The Cincinnati Reds kickstarted the MLB offseason with a trade. The Reds shipped utility infielder/ outfielder Ryan Vilade — a player they claimed off waivers from the St. Louis Cardinals midway through the 2025 season — to the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations.
This deal isn't going to make any headlines, nor will it save the Reds any real money for free agent spending this offseason. In fact, it does little more than clear an extra roster spot. However, that may well have been the exact reason why the Reds' front office pulled off this trade so quickly.