Happy MLB Trade Deadline Eve!
This year’s trade deadline is shaping up to be a thrilling one with numerous teams in contention for playoff spots. As the deadline approaches, the trade activity has been steadily increasing, with several notable trades already taking place.
Top storylines
- Will the Giants trade Blake Snell?: The Giants are evaluating offers for Snell, who has been impressive recently. Teams like the Yankees, Orioles, Astros, and Braves are showing interest in acquiring him.
- When will the White Sox’s rebuilding fire sale start?: The White Sox are open to trading key players like Garrett Crochet and Erick Fedde. However, trade talks for Crochet have hit a snag due to contract extension demands.
- What about other available starting pitchers?: Several teams are waiting on top pitchers like Tarik Skubal, Jack Flaherty, and Erik Fedde before making moves for other starters.
Best-available players
Starting pitchers (Top 12)
| Player | Team | ERA | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarik Skubal | Tigers | 2.95 | 133 |
| Garrett Crochet | White Sox | N/A | N/A |
Relief pitchers (Top 11)
| Player | Team | ERA | Saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanner Scott | Marlins | 1.18 | N/A |
| Kyle Finnegan | Nationals | N/A | N/A |
Position players (Top 14)
| Player | Position | Team | OPS+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Robert Jr. | CF | White Sox | N/A |
| Isaac Paredes | 3B | Rays | 127 |
Rumors, rumblings and industry talk
- Many teams are interested in Giants starter Blake Snell, looking to bolster their pitching rotation.
- The Astros are actively pursuing Jack Flaherty from the Tigers and Yandy Díaz from the Rays.
- The Orioles, Yankees, Red Sox, and Royals are in talks for acquiring closer Tanner Scott from the Marlins.
(Top photo of Blake Snell: Godofredo A. Vásquez / Associated Press)
