MLB trade deadline: several players flagged as likely trade candidates
Analysts identified ten MLB players, including Luis Arraez and Freddy Peralta, as the most likely to be moved before the July 31 deadline, noting contract status and team performance as key factors.
The MLB trade deadline is one week away, and analysts from Rotoworld Baseball have voted on the players they expect to be dealt. Second baseman Luis Arraez of the San Francisco Giants received unanimous support as a likely trade target, with analysts citing the Giants' non-contender status and Arraez's one-year, $12 million contract despite his strong offensive numbers and improved defense.
San Francisco pitcher Robbie Ray also emerged as a candidate, given his expiring contract and uneven performance metrics, while New York Mets starter Freddy Peralta was highlighted for his high salary and recent struggles, though his track record could still attract interest.
Other players named included Mets reliever Luke Weaver, Detroit’s Tarik Skubal, Washington’s Luis García Jr., St. Louis pitcher Dustin May, New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr., San Francisco third-baseman Matt Chapman, and Colorado outfielder Jake McCarthy. Analysts noted each player's contract situation, recent performance trends, and potential destinations ranging from the Rays and Dodgers to the White Sox and Phillies.
"Arraez's fantasy value could get a boost if he lands in a better lineup or hitting environment," one analyst said.
"Peralta's inexpensive $8 million salary this season will be attractive to practically every team," another analyst added.
The consensus suggests that teams looking to shed salary or acquire rental talent may move these players before the deadline, while contending clubs could target them to strengthen specific roster needs.