#mlb-trade

#mlb-trade

Of all the unlikely heroes around Major League Baseball this season, Andrew Vaughn stands out. Vaughn went from a former third-overall draft pick, to being demoted to the minors by the worst team in the American League, to the starting first baseman of the best team in baseball. The Milwaukee Brewers pulled him off the Chicago White Sox's scrap heap in June, and the rest is history.

"To say the last seven years were fun would be a huge understatement. The people I've met along the way have helped me grow into the player - and man - that my 12-year-old self would be proud of. It was a dream come true to debut with the team that drafted me, and I'll forever be grateful to the Dodgers for the opportunity they gave me."

Dustin May, a right-handed pitcher, was traded from the Dodgers to the Red Sox due to a potential loss of his spot in the rotation.

Alex Call's metrics showcase his value, including an 18.5% chase rate in the 97th percentile and a 16.8% whiff rate in the 86th percentile, emphasizing his strong plate discipline.

Tyler Glasnow spent the majority of his career with the Tampa Bay Rays before being traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he signed a five-year, $136.5 million contract.

The Braves have acquired right-hander Erick Fedde in a trade with the Cardinals, with an undisclosed amount of money headed to Atlanta to cover part of his salary.

Emmanuel Clase has been a top closer since 2021, recording 180 saves and a 1.77 ERA, making him highly sought after by teams like the Cubs.

Seth Lugo achieved six innings of two-run ball, marking his 11th quality start out of 19 appearances and maintaining a 2.95 ERA with a 22% strikeout rate.

Kwan would be one of the top hitters on the market if the Guardians made him available. Cleveland is willing to consider offers but are understandably setting a high asking price.

Eugenio Suárez has emerged as one of the most coveted bats on the trade market, hitting .257/.328/.605 with 36 home runs this season.

Noah Davis was traded to the Minnesota Twins from the Dodgers in exchange for cash considerations after being designated for assignment. He had previously been claimed off waivers by the Dodgers after being acquired from the Red Sox.

Garcia has drawn trade interest as the deadline approaches. Texas, sitting below .500, could sell, but remains close to a Wild Card spot.

Korey Lee has drawn trade interest from the Padres in 2025.

Adding Alcantara would set the Yankees up for years as the righty has multiple years of affordable team control left on his deal.

Posey's trade for Rafael Devers transforms the Giants' approach, indicating they are ready to be serious contenders rather than just settling for fiscal prudence.