The Best Starting Pitchers Still Available on the Trade Market
With the trade deadline having passed, the biggest name to change hands was Tarik Skubal, who was sent to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a blockbuster deal. While Skubal was the top starter on the trade market, there are still several talented pitchers available for teams looking to bolster their rotations.
Casey Mize, Tigers
One of the most intriguing options on the trade market is Casey Mize, a right-handed pitcher for the Detroit Tigers. Mize has dealt with a nagging groin injury all season, but has looked strong in his two starts since returning from his third injured list stint. He’s an impact pitcher who should come at a reasonable price given the groin injury and lack of long-term control.
Mize is now 29 years old and has been outstanding when healthy this season. He’s an impact pitcher who can help teams win now, and his price may be more reasonable due to the groin injury and lack of long-term control.
Reid Detmers and José Soriano, Angels
Reid Detmers and José Soriano are two talented left-handers and right-handers, respectively, for the Los Angeles Angels. Both pitchers will remain under team control through 2028, making them attractive long-term buys. Detmers ranks 11th among all pitchers in WAR, and the belief is there’s still another level he can get to with a team that has its ducks in a row, pitcher development-wise.
Detmers has been impressive this season, and his trade value may be high due to his talent and the fact that he’ll remain under team control for several more years.
Clay Holmes and Freddy Peralta, Mets
Clay Holmes and Freddy Peralta are two pitchers for the New York Mets who have struggled with injuries this season. Holmes has not pitched in a major-league game since May 15 due to a broken leg, but has made two minor-league rehab starts and has looked good in both. Peralta, on the other hand, has simply not pitched well this season.
Both Holmes and Peralta are rentals, meaning they’ll be free agents after the season. Their trade value may be lower due to their injuries and lack of performance this season.
Kevin Gausman and Shane Bieber, Blue Jays
Kevin Gausman and Shane Bieber are two right-handers for the Toronto Blue Jays who have been steady and reliable this season. Both pitchers are rentals, meaning they’ll be free agents after the season. Gausman has been postseason- and big-market battle-tested, making him an attractive option for teams looking to bolster their rotations.
Bieber has been trending up before a recent hiccup, and his trade value may be high due to his talent and experience.
Robbie Ray, Giants
Robbie Ray is a left-hander for the San Francisco Giants who has been on a hot streak lately. He has a 1.65 ERA in his last 10 starts, and five of the 11 earned runs he allowed in those starts came in one game. Ray is a rental, but his trade value may be high due to his recent performance.
Joe Ryan, Twins
Joe Ryan is a right-hander for the Minnesota Twins who has been impressive this season. He’s really good, and teams are calling about him. Ryan will remain under team control through 2027, making him an attractive long-term buy for teams looking to bolster their rotations.
Other pitchers available on the trade market include Tyler Mahle, Dustin May, Trevor Rogers, and Brady Singer. Each of these pitchers has their own strengths and weaknesses, and teams will need to weigh the pros and cons of each before making a decision.
In conclusion, while Tarik Skubal’s blockbuster deal was the biggest news of the trade deadline, there are still several talented pitchers available for teams looking to bolster their rotations. From Casey Mize to Robbie Ray, there are many options to choose from, each with their own strengths and weaknesses.
