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As the MLB trade deadline nears, the Arizona Diamondbacks are expected to be active in the market. Key players, including Eugenio Suarez and Josh Naylor, could be on the block as the team seeks to boost its future prospects. The Diamondbacks, currently trailing in playoff contention, may opt for a strategy that balances selling veteran talent while looking to acquire new pitching prospects. Other teams in the league are also making strategic moves, adding to the anticipation surrounding the upcoming trade deadline.
PHOENIX – As the MLB trade deadline approaches on July 31 at 6 p.m. ET, the Arizona Diamondbacks are expected to become sellers in the trade market. The team is likely to offer several players, including Eugenio Suarez, who has emerged as a key target for various teams looking to bolster their rosters before the postseason push.
The Diamondbacks currently sit with a record of 47-50, placing them 5.5 games behind the third wild-card spot in the National League. Consequently, they may look to trade Veteran players regarded as rental assets, including third baseman Eugenio Suarez, first baseman Josh Naylor, and pitchers Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly. Suarez is drawing significant interest from contenders such as the Seattle Mariners and the New York Yankees and has become the most sought-after position player on the market.
With the deadline approaching, other teams are also making strategic decisions. The Boston Red Sox have opted to remove Alex Bregman from trade discussions due to their own playoff contention aspirations, which reflects the tight competition for postseason spots. The Milwaukee Brewers, meanwhile, appear unlikely to trade Freddy Peralta, focusing instead on solidifying their current position.
Despite having the worst earned run average (ERA) in Major League Baseball among pitchers with at least 90 innings, Sandy Alcantara remains an interesting target for teams due to the potential upside. In the Minnesota Twins camp, closer Jhoan Duran and other relievers like Danny Coulombe and Griffin Jax are also viewed as potential trade chips, although the Twins are hesitant to part with their All-Star starter Joe Ryan unless they receive an “overwhelming” offer.
The New York Yankees General Manager has made it clear that the team plans to aggressively pursue improvements in their pitching, particularly in the starting rotation and bullpen, as well as potentially seeking a third baseman to address their needs. Similarly, the New York Mets are prioritizing bullpen reinforcements to address injuries that have impacted their pitching staff, while the Los Angeles Dodgers, who hold the best record in the National League, are considering ways to enhance their bullpen while managing the health of their starters.
In the National League, the Chicago Cubs seek additional starting pitching, and the Philadelphia Phillies are looking to enhance their bullpen to better their playoff chances. Conversely, the Toronto Blue Jays are anticipated to be active in acquiring new talent following a strong performance leading into the trade deadline.
On the other hand, the Seattle Mariners are focusing on improving their offense, particularly seeking help at first and third base. Given their previous struggles with payroll flexibility, they are now expected to have some room for maneuvering as the trade deadline approaches.
Returning to the Diamondbacks, although they may lean towards selling, there remains a chance they could pursue a mixed strategy of both buying and selling. The team is particularly interested in acquiring pitching talent to enhance their farm system, especially after recent injuries to key players such as Corbin Burnes, who underwent Tommy John surgery. Should the Diamondbacks decide to make trades, they would prefer to secure pitching prospects that would support a competitive outlook for the future.
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