Top 20 position player trade candidates

We rank the top 20 position players who could be dealt prior to the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Current performance, position, age, and years of control were taken into consideration.

• Top 20 pitcher trade candidates

1. Zach Neto, Angels

Position: SS
Age: 25
Contract: Arbitration-eligible through 2029
Trade probability: 50%

The Angels might not have a more attractive trade chip should they decide to enter a full teardown. Neto's not perfect, but he's an automatic 20-20 player and one of the better offensive shortstops in the league. The 25-year-old has three additional years of team control after this season.

2. Jeremy Peña, Astros

Position: SS
Age: 28
Contract: Arbitration-eligible through 2027
Trade probability: 45%

The Astros potentially face back-to-back years missing the playoffs, and the organization is in desperate need of some youth. Houston failed to reach an agreement on an extension with Peña over the winter, and it might be time to sell high on the shortstop. The Astros are no stranger to trading away star players nearing free agency, and moving Peña could allow them to add some talent across the roster.

3. Hunter Goodman, Rockies

Position: C
Age: 26
Contract: Arbitration-eligible through 2029
Trade probability: 20%

Goodman's arguably established himself the best offensive catcher in the sport, and it's not just because he plays at Coors Field. He's been one of the few bright spots in another disappointing campaign in Colorado. The Rockies, who occupy the NL's basement, are under no pressure to trade Goodman - he's not arbitration-eligible until next season. However, this could be an excellent opportunity for the front office to sell an asset at its peak to address a number of other holes.

4. CJ Abrams, Nationals

Position: SS
Age: 25
Contract: Arbitration-eligible through 2028
Trade probability: 35%

Abrams is enjoying the best season of his five-year career and appears to have developed into the star player the Nationals expected him to become. Washington opted to hold on to Abrams during the offseason, and the two-time All-Star's value has only increased. It's not easy to find a franchise shortstop, but maybe the Nationals use Abrams' breakout as a way to continue to build out the roster.

5. Francisco Lindor, Mets

Position: SS
Age: 32
Contract: Signed through 2031 (owed $170M)
Trade probability: 20%

Lindor's suffered through an injury-plagued season. His age and contract aren't in his favor. But he's also Francisco Lindor, the future Hall of Fame shortstop who's one year removed from a 30-30 season. Lindor does have full no-trade protection and hasn't shown any indication he wants to leave Flushing. The Mets might listen to offers, but they'll probably have to be overwhelmed by one to consider approaching him about a move.

6. Luis Arraez, Giants

Position: 2B/1B
Age: 29
Contract: FA after 2026
Trade probability: 100%

The three-time batting champion has rebounded nicely in San Francisco, so he'll undoubtedly be elsewhere come Aug. 3. Arraez sits third in the majors in average and second in hits (122), while his .805 OPS is his best since 2023. The one potential downside is that Arraez has publicly stated he doesn't want to move back to first base, as he feels the most comfortable at second (where he's played unusually solid defense). But that's hardly a deal-breaker.

7. Jung Hoo Lee, Giants

Position: OF
Age: 27
Contract: Signed through 2029 (owed $65.5M)
Trade probability: 40%

Lee doesn't bring much in the way of power, but he is enjoying his best season since arriving in the majors, and he gets on base at a reasonable clip. He can play right or center field, and although some of his defensive metrics aren't great, his arm makes up for some of the deficiencies. It's his expensive contract, which includes an opt-out after next year, that might keep Lee from being moved right now.

8. Ryan Jeffers, Twins

Position: C
Age: 29
Contract: FA after 2026
Trade probability: 55%

It's still a bit hard to tell what the Twins are going to do - they're three games out of a wild-card spot and somehow only five back in the AL Central. But even if they generally stand pat, Jeffers might find himself on the move as a rental. The Twins could trade Jeffers for younger pieces that can immediately step in and help them stay in the playoff race.

9. Luis García Jr., Nationals

Position: 1B/2B
Age: 26
Contract: Arbitration-eligible through 2027
Trade probability: 65%

García's out-of-nowhere breakout season has made him a wanted man. He's flying toward a 30-homer campaign and can play first or second base (he's played the former exclusively this year). But unlike Abrams - a true cornerstone player who'd be more difficult to trade as the young team around him starts to ascend - García's more of a glue guy having a great year. The Nationals could easily sell high on him for a nice return and continue chasing a surprising postseason appearance.

