Teams with prospects to trade 2026

Key Points:

• The 2026 MLB Trade Deadline is approaching on Monday, Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. ET, with teams still deciding whether to buy or sell, making each game critical for playoff-contending clubs like the Padres and Tigers.
• The Nationals lead the Majors in runs scored and share the highest team wRC+ (112) with the Dodgers, focusing on offensive prospects like Brady House to replace key players, while the Red Sox emphasize pitching development and have traded pitching assets for needed right-handed bats.
• The Dodgers have a deep outfield prospect pool, including five Top 100 talents such as Josue De Paula and Eduardo Quintero, who could be central pieces in trade talks despite the team's championship aspirations.
• The Rays face Rule 5 Draft protection challenges with 11 Top 30 prospects eligible this winter, potentially using these players as trade assets to strengthen their MLB roster in pursuit of the AL top seed.
• The Mariners may trade from their MLB pitching depth rather than top prospects like Kade Anderson or Ryan Sloan, highlighting hitters Felnin Celesten, Lazaro Montes, Michael Arroyo, and Jonny Farmelo as possible trade chips, while the Padres, despite a thin farm system, have intriguing young pitchers such as Kash Mayfield and Miguel Mendez who could be involved in deals.