Henry Roldán
Once the All-Star Game is over, the Major League Baseball trade deadline will begin to pick up much more steam. The contending teams will try to equip themselves for qualification, while others will trade important pieces with the upcoming season in mind.
As a result, here is a list of the batters who are most likely to switch teams in the near future, as well as what they can bring to the table.
Top Candidates to Be Moved During the 2022 MLB Trade Deadline
Andrew Benintendi
Probably the most coveted hitter for the trade deadline due to his great offensive season with the Kansas City Royals, which earned him a call to the All-Star Game.
Andrew Benintendi is a young left-handed hitter who hits for average with some power and is a Gold Glove in the outfield. That’s why half the league wants him.
Brandon Drury
In the best season of his eight-year major league career, Brandon Drury is aiming to be a great addition for a team before the trade deadline.
The Reds’ utility can play every position (except center fielder and catcher) and also can hit timely hits, as he has 18 home runs and 50 RBIs with a .276 average in 2022.
Ian Happ
Like Drury, Ian Happ has begun to attract the attention of many contenders for his good offensive perforrmance and ability to play both infield and outfield.
He has nine home runs this season with the Cubs after giving up 25 last season, and his reputation as a left-handed hitter with occasional power can help any lineup.
Bryan Reynolds
Since last season, he has been one of the most sought-after players on the market, and the Pirates do not appear to want to let him go.
Bryan Reynolds is once again having an excellent season, and many teams continue to ask about the services of the outfielder who can hit two-handed. However, the organization is debating whether to trade him and what his price would be.
Willson Contreras
It seems inevitable that one of today’s best catchers, Willson Contreras, leaves the Cubs in his final year of his contract.
In Chicago they want to get something in return for his services and many teams are interested in acquiring Contreras, who this season has 13 home runs with an OBP of .382, in addition to his good performance behind the plate and the aggressiveness with which he fights every game.
Josh Bell
The Washington Nationals first baseman is one of the few good things on the team this year, and his market value is slowly increasing.
In addition to his power hits, Josh Bell has significantly reduced his strikeouts, and with the designated hitter in both leagues, he may have a spot on any competing club in need of more.
