The MLB trade deadline has come and gone, leaving teams with their final rosters for the stretch run of the season. Let’s take a look at which teams came out as winners, losers, and snoozers in this year’s deadline deals.
Starting with the winners, the Baltimore Orioles made some smart moves to improve their rotation and bullpen without sacrificing their future prospects. The addition of players like Zach Eflin and Trevor Rogers should bolster their pitching staff for the remainder of the season. Similarly, the Chicago White Sox and Detroit Tigers made strategic moves to strengthen their rosters for the playoff push.
The Kansas City Royals also deserve recognition for sticking to their plan and acquiring assets to help their bullpen and infield depth. The Los Angeles Angels managed to get quality prospects in return for their trades, making them winners in this year’s deadline deals.
On the other hand, the Atlanta Braves, Cleveland Guardians, and Houston Astros may have missed the mark with their deadline moves. The Braves’ reunion with Jorge Soler and Luke Jackson could be risky, while the Guardians’ acquisitions may not be enough to solidify their playoff position. The Astros’ trade for Yusei Kikuchi raises questions about their pitching depth heading into the postseason.
Several teams fell into the snoozer category, including the Arizona Diamondbacks, Boston Red Sox, and Colorado Rockies. These teams made minor moves that may not have a significant impact on their postseason chances. Ultimately, the trade deadline saw a mix of winners, losers, and snoozers as teams positioned themselves for the final push towards the playoffs.
