Blue Jays consider trading top prospect Nimmala ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:35 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are in playoff contention despite a challenging season. With the trade deadline approaching, they may seek to improve their roster by potentially trading shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala, ranked as MLB's No. 45 prospect. Nimmala, 20, is batting.303 this season at Double-A. The Blue Jays have a surplus of shortstops, including their top prospect JoJo Parker, which could make Nimmala an attractive trade chip if the team decides to pursue upgrades before the deadline.
- •Blue Jays are in the playoff race despite struggles this season.
- •Arjun Nimmala is batting.303 in Double-A.
- •Nimmala could be traded to enhance the team's roster.
- •JoJo Parker is the team's top prospect, creating shortstop depth.
- 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays predicted to trade shortstop phenom to help MLB roster by deadline
"Toronto remains in the race even in a rocky season.
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