Diamondbacks considering trading Eduardo Rodriguez as deadline approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 5:36 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks, currently at a 41-41 record and 2.5 games out of Wild Card contention, may consider trading starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Rodriguez is having a breakout season with a 2.27 ERA and has been discussed as a potential trade candidate due to his high value and contract control through 2027. Selling could provide the team with prospects and salary relief, which would be beneficial for their long-term strategy, despite the team's desire to remain competitive this season.
- •Diamondbacks are 2.5 games from Wild Card spot.
- •Eduardo Rodriguez has a 2.27 ERA with 70 strikeouts this season.
- •Rodriguez is under contract through 2027.
- •Arizona may shift to a seller strategy before the trade deadline.
- •Trading Rodriguez could yield substantial prospect capital.
- 5:36 PMYahoo Sports — Two reasons why Diamondbacks should trade Eduardo Rodriguez this summer
"Even if it's a year early, this move could spark a long-term turnaround.
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