Here’s a breakdown of the trade deadline situations for the teams mentioned in the article:
Need: Top-of-the-rotation starter, high-leverage reliever, left-handed hitting second baseman, potentially a third baseman.
Impact of Injuries: Lance McCullers Jr.’s injury (finger blister) exacerbates their need for a starter.
Rotation Outlook: Spencer Arrighetti and Cristian Javier are expected back in August, but the team still wants an ace.
Contractual Considerations: framber Valdez is approaching free agency, making a pitcher with club control desirable. Choice Plans: If a starter isn’t available, they’ll pursue a reliever. Paredes’ injury opens up the possibility of looking for a third baseman.
Seattle Mariners:
need: Critically important offensive upgrades,particularly at first and third base.
Offensive Struggles: Their first and third basemen have combined for only 21 home runs this season, with 10 coming from the released Rowdy Tellez. Rookie Ben Williamson has only one homer in 265 plate appearances.
Luminous Spots: Cal Raleigh is a major offensive force (38 homers, .983 OPS). Randy Arozarena is also contributing (18 homers, 10 in his last 17 games).
Miami Marlins:
Potential Trade Pieces:
Starting Pitchers: Edward Cabrera (returned from elbow discomfort) is a potential target. Sandy Alcantara is less likely due to his high ERA.
Center Fielder: Dane Myers (29) is a plus defender with a strong OPS against lefties. He’s affordable and under club control for four more seasons, making him a valuable asset for a contender.
Marlins’ Motivation: They have a potential replacement for Myers in Triple-A (Jakob Marsee), suggesting they might be willing to move him.
Los Angeles Angels:
Owner’s Stance: Arte Moreno is unlikely to authorize an “all-out sale.”
Potential “Sell” Scenario (if Moreno were to change his mind):
Pitchers: José Soriano (RHP, club control), Yusei Kikuchi (LHP, large contract), Reid Detmers (LHP, club control, potential starter).
Outfielders: Taylor Ward (under contract thru 2026), Jo Adell (potential to sell high).
More Likely “Sell” Scenario: Trading impending free agents like Tyler Anderson (LHP), Kenley Jansen (closer), Luis Rengifo (infielder), and Yoan Moncada (3B).
“Buy” Scenario (if Moreno decides to spend): They could upgrade any part of their roster.
