The Cincinnati Reds enter the offseason with an obvious need in the outfield. While the Reds seem to have successfully transitioned Noelvi Marte from third base to right field, Austin Hays' impending free agency will soon leave a hole in left field. There's a very easy solution to this problem, but the Reds are likely to ignore it. It's time to move Elly De La Cruz to the outfield.
De La Cruz is the best athlete on the Reds roster, and arguably one of the best in the game. Though he was slowed by a lingering lower body ailment throughout the season, De La Cruz still suited up for all 162 games and ranked among the top 10% in terms of sprint speed.