Now that Jay Bruce is on the DL, the Reds need a hitter more than ever and GM Walt Jocketty is searching for one, according to MLB.com's Mark Sheldon. Jocketty said the Reds won't necessarily get the bat they're looking for, but he says he's "looking for a hitter" anyways.
For now Jonny Gomes and Jerry Hairston will play more, because the Reds don't want to call on prospects Drew Stubbs and Chris Heisey yet. For a look at some names the Reds will consider, check out our trade candidates by position.
