Reds' late-season additions make trading Edwin Arroyo even more probable

Edwin Arroyo struggled in his 2026 major league opportunity with the Reds, batting .223 with a .264 slugging percentage across 50 games despite posting a career-best .891 OPS at Triple-A. The Reds' recent acquisitions of Juan Brito and Oswaldo Cabrera, combined with the presence of Matt McLain and Elly De La Cruz, have crowded the middle infield and diminished Arroyo's path to regular playing time. With younger prospects like Leo Balcazar rising through the system, the Reds may look to trade Arroyo during the offseason, potentially using his defensive skills and value as a package piece to acquire bullpen help.

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