Cincinnati Reds Acquire Rays Starter Zack Littell Pending Physical

The Cincinnati Reds are actively enhancing their roster ahead of the MLB trade deadline, targeting both offensive and pitching improvements to bolster their playoff push. They are reportedly interested in adding power hitter Marcell Ozuna, a designated hitter whose recent struggles have lowered his trade value, but who has demonstrated strong on-base plus slugging (OPS) stats in previous seasons. More concretely, the Reds have finalized a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays to acquire right-handed starting pitcher Zack Littell, pending a medical review. Littell has posted a solid 3.58 ERA this season and is known for his excellent control, although he has allowed the most home runs in MLB this year, which presents a risk. The trade involves minor league pitchers Brian Van Belle and Adam Serwinowski heading to the Rays in return. With these moves, the Reds aim to strengthen their pitching rotation and lineup as they seek a National League Wild Card berth and look to finish the season strong.