MLB trade deadline watch identifies key teams in sellers' market
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 12:37 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
As Major League Baseball approaches the Aug. 3 trade deadline, the appears dominated by sellers, with 23 teams still in playoff contention. The New York Mets and San Francisco Giants are expected to conduct significant trades as they focus on rebuilding. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins are positioned to bolster their rosters with several intriguing trade targets potential for playoff runs. The Detroit Tigers are weighing whether to trade Tarik Skubal or pursue immediate help for a surprise playoff push. These dynamics could shift drastically as teams reassess their strategies in the next couple of weeks.
- •23 teams are in playoff contention, limiting sellers to few franchises.
- •New York Mets and San Francisco Giants plan to trade veterans.
- •Detroit Tigers might trade Tarik Skubal or seek bullpen help.
- •Atlanta Braves are potential buyers as they aim for postseason success.
- •Miami Marlins could also be looking to strengthen their roster.
- 12:37 PMYahoo Sports — MLB trade deadline watch: These five franchises could hold all the cards
"With buyers outnumbering sellers, these five teams could have the biggest impact on MLB's trade deadline landscape.
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