But with the shortened season, the players who opted-out, and how the campaign has unveiled thus far, it seems like we’re looking at the quietest trade deadline in Major League Baseball history.

As you may know by now, this season has been far from normal. Besides the multiple Covid-19 outbreaks, rule changes, postponed games, expanded playoffs pool,and constant double-headers, the teams that weren’t supposed to be good had been dominating.

Most MLB Managers Wary Of Making Moves

That means most executives and MLB managers are still wary of making moves considering the playoffs aren’t out of reach even for struggling teams after a third of the season is in the books, thus making it harder to know who’s going where.

Then again, there is a handful of players that have been linked with a move out of their current clubs, with several MLB managers and executives rubbing their hands with the chance of landing them at a discount.

Most Likely Trade Candidates

According to MLB, Taljuwan Walker, Kevin Pillar, Trevor Rosenthal, Kevin Gausman, Jonathan Schoop, Keone Kela, and Alex Cobb are the most likely trade candidates as we continue to approach the deadline.

Moreover, Cleveland Indians’ starting pitcher duo Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac were also rumored to be on the move, with both the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox reportedly inquiring about their availability.

The August 31 trade deadline will most likely seal the fate of some teams. Whether they want to continue pursuing a playoff berth or planning ahead of the 2021 campaign will depend on their approach but for now, we wouldn’t count on any ground-making moves.

Clevinger and Plesac went out for a drink in Chicago. That drink may have costthem their career at Ohio, as veteran Oliver Perez and other players have vowed to leave the team if they’re ever allowed back in the rotation.

That put the Indians on a bit of a predicament but it might as well be a blessing in disguise. At the end of the day, they’re both very good pitchers that could draw a lot of value in the trade block, and Cleveland could certainly use a couple of new pieces.

New York Yankees A Likely Destination

The New York Yankees have plenty of bats to spare. What they lack is a trustworthy rotation, even after Gerrit Cole’s addition. It’s been clear that the Bronx Bombers have needed more arms for years, and this may be the perfect opportunity for them.

Aaron Boone has never been fond of Clint Frazier, while Miguel Andújar has struggled with his swing all year. Estevan Florial and/or Canaan Smith could also be a part of any potential move for either Plesac, Clevinger, or even both, according to Fansided.

Boston Red Sox Craving Pitchers

There’s also the possibility that the Boston Red Sox try to make a move planning ahead of next season. They could add Clevinger and Plesac and hope Chris Sale finally comes back at full strength. Add Xander Bogaerts, JD Martínez, and Rafael Devers to the mix and they could think about contending again.

The Red Sox could try and create a package centered around Alex Verdugo to get one of those guys and improve their horrid 7.19 ERA. You know what they say: one man’s garbage is another man’s treasure.