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Cubs, A’s in discussions for Reddick
- Updated: July 27, 2016
Now that the Chicago Cubs have addressed their bullpen with the acquisitions of Aroldis Chapman and Mike Montgomery, they’ve shifted focus to another area of need: the outfield.
The Cubs have had talks with the Oakland A’s about right fielder Josh Reddick, according to sources. Along with Cincinnati’s Jay Bruce and Colorado’s Carlos Gonzalez, Reddick is on a short list of prominent outfield bats who could be dealt prior to Monday’s non-waiver Trade Deadline.
In addition to the Cubs, the Cleveland Indians, Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants are looking to add outfielders, according to sources.
Bruce has a higher probability of moving than Gonzalez, as the Reds are more prepared than the Rockies to undertake a comprehensive rebuild. Also, the Rockies are reluctant to move Gonzalez within the National League West to the Giants or Dodgers.
The Giants’ interest in adding an outfielder is mitigated somewhat by the team’s belief that Hunter Pence will return to the active roster relatively soon. The St. Louis Cardinals have checked into the outfield market, too, but Randal Grichuk and …
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