Top MLB Trade Candidates and Targets For All 30 Teams

Key Points:

• AL East: The Tampa Bay Rays lead the division and AL with the best record but may seek an offensive outfield upgrade; the Yankees aim to bolster their infield around star Ben Rice; the Blue Jays focus on pitching health and bullpen additions, while the Orioles and Red Sox are reluctant sellers with key players like Taylor Ward and Aroldis Chapman potentially on the trade block.
• AL Central: The Cleveland Guardians look to add a veteran bat to complement José Ramírez and strengthen their rotation; the White Sox likely to stand pat or make modest moves; the Twins and Tigers are sellers, with players like Joe Ryan and Tarik Skubal as trade candidates; Royals may consider trading veteran starters depending on season progress.
• AL West: The Mariners and Rangers are buyers aiming to improve depth and bullpen, with the Rangers possibly adding bullpen arms like Aroldis Chapman; the Athletics and Astros are reluctant sellers, with the Astros likely to hold onto stars like Yordan Alvarez; the Angels face a tough decision on Mike Trout amid poor team performance.
• NL East: The Braves and Phillies are buyers seeking impact right-handed bats such as Byron Buxton or Taylor Ward; the Nationals and Marlins are sellers with key prospects like CJ Abrams and James Wood attracting interest; the Mets are reluctant sellers with Freddy Peralta as a potential trade piece.
• NL Central and West: The Brewers and Pirates are buyers looking to strengthen pitching and offense, possibly targeting players like Tarik Skubal and Yordan Alvarez; the Cardinals and Cubs may make modest acquisitions; the Reds are buyers for pitching help and power bats; the Dodgers and Padres are buyers focused on pitching and offense improvements; the Diamondbacks are buyers contingent on rotation health; the Rockies and Giants are sellers or reluctant sellers with limited trade candidates.