for potential deals for the second half

[WinsTab]

You can catch the 1990 WS game Reds vs. Riicky Henderson A's today on MLB Vault full game

[UKSportsFan]

Missed opportunity. Sitting back and thinking that a team that finished near the bottom of the NL Central and that everybody with a pulse knows needs an outfield upgrade and they do absolutely nothing??? Missed opportunity.

[cwlvslb]

Happy holidays guys. Will continue to be everydayer in the new year. I have been and I am still in on Lane Thomas. 🙂

[jimneuburger]

Baseball is broken and not the same game as 20 years ago. It's sad that America's pasttime is in the past. League retraction and a low salary cap are necessary to save our game

[bim-ska-la-bim]

Great conversation ...esp at the end about the almighty $

[MikeSenger]

The Reds currently have the power hitting bat for the outfield. ELLY DE LA CRUZ! The Reds would definitely not miss his errors proned Play in the infield!

[firemarshal]

Are two options still available: T. Hernandez and A. Santander

[dustinhawks]

Is it entirely possible that most free agents simply aren't interested in playing in Cincinnati? Everyone likes to put the blame on the front office but it takes two to tango.

[zerowave]

The Free Agents the Reds are aiming for a likely to sign later so no surprise they aren't signed yet. I want more updates on potential trades but there's still an offseason to see.

[lawrencepennington]

No new might be good new😂sometime good thing come later in life!Got to wait !!!😍

[firemarshal]

Patience is the right approach. Actually, players salary and terms work for the Reds advantage. They’ll be able to sign a player for 1 year for below the player market value.

[bryan]

So when there's no baseball in '27 does that year still count as a year of service for guys under team control?