Diamondbacks eye Luis Garcia Jr. as trade target ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:04 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks are reportedly targeting Washington Nationals slugger Luis Garcia Jr. as the trade deadline approaches. With the Diamondbacks in contention for a Wild Card spot and struggling at first base with a.599 OPS, Garcia's.882 OPS presents a significant upgrade. Garcia has 23 home runs this season and is under club control through 2027, making him an attractive candidate. The Nationals are open to trade offers, but acquiring Garcia could require giving up considerable assets. The Diamondbacks aim to strengthen their lineup to boost postseason prospects.
- •Diamondbacks tied for NL Wild Card spot with Phillies as of July 31, 2026
- •Luis Garcia Jr. has 23 home runs and a.882 OPS this season
- •Current Diamondbacks first basemen rank last in MLB OPS
- •Nationals willing to consider offers for Garcia, who is under contract until 2027
- •Acquiring Garcia may come at a high trade cost for the Diamondbacks
- 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks linked to 23-homer Nationals lefty slugger as 'perfect' trade target
"This Nationals slugger would be a great addition for the D-Backs.
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