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Cincinnati Reds: What might it take to land James Paxton in a trade?

The Cincinnati Reds have been linked to many trade rumors of late. One of the most recent rumors surrounds the Reds interest in Seattle Mariners’ lefty James Paxton. Who would the Reds be willing to part with in order to land one of the premier pitchers in the American League?

Following Mariners GM Jerry DiPoto’s statement earlier this month about the club potentially pursuing a partial rebuild the one name that has garnered the most attention is starting pitcher James Paxton. And for good reason.

Since making his debut in 2013 the 6’4″, 235-pound left-hander has compiled an impressive resumè.