JJ Bleday emerges as trade candidate amid Reds' struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:36 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
JJ Bleday is having a standout season with the Cincinnati Reds, hitting 11 home runs with a.930 OPS in 39 games. Despite his success, the Reds are underperforming, leading to speculation that he could be a trade candidate as they may choose to sell this summer. With a contract that pays $1.4 million and two years of club control remaining, Bleday could attract interest from teams like the Milwaukee Brewers and Cleveland Guardians, looking for a cost-effective outfield option. Discussions surrounding potential trades are heating up, with reports indicating Bleday tops the list of players to watch in the market.
- •Bleday has 11 home runs and 29 RBIs this season.
- •Reds are struggling, affecting their trade decisions.
- •Bleday's contract is appealing to smaller market teams.
- •He has two more years of club control after this season.
- •Milwaukee Brewers and Cleveland Guardians may show interest.
- 12:36 PMYahoo Sports — Reds' JJ Bleday gets major trade update that could help Brewers, Guardians
"Cincinnati could potentially get some value back for this slugger.
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