Freddy Peralta, Luis Arraez, and others most likely to be moved at the MLB Trade Deadline
Key Points:
- Luis Arraez of the Giants is the top trade candidate, valued for his elite contact hitting and improved defense, with potential destinations including the Rays, Dodgers, and Yankees; his fantasy value could rise if he joins a stronger lineup.
- Robbie Ray, also from the Giants, is likely to be traded due to his expiring contract and mixed performance metrics, with teams like the White Sox, Brewers, Astros, and Phillies showing interest.
- Freddy Peralta of the Mets has underperformed this season but remains a trade target because of his affordable salary and past success, with possible moves to the Dodgers, Brewers, Astros, or Phillies.
- Luke Weaver, a Mets reliever with a strong recent performance and a $12.5 million salary for next season, could attract bullpen-needy teams such as the Pirates, Cubs, or White Sox, potentially boosting his fantasy value.
- Other notable trade candidates include Tarik Skubal (Tigers), Luis Garcia Jr. (Nationals), Dustin May (Cardinals), Luis Robert Jr. (Mets), Matt Chapman (Giants), and Jake McCarthy (Rockies), each with varying trade likelihoods and potential impacts on their fantasy value depending on destination and team contending status.