The Cincinnati Reds’ unexpected trade for Gavin Lux generated some of the most buzz among the fanbase last season. His red-hot start made the move seem like wizardry, but a regression and injuries in the second half make Lux’s future in Cincinnati murky as the deadline for teams to tender contracts to arbitration-eligible players approaches.
According to CBS Sports, the Reds may opt to non-tender Lux because of his defensive inconsistencies and limitations at the plate. The article makes the point that Lux struggles so mightily against lefties that he would simply be a platoon option and a defensive and baserunning liability at that.