The trade deadline is scheduled for August 3, with significant player movement expected as the deadline approaches. Multiple teams have expressed interest in Mets right-handed pitcher Freddy Peralta despite his performance this season. His ERA stands at 4.99, with a fielding-independent pitching mark of 4.47, both representing his worst numbers since becoming a full-time starter in 2021. New York’s defense ranks 25th in outs above average, and some scouts believe acquiring teams could improve his results. The Cubs are considered a potential destination given manager Craig Counsell’s prior relationship with Peralta from their time with the Brewers.
The Philadelphia Phillies have identified multiple areas for improvement following their recent struggles. Star outfielder Bryce Harper publicly stated the team needs additional help at the deadline. The Phillies have posted a record of 3-8 since the All-Star break and scored only 43 runs across 11 games during that stretch. Philadelphia seeks a right-handed outfielder and a third-base upgrade over current player Alec Bohm, with recent bullpen depth concerns following an elbow injury to Brian Keller. The team maintains a two-game lead for a wild-card position.
Several transactions and player movements are already taking shape around the league. The Texas Rangers acquired catcher Logan O’Hoppe and reliever Chase Silseth from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for minor-league infielder Angel Arredondo. O’Hoppe, 26, remains under team control through 2028, though he is currently hitting .209 with a 62 OPS+ this season. Silseth, also 26, has compiled a 2.72 ERA with 48 strikeouts and 22 walks across 39⅔ innings. Clay Holmes, a Mets right-hander recovering from a leg injury sustained on May 15, drew scouts from multiple contending teams during a rehabilitation appearance in Low Class-A, where he threw 59 pitches across four scoreless innings.
The Minnesota Twins indicated they intend to add players rather than sell ahead of the deadline, according to general manager Jeremy Zoll. The organization holds controllable starter Joe Ryan and rental catcher Ryan Jeffers as potential assets. Miami’s Marlins are open to trading catcher and first baseman Liam Hicks, who is under team control through 2030, following the emergence of rookie Joe Mack. Six teams, including the Dodgers, Rangers, Rays, Red Sox, White Sox, and Yankees, are seeking catching help. The St. Louis Cardinals plan to remain focused on long-term rebuilding efforts rather than competing heavily at the deadline, with rental pitchers Dustin May and Ryne Stanek expected to be moved.
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