José Peraza was the most improved player on the Cincinnati Reds roster last season and the shortstop appears primed for a big year in 2019. Should the Reds take a similar approach with Peraza that they did Eugenio Suárez last offseason and lock up their young up-and-comer before he becomes an All-Star?
On the surface, the idea of extending Peraza beyond 2019 seems a bit extreme. After all, the Reds maintain team-control until Peraza becomes a free agent following the 2022 season. The Reds also have much bigger priorities this offseason, namely starting pitching.