Potential MLB trades include Mets' Luis Robert and Orioles' Taylor Ward
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:34 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
As the MLB trade deadline approaches, speculation includes several surprising potential trades. The New York Mets may trade outfielder Luis Robert to the Houston Astros as they have young talent ready to fill his position. The Baltimore Orioles could deal Taylor Ward to the New York Yankees, providing the Yankees with right-handed power while the Orioles look to lead in the postseason. Additionally, Freddy Peralta may return to the Milwaukee Brewers from the Mets, who seek to recover prospect capital as their season takes a downturn.
- •Luis Robert may be traded from the Mets to the Astros before deadline.
- •Taylor Ward could join the Yankees as they recover from player injuries.
- •Freddy Peralta is a potential returnee to the Brewers from the Mets.
- •Mets aim to clear space in their lineup amid disappointing season.
- •Orioles are considering trading within their division, a rare occurrence.
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — 3 surprising MLB trade deadline deals that no one will see coming
"At least 1, if not all 3 of these trades will shock you
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