40 Players Who Could Shape the MLB Trade Deadline

Less than a week until the July 30 deadline, several stars could be on the move with contenders looking to fill holes.

As the MLB trade deadline approaches on July 30, several teams find themselves in contention and looking to bolster their rosters. Conversely, other teams are out of the playoff picture and open to dealing away players for future assets. This article highlights 40 players who could potentially be traded before the deadline:

1. **Tarik Skubal, LHP, Detroit Tigers:** A Cy Young contender, Skubal is unlikely to be traded unless the Tigers receive an overwhelming offer.

2. **Garrett Crochet, LHP, Chicago White Sox:** The former reliever could be the best pitcher traded this deadline.

3. **Vladimir Guerrero Jr., 1B, Toronto Blue Jays:** Toronto may consider trading Guerrero given their struggles this season.

4. **Luis Robert Jr., OF, Chicago White Sox:** When healthy, Robert is one of baseball's top outfielders, but injury concerns may temper his value.

5. **Mason Miller, RHP, Oakland Athletics:** The 25-year-old closer has the highest strikeout rate in baseball, but comes with injury risk.

6. **Isaac Paredes, 3B, Tampa Bay Rays:** An All-Star with great plate discipline, Paredes is coveted by teams looking to upgrade their corner infield.

7. **Randy Arozarena, OF, Tampa Bay Rays:** A former Rookie of the Year, Arozarena's struggles this season may make him available at a discount.

8. **Nathan Eovaldi, RHP, Texas Rangers:** A veteran with postseason experience, Eovaldi could be a valuable rental for a contender.

9. **Jack Flaherty, RHP, Detroit Tigers:** Flaherty has improved his strikeout-to-walk ratio this season, making him an attractive rental option.

10. **Zach Eflin, RHP, Tampa Bay Rays:** With a low walk rate, Eflin is a potential target for teams seeking starting pitching depth.

11. **Erick Fedde, RHP, Chicago White Sox:** Fedde's team-friendly contract makes him a valuable asset for teams needing starting pitching.

12. **Yandy Díaz, 1B, Tampa Bay Rays:** Despite struggles this season, Díaz has shown potential to be a productive hitter.

13. **Bo Bichette, SS, Toronto Blue Jays:** An All-Star shortstop, Bichette's struggles and injury concerns may make him available in a trade.

14. **Jazz Chisholm Jr., OF, Miami Marlins:** Chisholm's power and speed make him an intriguing option for teams looking to add a versatile outfielder.

15. **Luis Rengifo, UTIL, Los Angeles Angels:** Rengifo provides versatility and affordability as an infielder and outfielder.

16. **Brent Rooker, DH/OF, Oakland Athletics:** A power-hitting outfielder, Rooker could be a valuable addition for teams in need of offensive production.

17. **Cody Bellinger, 1B/OF, Chicago Cubs:** Bellinger's struggles this season may make him more available in a trade.

18. **Matt Chapman, 3B, San Francisco Giants:** A three-time Gold Glove winner, Chapman is a defensive stalwart who can also provide offensive production.

19. **Blake Snell, LHP, San Francisco Giants:** A former Cy Young winner, Snell has had a rough start to the season but remains a potential target for contenders.

20. **Carlos Estévez, RHP, Los Angeles Angels:** A reliable closer with a low walk rate, Estévez could be a valuable addition to a contending bullpen.

21. **Tanner Scott, LHP Miami Marlins:** Scott's high strikeout rate makes him an attractive target for teams looking to shore up their bullpen.

22. **Chris Bassitt, RHP, Toronto Blue Jays:** A veteran with a track record of success, Bassitt could provide much-needed pitching depth for a contender.

23. **Jesse Winker, OF, Washington Nationals:** A rental option, Winker has been a productive hitter against right-handed pitchers.

24. **Lane Thomas, OF, Washington Nationals:** Thomas provides a left-handed power threat, giving teams a platoon option.

25. **Jonathan India, 2B, Cincinnati Reds:** India is a well-rounded infielder who could be an appealing trade target for teams looking to upgrade their middle infield.

26. **Jameson Taillon, RHP, Chicago Cubs:** Taillon has been effective this season and could be a reliable addition to a contender's rotation.

27. **LaMonte Wade Jr., 1B, San Francisco Giants:** Wade has been mashing right-handed pitching and could be a potential first base option for teams.

28. **Tommy Pham, OF, Chicago White Sox:** Pham is a veteran outfielder with playoff experience and could be a valuable addition for a contender.

29. **Nico Hoerner, 2B, Chicago Cubs:** Hoerner is a versatile infielder with good defensive skills and a team-friendly contract.

30. **Camilo Doval, RHP, San Francisco Giants:** Despite a rough start to the season, Doval is a talented reliever who could bounce back for a contender.

31. Taylor Ward, OF, Los Angeles Angels

32. Brandon Lowe, 2B, Tampa Bay Rays

33. Danny Jansen, C, Toronto Blue Jays

34. Elias Diaz, C, Colorado Rockies

35. Yimi Garcia, RHP, Toronto Blue Jays

36. Lucas Erceg, RHP, Oakland Athletics

37. Pete Fairbanks, RHP, Tampa Bay Rays

38. Andrew Chafin, LHP, Detroit Tigers

39. Cal Quantrill, RHP, Colorado Rockies

40. Yusei Kikuchi, LHP, Toronto Blue Jays