Trade Deadline Preview: Cincinnati Reds

May 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Thatcher (54) throws during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

There are a lot of potentially available relievers that the Reds could take a look at. Rays’ Ben Zobrist wouldn’t be a bad pick-up for the team either as he could fill multiple needs.

1. Tampa Bay Ray’s second baseman  Ben Zobrist has had a lot of teams rumored to be interested in him lately but the Reds could have a shot. He can play multiple positions and would be able to fill their needs in the infield, outfield as well as provide the extra offense that is lacking out of left field.

2. Arizona Diamondbacks’ reliever Brad Ziegler has also been on the rumor radar for a number of teams. With the Diamondbacks basically having to start over, he is a player that they may part with for a package of prospects or maybe even someone like Marshall who they can use next season. Ziegler, a 34-year old right-hander, has been stellar throughout his entire career with Oakland and Arizona. He has a career ERA of 2.39 and his current ERA is 2.34. He will end up being an excellent addition to whichever team lands him.

3. In need of a left-handed reliever the Reds may again look to the Diamondbacks. Lefty reliever Joe Thatcher, 32, would be a helpful addition to the Reds’ bullpen. This season he has posted a 2.63 ERA with 25 strikeouts in 24 innings pitched. The Reds can’t really ask for more than that.