Reds should take a flyer on former Top 100 prospect Jake Bauers

CINCINNATI, OH - JULY 06: Jake Bauers #10 of the Cleveland Indians hits a single to right field to drive in two runs in the ninth inning against the Cincinnati Reds. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Nothing ventured, nothing gained, right? What do the Cincinnati Reds have to lose? Former Top 100 prospect Jake Bauers was designated for assignment by the Cleveland Indians. Though he’s fallen woefully short of expectations, the Reds need depth at first base at signing Bauers to a minor-league contract is a no-brainer.

Beggars can’t be choosers, and Cincinnati is desperate for depth at first base. Four players who’ve suited for the Reds at first base this season (Joey Votto, Mike Moustakas,…