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.

Martinez was dominant out of the bullpen last season for the Reds and has pitched in relief a couple of times this season. It gives the Reds a lot of versatility and someone who can toss multiple innings. Instead of acquiring a bullpen arm, the Reds got creative and acquired a starting pitcher and moved one of their starters to the bullpen.