Reds should start their mid-tier free agent search with one of their own

The Reds' front office has identified improving their evaluation of mid-tier free agents earning $7 million to $15 million annually as a priority for the upcoming offseason, following past failures like the Mike Moustakas and Jeimer Candelario signings. The team's bullpen ranked 25th with a 4.68 ERA in 2026, creating a need for reliable arms heading into 2027. Left-handed reliever Brock Burke, who posted a 2.30 ERA over 74⅓ innings this season while excelling in high-leverage situations, represents an in-house option the Reds should consider retaining. Burke's strong performance against both left and right-handed batters, combined with his relatively lower profile compared to other available lefty relievers, could make him an efficient mid-tier investment for Cincinnati.

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