Why Dernard Span has recently become out of the question for the Reds

Dernard Span has recently become out of the question.

MLBTradeRumors has announced that in exchange for Dernard Span, the Twins want a MLB starting pitcher. I see no way no how the Reds will do this.

As of July 29th, the Reds have used the same 5 starting pitchers the entire season. The staff's starting pitchers claim 41 of the Reds 61 wins (an overall 41-26 record for starters.) 67% of the wins. Nothing is wrong with the Reds current rotation, and actually they are on a huge roll, the Reds winning 10 straight.

 Leake has the worst record as a starter on the Reds roster, (4-6) but there is little to no chance Leake is a trade item. Bailey is the most likely out of the rotation to be traded, but I highly doubt it.

 Span is not an essential, so I think the Reds just threw out all thoughts on acquiring Span. 

Reds sweep 3 straight teams, on 10 game Win streak results in bald Marty.

The Reds just went perfect.

Not a perfect game, or a perfect season but a perfect road trip as Dusty Baker would say. The Reds have won 10 in a row, sweeping the 3 straight teams.

Marty Brenneman (earlier in the season) stated if the Reds ever win 10 straight he will shave his head. Well god darn, they have. Here are a few pictures of what Marty might look like without his hair: 

Why the Reds will get Juan Pierre

Why the Reds WILL Juan Pierre

I believe the Reds will get Juan Pierre because of some simple reasons.

#1. He's cheap. 

Pierre's contract is only $500k (started in minors start of year) and he is getting up there in age. The Phillies wouldn't ask for too much, compared to Victorino or former trade-bait Cole Hamels. The Phillies wanted Ondrusek for Victorino, and I can only imagine that Pierre would be considerably cheaper than that.

#2. He has speed.

When the average MLB fan thinks of Pierre he will either say "Who?" or "That fast guy?". Juan Pierre is well known for his speed, and it isn't over talked. As he is no Billy Hamilton, Pierre has considerable speed, comparable to Drew Stubbs, give or take. Pierre's speed has declined a little due to age.

#3. Top of-the-line up batter.

his whole career, Pierre has batted 1st, 2nd, 7th or 8th. He is fast and he gets on base. Alot. he makes good contact, and would love seeing him lead off games for the Reds, getting on base to have Votto, Phillips, Ludwick and Frazier to drive him in. I could also see Phillips and Pierre becoming good friends. I don't know, maybe that's just me. 

#4. He's batting .300+

If Pierre joined the Reds he would be only the 3rd Red with a .300+ average. (Votto, Paul). Juan is batting .305 thus far, and no, he doesn't have 6 AB like Quentin earlier in the year (had a .456 AVG). Pierre's career average is .297, and he is in no way a power hitter, but he does make solid contact. He doesn't drive in a considerable amount of batters because he leads off usually. He is a run type of guy. He would fill the outfield and lead-off situation at the same time. 

It's a win-win.

Will the Reds REALLY trade at the deadline or do they have the answer?

Will the Reds REALLY trade at the deadline? 

The Reds have won 7 straight and 14 out of their last 16. they have also just played one of the worst teams in the MLB right now. So, do the Reds trade at the deadline or not?

Some names associated with the Reds at this point are Dernard Span, Juan Pierre, Shane Victorino, and Hunter Pence. 3/4th being Phillies players. The Reds are interested in top of the line up batters, and are looking for a CF, becoming annoyed by Stubbs under performance. 

Do the Reds possibly already have the answer?

Xavier Paul, a sign and call up in response of Votto's injury has a .444 BA, 2 RBI, a double and a steal in 9 AB (6 games). He went 3-5 w/ 2 RBI in his first start with the Cincinnati Reds. Is he possibly the long term answer for the CF situation?

If the Reds do not trade at the deadline, and Paul continues to perform, I believe he should stay with the pro team. I'm not saying that Votto should go down and Paul should stay up, but why should a young successful bat be sent down just because the roster spot he was replacing is back. Who can honestly improve the MLB team better? Xavier Paul or Miguel Cairo? (Cairo batting .145 BA w/ 6 RBI in 76 AB) Don't give the he can teach the players tips excuse, because shouldn't he be in AAA if you honestly believe that? MLB players know how to hit.

In the end, with the Reds experiencing a year of the rookie, I think we see our fix right in front of us. Xavier Paul.

Stubbs and Reds continue rolling with 7 game win streak despite Votto in line-up and Xavier's regular season opening game set.

Stubbs high-fives Cozart after homering against Houston.

You could call the Reds the cardiac Redlegs. The Reds sweep the Brewers, then travel to Houston and sweep the Astros to keep hot and remain on a 7 game win streak and win 14 of their last 16.

Former Red Francisco Cordero came in for the close twice  in the Reds vs Astros series, only to blow the game. Twice. via Drew Stubbs.

On the first game, Stubbs hit a HR to take the lead 3-2 in the Top of the 9th to left. Xavier Paul, a hot call up in place of Votto, hit a RBI single later in the inning.

On the 2nd blown save by Cordero (now an Astro), the Reds down 3-2, with runners on 1st and 2nd, Drew Stubbs doubles to deep left center, scoring Xavier Paul and Brandon Phillips to take the lead 4-3. A Bruce RBI single later in the inning would extend the lead to 5-2, where Chapman would shut down the 'stros as usual.