Philadelphia Inquirer beat reporter Scott Lauber is as plugged in as anyone in Phillies' circles, so when he hits the panic button, fans in the City of Brotherly Love are sure to take notice. Lauber's latest publication (subscription required) gives rise to the idea that the Cincinnati Reds are well positioned to sign Kyle Schwarber this offseason regardless of what the Philadelphia Phillies do.
Lauber laid it out very clearly, stating that the Phillies want to re-sign Schwarber and can offer him the more money (even a five-year deal), and yet, still lose the slugger to his hometown Reds.