Nationals, Marlins, Blue Jays face critical trade deadline decisions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:49 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
As the MLB trade deadline approaches, teams like the Washington Nationals, Miami Marlins, and Toronto Blue Jays are weighing their options. The Nationals, under new management, may choose to sell players to focus on rebuilding, despite a surprising offensive output. The Marlins are riding a hot streak and might acquire players to bolster their playoff push. The Blue Jays, struggling since their World Series run, are expected to buy if their performance improves in the second half of the season.
- •Nationals lead the NL wild-card race with a potent offense.
- •Marlins have the best record in baseball in June.
- •Blue Jays aim to bounce back after disappointing first half.
- 9:49 PMYahoo Sports — Buy, sell or stand pat? Sizing up the MLB trade deadline plans for the Nationals, Marlins, Blue Jays and more
"With so many teams in the middle of the standings, deciding whether to be a buyer or seller becomes a challenge.
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