One Player Each Team Should Consider Trading

American League East

Baltimore Orioles - Trey Mancini

Mancini was diagnosed with colon cancer prior to the start of the 2020 season. Luckily, he has made a full recovery and should available this year. Prior to his diagnosis, Mancini was easily the best, most consistent player on the Orioles. He's a versatile outfielder that has experience at first base and as a designated hitter. The current state of the Orioles is looking bleak for the immediate future. They should look to trade Mancini to a contender and take advantage of his trade value while it's high.

Boston Red Sox - Nathan Eovaldi

Eovaldi was instrumental to the 2018 Red Sox World Series championship. He tossed 8 innings against the Dodgers giving up a total of 1 earned run in that Fall Classic. His postseason performance was good enough to earn a 4-year, $67.5 million deal in 2019. Unfortunately, he took a step backward that season posting an ERA of 5.99 over the 23 games he appeared in. This past season, he was able to rediscover his stuff. The Red Sox should look to get younger, and could do so by fielding calls for Eovaldi's services. A starting pitcher capable of coming out of the bullpen in the postseason makes him extremely desirable. If the Red Sox fall out of contention it wouldn't be surprising to see him in another uniform in 2021.

New York Yankees - Gary Sanchez

A few seasons ago it would have been blasphemous to include Sanchez on a trade list. However, he posted a career low .147 batting average and .618 OPS last year. The Yankees lineup has overcome his hitting woes in the past. It's his defensive metrics that have cost the team. Among qualified catchers this past year, his numbers were the worst in Fielding Percentage, Defensive WAR, and Passed Balls. He became such a liability that he was pulled in the postseason in favor of Kyle Higashioka. Sanchez is only 28 years old and has a ton of potential, which is why the Yankees should listen to offers. With the pressure fully on Aaron Boone we could see Sanchez fall out of favor, especially if his defensive struggles continue. It should be noted the Yankees signed catcher Robinson Chirinos this offseason.

Toronto Blue Jays - Tanner Roark

As the saying goes, "you can never have too much starting pitching." This is very true, but the Jays should explore options for Roark. The Blue Jays have been extremely active this offseason and have the following options to fill their rotation: Ryu, Pearson, Matz, Stripling, Ray, Chatwood, Merryweather, and Roark. Roark is in the final year of his contract, and it would make perfect sense to flip him for bullpen or lineup depth. The pro of Roark last season was that he was second on the team in innings pitched. The con of Roark last season was that he held a 6.80 ERA.

Tampa Bay Rays - Joey Wendle

There isn't an organization that does better at buying low and selling high. We've seen that no player is off limits when it comes to the Rays. Wendle is a prime candidate for the Rays to flip for future prospects. He's coming off a year in which he hit .286, stole 8 bases, and compiled 73 total bases. Along with these stats, he is extremely versatile in the field. The Rays have prospects Wander Franco and Vidal Brujan knocking on the door if Wendle is moved.

American League Central

Chicago White Sox - Jace Fry

The White Sox have an embarrassment of riches. It's evident by looking through their roster they don't have many weaknesses. However, Fry would be a good candidate to be traded if the White Sox are looking for future goods. Fry is a left-handed relief pitcher that put up respectable numbers last year. These include an ERA of 3.66 in 19.2 innings. It could really benefit the White Sox to trade him while his stock is so high.

Cleveland Baseball Team - Shane Bieber

It's fair to say Cleveland is looking to rebuild with their latest trade of Francisco Lindor. Cleveland should be looking at dealing Bieber now. The 2020 AL Cy Young Award Winner is in his prime and on the verge of cashing in after the 2021 season. Chances that Bieber replicates his numbers from this past season are slim, but that doesn't mean he can't contend for Cy Young Awards in the future. If Cleveland is fully committed to building for the future then Bieber would get them a haul. Having said all that, I could see Cleveland in contention for the postseason this year.

Detroit Tigers - Daniel Norris

The Tigers would like to trade Miguel Cabrera and his $30 million a year contract. No team will take on that contract without him restructuring his current deal. The next logical name to be moved would be Daniel Norris. He's a left-handed arm with relief and starting experience. Norris is going into free agency after the season, making this an opportunity to get something for him.

Kansas City Royals - Whit Merrifield

The Royals have been as active as any team this offseason. They've gone out and made some great veteran acquisitions. However, it's going to be difficult to compete for the AL Central crown. If the Royals find themselves on the outside looking in by the trade deadline this could be the year Merrifield gets moved. He's a career .295 hitter that has shown his versatility, but he is getting up there in age at 32.

Minnesota Twins - Keoni Cavaco

The Twins have been one of the most consistent organizations the past few seasons. Unfortunately, they don't have a single postseason victory to show for their regular season success. It feels like they are gearing up for another successful year, but a rebuild could be coming. I expect the Twins to challenge for the AL Central title this year. That being said, I could see them trading Cavaco (#7 prospect in Twins minors) for more starting pitching. Cavaco is expendable at this juncture because top prospect, Royce Lewis, plays the same position as him and is expected to be the face of the organization.

