Analysts Identify Top Prospect Trade Candidates Ahead of 2026 Deadline

MLB.com • 29 Jul 22:55

Analysts highlight one potential trade candidate from each MLB organization as the July 31 deadline approaches, noting which clubs may buy or sell prospects.

Yahoo Sports • 29 Jul 20:45

With the trade deadline set for Aug. 3, analysts have grouped all 30 clubs into tiers ranging from aggressive buyers to likely sellers, noting each franchise’s playoff prospects and roster needs.

ESPN • 29 Jul 11:00

Several clubs, including the Cubs, Yankees and Phillies, are targeting pitchers and other key positions before the June 6 trade deadline, hoping to strengthen their rosters for a postseason push.

Redbird Rants • 29 Jul 00:27

Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn told beat writer Jeff Jones that the team is likely to trade players before the August 3 deadline, regardless of on-field performance.

FOX Sports • 28 Jul 21:54

Analysts predict several high-profile players could move before the August 3 MLB trade deadline, with Detroit’s ace Skubal and Washington shortstop Abrams among the most discussed prospects.

MLB.com • 28 Jul 15:49

With six days left before the July 31 deadline, teams including the Red Sox, Angels, Nationals, Dodgers, Cubs and White Sox are evaluating potential moves for starters and other contributors.

MLB.com • 28 Jul 15:42

With the 2026 trade deadline approaching, several clubs are evaluating their deep prospect pools for potential deals, focusing on outfield talent, Rule 5-eligible players, and pitching prospects.

MLB.com • 28 Jul 01:27

The Yankees dealt with injuries to Cody Bellinger and Aaron Judge as they consider outfield upgrades, while the Astros confirmed they will be active buyers at the trade deadline.

NBC Sports • 27 Jul 18:53

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.

CBS Sports • 27 Jul 17:33

With the August 3 trade deadline a week away, MLB analysts categorize eight clubs as clear buyers, several others as likely buyers, a handful as likely sellers, and eight as obvious sellers.

CBS Sports • 27 Jul 15:00

With the 2026 trade deadline approaching, analysts identify ten minor-league players who could be dealt as teams seek to address roster needs.

MLB.com • 27 Jul 14:48

With one week left before the August 3 trade deadline, teams such as Detroit, San Diego, Washington and Toronto are evaluating key players like Michael Skubal, Blake Miller and Luis Robert Jr. for possible deals.

heavy.com • 27 Jul 13:00

Teams including Toronto, Detroit, Chicago and New York are weighing moves as the August 3 deadline nears, with pitcher Tarik Skubal and reliever Jeff Hoffman drawing particular interest.

CBS Sports • 27 Jul 12:17

With the trade deadline a week away, a majority of MLB clubs remain within a few games of a wild-card or division spot, reflecting a season of overall mediocrity across the league.

The Ringer • 27 Jul 11:11

With the August 3 deadline approaching, MLB clubs are split between pursuing upgrades and offloading assets as the standings remain tightly clustered.

Sports Illustrated • 27 Jul 11:00

The trade deadline on Aug. 3 is prompting intense scrutiny of seven MLB general managers as they weigh buying, selling, or holding talent amid varying team performances and roster challenges.

ESPN • 27 Jul 11:00

Milwaukee, Atlanta, Chicago and Philadelphia are evaluating roster upgrades before the Aug. 3 deadline as they aim to improve their chances against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the postseason.

The New York Times • 24 Jul 09:30

Baseball analysts have highlighted a range of players from each MLB club who could be moved before the August 3 trade deadline, citing performance, contract status and team needs.

The New York Times • 24 Jul 09:00

A recent analysis matches each playoff-bound MLB team with players who could strengthen their rosters before the Aug. 3 trade deadline.

MLB.com • 24 Jul 03:36

Analysts say the Angels, Athletics, Giants, Mets, Rockies and Royals are the only teams poised to be near-certain sellers, highlighting 20 players who could be traded before the 2026 deadline.

CBS Sports • 23 Jul 16:29

The approaching trade deadline could see several clubs either reinforcing their rosters for a playoff push or selling assets for the future, with each team's position in the wild-card race influencing their strategy.

MLB.com • 22 Jul 23:03

Baseball analysts discuss teams with deep farm systems that could become sellers at the upcoming trade deadline, highlighting the Dodgers, Mariners, Brewers, Yankees, Rays, Guardians, Cubs and Red Sox.

CBS Sports • 22 Jul 12:45

Baseball analyst Dayn Perry predicts several high-profile moves before the trade deadline, including a possible deal involving Detroit pitcher Tarik Skubal and a multi-player trade between the Cubs and Mets.

ESPN • 22 Jul 11:00

With the trade deadline set for Aug. 3, MLB insiders note few teams are actively selling players, while demand for starting pitchers and relievers remains high, making the Tigers' decisions a potential catalyst for market activity.

MLB.com • 21 Jul 17:42

With the MLB trade deadline approaching, Boston, Baltimore, Toronto and several other clubs are weighing roster upgrades and potential deals, especially at catcher and pitching.

CBS Sports • 21 Jul 16:48

With the MLB trade deadline nearing, Detroit appears set to keep pitcher Tarik Skubal, whereas San Francisco may trade outfielder Heliot Ramos. Yankees target catcher Ryan Jeffers.

CBS Sports • 21 Jul 13:00

With the August 3 deadline less than two weeks away, experts weigh which teams may buy or sell key pitchers and position players, highlighting possible destinations for several notable athletes.

CBS Sports • 20 Jul 15:24

With two weeks left before the August 3 trade deadline, analysts have grouped all 30 MLB clubs into categories ranging from obvious buyers to obvious sellers based on their playoff prospects and roster strategies.

Bleacher Report • 16 Jul 11:08

An analysis of all 30 MLB clubs projects which teams are expected to purchase players, which may sell, and the positions they are likely to target before the 2026 trade deadline.