On-base options: Trade candidates

The Royals have made getting a leadoff hitter who can get on base a top priority this off-season, after the team got a line of .228/.270/.334 from the top spot. Last week I looked at free agents who could fill that void, but with a weak market, a trade might be a more effective route. The Royals are reportedly open to trading their pitching depth to make such a move. Here is who they could target in a deal.

Jonathan India, Reds

2024: .248/.357/.392 637 PA 15 HR 13 SB 2.8 fWAR

The Reds also have a glut of infielders with Matt McLain to return next year, and India could fetch a decent haul for them. He posted the best walk rate and lowest strikeout rate of his career this year, and he has one of…