American League West

Los Angeles Angels - Brandon Marsh

The Angels have a generational talent on their roster. Mike Trout is locked up for the next 10 seasons, but isn't getting any younger. This season may be one of the most critical in his young career. The Angels will be getting Pujols $30 million a season off the books after 2021. That available money could be used to sign a free agent in 2022 or to retaining a pitcher received in a trade this season. It's extremely unlikely the Angels shop Jo Adell. The next top prospect is outfielder Brandon Marsh. He could be traded for the huge arm they've been missing all these years.

Oakland Athletics - Ramon Laureano

A few seasons ago the future looked bright with the young core of players coming into their own. After three straight postseason exits without an ALCS appearance it appears the Athletics are at a crossroads. If the team is truly looking towards the future it would be best to entertain offers for Laureano. It's difficult to judge the abbreviated 2020 season, but Laureano was well below average in hard hit percentage, exit velocity, and strikeout percentage. It wouldn't be a popular move to part with him, but could be an opportunity to save money to extend core players like Chapman, Murphy, Olson and/or Luzardo.

Seattle Mariners - Kyle Seager

It may fall on deaf ears for Mariners fans, but if they can be patient for a couple more seasons they're going to like what you see. Seager has had a solid career for an organization that has been mostly irrelevant during that time-span. When the Mariners start fading this season it would be wise for them to shop Seager. This gives him an opportunity to win while allowing them to build for the future. This pick is ironic coming on the heels of what recently ousted Seattle Mariners President, Kevin Mather, said about Seager.

Texas Rangers - Joey Gallo

The Rangers are in full rebuild mode. They made this abundantly clear when they shipped Elvis Andrus and his contract to division rival Oakland. Gallo should be the next one to be moved. He's a gold glove right fielder and one of the biggest home run threats in the league. He's hit over 40 home runs in multiple seasons during his short career. Unfortunately, he's only registered a batting average above .250 once. Gallo is only 27 years of age and would yield a haul of prospects to get him. Expect ex-Ranger, now General Manager, Chris Young to be active in improving their farm system.

Houston Astros - Jeremy Pena

The Astros lost key player George Springer to free agency this offseason, but don't expect too much of a drop off. Their issues won't come on offense. Rather, it'll be their pitching that has the most to prove. If Framber Valdez, Christian Javier, and Jose Urquidy can continue their development they'll be a serious contenders for the west division. Pena is the fourth best prospect in the Astros system. He's listed as a 2nd baseman/shortstop. He'll be blocked in the majors, which is why he may be used to get more starting and/or relief pitching.

National League East

Atlanta Braves - Ender Inciarte

Similar to the White Sox, the Braves also have an embarrassing amount of riches on their roster. They bolstered their starting rotation this offseason by adding the 'clutch' Charlie Morton. If the Braves look to bring back Markakis that would make Inciarte the odd man out in the outfield with Acuna and Pache listed as the starters in the other positions. Inciarte is only 30 years of age and has multiple gold gloves. However, his availability to stay healthy has been one of his biggest hurdles in his career.

Washington Nationals - Will Harris

The Nats have made some great veteran additions, but the prevailing question is whether it will be enough? Every team in this division has a legit argument as to why they believe they can win the east. A healthy Strasburg makes this team a serious contender. Having said that, I think 2nd place is probably most realistic. If the Nats fall out of contention they should look to deal the reliable Will Harris. Relief pitching is essential come playoffs and could be a great way for them to build around Juan Soto.

New York Mets - Ronny Mauricio

It's amazing how quick the perception of an organization can change with new ownership. A billionaire willing to spend money, who would've thunk. There is going to be a ton of pressure on the Mets this season with the addition of Lindor. They could be in the market for another starting pitcher after missing out on the Trevor Bauer sweepstakes. Mauricio is the top prospect in the Mets organization and could be a prize used in a trade. If the Mets want to solidify their postseason chances they may look at trading Mauricio for a proven starter. Maybe a guy like Madison Bumgarner or Nathan Eovaldi.

Philadelphia Phillies - Archie Bradley

There may be buyer's remorse from the Phillies and Bryce Harper. $26 million per season to one player definitely hampers what an organization can build around Harper. On the contrary, when you're considered a generational type talent you expect players to want to play with you, and expect your organization to make that happen. Regardless, it's going to be difficult for the Phillies to make it to the postseason with the crowded NL East. To make things worse, the Phillies farm system is ranked in the bottom third of the league. I anticipate they will be out of the postseason race come trade deadline. Thus, look for the Phillies to flip Archie Bradley for young core players.

Miami Marlins - Lewis Brinson

The Marlins surprised the world last year by not only making the postseason, but by winning a playoff series. It's going to be interesting to see if they take a step backward during a full, 162-game, season. The good thing for the Marlins is that they have a top 3 farm system already. If the Marlins take a step backward this season we may expect to see their prospects making their MLB debuts. It wasn't long ago that Brinson was the prized asset received in the Christian Yelich trade. This season may be the most pivotal year in Brinson's young career. If he struggles out of the gates he could be a candidate to be traded, especially with all the talent waiting in the wings.

