Major League Baseball’s trade deadline on Aug. 3 is less than two weeks away, prompting teams across the league to evaluate their rosters and pursue potential acquisitions. Several contenders and sellers have outlined their priorities and available pieces as the deadline approaches.
The Boston Red Sox, having improved their playoff position, are targeting infield reinforcements. The team has expressed interest in Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto, who has accumulated a WAR of 13.1 since the start of the 2024 season. At 25 years old with contract control extending through 2029, Neto represents a valuable trade asset, though the Angels may be reluctant to part with him. If that option does not materialize, Boston may pursue other middle infield solutions before the deadline.
The Cincinnati Reds, currently in last place in the NL Central with a -63 run differential, are positioned as sellers. Baseball operations president Nick Krall indicated openness to trading notable players including ace Hunter Greene, a hard-throwing pitcher approaching 27 years old with a club option through 2029. The Reds have multiple players eligible for free agency this winter, including Eugenio Súarez, Nathaniel Lowe, and Brady Singer, making the team a potential source for deadline deals.
The Seattle Mariners, despite a disappointing season, remain in contention in a weak AL West division and may pursue additional right-handed offensive help. The team has indicated willingness to discuss pitcher Emerson Hancock in potential trades, though such moves are unusual for teams seeking to add rather than subtract talent. Rotation depth, with the presence of Luis Castillo among other arms, has made Seattle a potential source of pitching acquisitions.
The Philadelphia Phillies, operating under interim manager Don Mattingly with general manager Dave Dombrowski in charge, are actively seeking rotation improvements. While their top three starters remain solid, the team is searching for both a fifth starter and potentially higher-caliber pitching capable of starting postseason games. The Yankees, meanwhile, are addressing the extended absence of reigning MVP Aaron Judge due to a ribcage injury sustained since the end of May by exploring acquisitions of a right-handed-batting outfielder in addition to their ongoing searches for catcher and bullpen upgrades to maintain their competitive position in the AL East.
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