Cincinnati Reds Rule 5 and 40-Man Roster Outlook

Clay Snowden of Just Baseball evaluates the Cincinnati Reds' roster decisions ahead of the upcoming Rule 5 Draft following a 75-win campaign. Snowden argues that breakout infielder Carter Graham and former first-round pick Cam Collier should be protected and added to the 40-man roster. He also notes that other eligible prospects, including Carlos Sanchez and Jay Allen, may risk exposure in the draft.

To clear necessary 40-man roster spots, Snowden suggests Cincinnati consider cutting or moving several players, naming Connor Phillips, Juan Brito, and Noelvi Marte as potential candidates. He argues that the organization lacks a clear identity and must make creative roster moves despite payroll limitations to contend in the NL Central.