MLB 2026: Player every team should trade or trade for in July
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Key Points:
- Several MLB teams like the Brewers, Dodgers, and Rays are interested in acquiring pitcher Tarik Skubal, who is currently with the Detroit Tigers and likely to be traded if the Tigers fall out of playoff contention.
- The New York Mets are expected to trade starting pitcher Freddy Peralta, with the Chicago White Sox and Cubs as potential suitors looking to bolster their rotations.
- The Boston Red Sox face a tough decision on trading key players like Aroldis Chapman, Willson Contreras, or Sonny Gray as their playoff chances improve but remain uncertain.
- Catcher Hunter Goodman is a target for the New York Yankees to improve their lineup, while his current team, the Colorado Rockies, may consider trading him to rebuild.
- Other notable trade candidates include Joe Ryan for the Phillies or Braves, Reid Detmers for several teams needing rotation help, and Luis Arraez for the Guardians or Rangers to boost offense.
