The Reds are sending number eight-ranked prospect and shortstop Sammy Stafura and relief pitcher Taylor Rogers in exchange for Hayes. Stafura was the Reds second round draft pick in 2023. Taylor Rogers was acquired via trade from the San Francisco Giants this offseason.

The Cincinnati Reds failed to add a needed starter at the '23 deadline and missed the playoffs by 2 games. Why they doubled down on that strength now.

The Cincinnati Reds appear to be buyers at the trade deadline, as they acquired a starting pitcher from the Tampa Bay Rays.