As the Cincinnati Reds try to claw back into the playoffs, and with the Cleveland Guardians' tumble, they should consider trading for their All-Star outfielder.

The Reds are in need of a quality bat, and they could get it by trading with the Guardians for this All-Star outfielder.

That's what ESPN's MLB insider Jeff Passan provided at the bottom of his new expectations heading into the MLB trade deadline. Passan chose a "best match" for the Cincinnati Reds, and it was a totally unexpected name: Cleveland Guardians left-fielder Steven Kwan.

Spencer Steer homered and Nick Lodolo pitched six strong innings as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Miami Marlins 6-0 to earn a split in the four-game series

Cincinnati Reds earn a series split with a commanding 6-0 shutout over the Miami Marlins. ESPN BET Sportsbook is owned and operated by PENN Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries ('PENN'). ESPN BET is available in states where PENN is licensed to offer sports wagering.

Alcantara, who gave up nine hits and six runs over five innings and had his already-horrific ERA swell further to 7.22 on the season, has allowed 19 earned runs in his past 18 innings (9.50 ERA).