Ten MLB prospects with trade potential ahead of deadline
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026

As the MLB trade deadline approaches on August 3, numerous teams are expected to trade prospects. Players such as Kevin Alcántara of the Cubs and Leo Bernal of the Cardinals are being considered for trades due to being blocked by established roster members. Other potential trades may involve Caden Bodine from the Rays and Andrew Fischer from the Brewers, who are viewed as valuable assets, especially when teams seek reinforcements. Additionally, Yankees pitcher Ben Hess and Dodgers outfielders Zyhir Hope and James Tibbs III are also likely to attract interest from teams looking to bolster their rosters in the final week before the deadline.
- •MLB trade deadline is August 3 at 6 p.m. ET.
- •Cubs' Kevin Alcántara is blocked by established outfielders.
- •Cardinals' Leo Bernal has strong trade potential due to organizational depth.
- •Yankees' Ben Hess offers valuable pitching depth.
- •Dodgers likely to trade outfield prospects as they have multiple top-ranked
- 3:00 PMCBS MLB — 10 prospects who could be traded at the MLB deadline: Ben Hess, Zyhir Hope, more young players who could move
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