National League Central

Milwaukee Brewers - Daniel Vogelbach

The Brewers have a great chance to reconquer the NL Central. To do so, they will need Yelich to have a monster MVP-like season. If there is a team that will be significantly impacted by no universal designated hitter in 2021, it's them. The signing of Kolten Wong shifts Keston Hiura to first base. By doing so, it pushes former all-star, 30 home run man, Daniel Vogelbach into a backup role. It may benefit the Brewers to trade Vogelbach for starting pitching.

Chicago Cubs - Kris Bryant

The Cubs made it evident this offseason that a changing of the guard is on the horizon. Do they have the talent to compete for the postseason? Yes. However, if they fall out of the postseason chase it could become a fire sale. After 2021, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, and Javier Baez are all free agents. I think Baez will be safe with the Cubs, while the other two are probably on their way out. Expect teams such as the Braves, Dodgers, and Mets to give a call if the Cubs fall out of postseason contention.

Cincinnati Reds - Sonny Gray

The Reds are going to be an interesting team to monitor this season. They squeaked into the postseason in 2020 with the help of Cy Young Award Winner Trevor Bauer. With Bauer gone it now becomes Luis Castillo's rotation. Even then, Castillo has been rumored to be included in trade discussions with the Yankees. A realistic pitcher to be traded if the Reds are not competing for the postseason is Sonny Gray. After a horrendous season with the Yankees in 2018, Gray has found his form with the Reds the past couple of years. It shouldn't come as surprise if he is donning an Angels uniform before the season ends.

Pittsburgh Pirates - Gregory Polanco

Ben Cherington, General Manager of the Pirates, is a brilliant mind. There were some moves during his tenure with the Red Sox that made fans scratch their heads, but he also helped build the the foundation for the team that won the world series. He's going into his second season with the Pirates and will continue to build their farm system. He's already traded fan favorite Josh Bell this offseason, and it's apparent more moves are coming. The immediate future of the Pirates is a bit hazy. This makes it easier for Cherington to trade large contracts and aging players. If Polanco can bounce back after a dismal 2020 campaign he'll be the next on the trade block.

St. Louis Cardinals - Elehuris Montero

The Cardinals should win this division. The acquisition of Arenando shows they are ready to compete with the likes of the Dodgers, Padres, and Braves. If Carlos Martinez can return to his all-star form it will go a long way in alleviating starting rotation questions. Now that Arenando has third base locked down for the foreseeable future I'd anticipate the Cardinals to use Montero (#8 prospect in Cardinals system) as a trade piece for a starting pitcher. This would also ensure they don't trade highly touted prospect Nolan Gorman.

Nationals League West

Los Angeles Dodgers - Matt Beaty

It's remarkable to think that 2020 postseason star, Julio Urias, is the Dodgers 5th starter. To say the Dodgers are the best team on paper would be an understatement. They have depth at every position and should be a shoe-in to make it to at least the NLCS. If the Dodgers want to go back to back they may look to add another relief arm. A player like Matt Beaty would be expendable and an option to use as trade bait.

San Diego Padres - Tucupita Marcano

The Padres have loaded up to beat the Dodgers. They've closed the gap, but lack the depth at key positions. This is something that could be exposed in a 162-game season. Specifically, the Padres could use some depth in the outfield. We could see the Padres trade Marcano (#6 prospect in Padres system) for a proven outfielder. Guys like Ramon Laureano, Mark Canha, or Gregory Polanco would make a lot of sense for the Padres.

San Francisco Giants - Brandon Belt

President of Baseball Operations, Farhan Zaidi, has done some good things in his brief time with the Giants. He's improved the farm system significantly, while parting with unwarranted contracts. Brandon Belt should be a guy the Giants move on from this season. He had his best season offensively last year by hitting for an average of .309 and an OPS of 1.015. He's heading into the final year of his contract and could be a huge addition to a team in the postseason race.

Colorado Rockies - Charlie Blackmon

If it weren't obvious before the Arenado trade, it certainly is now. They aren't going to be competing anytime soon. Their farm system is ranked among the worst in the MLB, and that factors in the prospects they received in the Arenado trade. If the Rockies are truly tanking they'll look to part with their aging superstar Charlie Blackmon. Blackmon is one of the games top outfielders despite his age, 34.

Arizona Diamondbacks - Madison Bumgarner

We're only two years into a five year deal and it appears the Diamondbacks should listen to offers for Bumgarner. Mad-Bum had a hellacious 2020 season. It's a fair argument to contribute his struggles to an abbreviated preseason and regular season. Still, the Diamondbacks should consider trading him. Teams in win now mode would be wise in pulling the trigger for him. Remember, Greinke signed a massive deal with the D-backs before being shipped to Houston after only 2.5 seasons in the desert.