Are Cincinnati Reds ready to spend big in free agency?

The Cincinnati Reds are poised for a transformative offseason with around $60 million in payroll flexibility, setting the stage for potential big moves in MLB free agency. This episode breaks down the importance of this financial leeway and evaluates current players like Ty France and Santiago Espinal, questioning whether their performance justifies their arbitration costs. Jeff Carr is joined by Tim Daniel, from Late Night Reds, and they explore intriguing free agent targets such as Teoscar Hernandez, Anthony Santander, and Walker Buehler, while also considering contract options for players like Nick Martinez, Jacob Junis, and Emilio Pagan. The discussion extends to the catcher situation, debating the value of retaining Luke Maile given his defensive metrics and offensive output. Don't miss out on this in-depth analysis of the Cincinnati Reds' strategic decisions—listen now to uncover how these moves could shape the team's future! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOReds?sid=YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnReds?sub_confirmation=1 BECOME AN INSIDER with Locked On Reds: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonreds Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB BOOKMARK Sports Illustrated’s Cincinnati Reds site, Inside the Reds! https://www.si.com/mlb/reds/ VOTE FOR BRENT SUTER: https://www.mlb.com/mlb-together/roberto-clemente-day Also follow @jefffcarr and @soffenbaker on Twitter JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/STMcRDyMCt 0:00 Payroll Flexibility's Impact on Reds 5:07 Reds' Offseason Needs and Targets 11:17 Evaluating Ty France and Santiago Espinal 21:50 Which contract options get picked up? For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! booking.com The right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Even your baseball rivals. Book today on Booking.com – the official accommodation partner of major league baseball. Booking.com, Booking dot YEAH! HIMS Hims is changing men's healthcare by providing access to affordable sexual health treatments, all from the comfort of your home. Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/LOCKEDON for your personalized ED treatment options. Ibotta Ibotta is a free app that lets you earn cash back every time you shop. Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONMLB when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE app to start earning cash back when you use code LOCKEDONMLB. PrizePicks Download the app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to win $50 instantly when you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - guaranteed ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Reds #CincinnatiReds #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.