The MLB trade deadline has come and gone, and the Cincinnati Reds did make some moves. Shortly after the deadline became official, Reds president of baseball operations, Nick Krall, spoke with the media about what went into the team's decision for these moves, and why other moves were not made. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Brady Singer (51) prepares to pitch in the first inning between the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. From those comments, it sounds like Krall believes that Singer and Stephenson are going to be a part of this franchise beyond 2026. Aug 2, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson (37) reacts after hitting a solo home run in the eighth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park.