10. Mike Trout, Angels

Position: OF
Age: 34
Contract: Signed through 2030 (owed $148.5M)
Trade probability: 10%

It's once again time to wonder whether Trout finally wants out of Anaheim. The 12-time All-Star has remained committed to the floundering organization through the worst times, but maybe a front office change is enough to convince him to play elsewhere. While a Trout trade remains a long shot, the direction of the franchise paired with the fact that he's healthy and productive this season makes a move feel at least possible.

11. Rafael Devers, Giants

Position: 1B
Age: 29
Contract: Signed through 2033 (owed $228M)
Trade probability: 25%

The Giants probably wouldn't mind a do-over of the Devers trade. The 29-year-old hasn't exactly performed poorly, but the club isn't competitive as currently constructed and is saddled with a number of expensive long-term contracts. Devers would likely benefit from a better hitting environment, and he can still be a difference-maker for anyone looking for left-handed power. San Francisco would likely need to pay down some of his remaining contract or take back money in any deal.

12. Willy Adames, Giants

Position: SS
Age: 30
Contract: Signed through 2031 (owed $155M)
Trade probability: 40%

Here's another contract the Giants probably want to offload. Adames is very popular with fans and teammates alike, and while he has some deficiencies, he offers plenty of pop at shortstop and could boost his slash line if he got away from Oracle Park. But that contract - not to mention Adames' full no-trade clause - won't help the Giants move him right now. As is the case with so many of their other trade chips, San Francisco would likely have to eat a large chunk of Adames' deal to get value back in return.

13. Lars Nootbaar, Cardinals

Position: OF
Age: 28
Contract: Arbitration-eligible through 2027
Trade probability: 50%

Nootbaar is the kind of player that the Cardinals can sell high on while staying in the playoff hunt. He's slowly being squeezed out of St. Louis' outfield and would have value on the market as a left-handed platoon bat who plays solid defense at all three outfield spots and has team control remaining. There's a decent chance the Cardinals hold onto Nootbar for the stretch run, but they could also trade him to try to upgrade at another position, such as third base.

14. Spencer Jones, Yankees

Position: OF
Age: 25
Contract: Pre-arbitration
Trade probability: 65%

The Yankees will be buyers, and Jones, who made his big-league debut earlier this year, is once again one of their biggest trade chips. This might finally be the summer that he's moved. Though he struggled in his brief big-league cameo, Jones is hitting .276/.384/.568 with 14 homers and 10 steals in Triple-A. He deserves a chance to play every day in the majors. When - not if - the Yankees make their big trade in the next few weeks, Jones is very likely to be involved.

15. Matt Chapman, Giants

Position: 3B
Age: 33
Contract: Signed through 2030 (owed $100M)
Trade probability: 25%

Chapman's glove at third base remains elite, and he'd instantly improve any team's infield defense. His bat is another story. Despite his 93rd-percentile bat speed, his OPS has dropped by nearly 80 points, and he's no longer hitting for power. What share of those struggles can be blamed on Oracle Park is unclear, but potential suitors will have to grapple with the question, no matter how much of the contract San Francisco might be willing to pay down. Other roadblocks include Chapman's no-trade clause and an abdominal injury that's kept him out of action since early July.

16. Bo Bichette, Mets

Position: SS/3B
Age: 28
Contract: Signed through 2026 ($42M player option 2027, 2028)
Trade probability: 25%

Trading Bichette would be complicated. The 28-year-old can opt out of his contract this offseason or next, or he could play out his entire deal. Bichette also owns a full no-trade clause and has said he wishes to remain in Queens. After a slow start to his season, Bichette has been much better since June, and he has the ability to play multiple defensive positions.

17. Jo Adell, Angels

Position: OF
Age: 27
Contract: Arbitration-eligible through 2027
Trade probability: 75%

If an Angels hitter is moved this summer, it'll almost certainly be Adell. The return will be fascinating considering his bat has declined and he's been a defensive liability (save for one headline-grabbing game in April). On the other hand, Adell's one year removed from a breakout 37-homer season, he's just 27 years old, and he has another year of team control remaining. Some teams will believe they can unlock his potential, and he might also benefit from the change of scenery.

18. Ty France, Padres

Position: 1B
Age: 32
Contract: FA after 2026
Trade probability: 95%

France has been incredible with the Padres and looks destined to be on the move for a second consecutive deadline. The 32-year-old leads San Diego in OPS and is second on the club in homers. France has gotten the bulk of his work against right-handed pitching, but he's hammered lefties when he's gotten the chance, slashing .338./397/.569 in 72 plate appearances.

19. Eugenio Suárez, Reds

Position: 3B/DH
Age: 35
Contract: FA after 2026 ($16M mutual option 2027)
Trade probability: 60%

It's been a miserable season for Suárez, who's gone from 49 homers last year to 13 in 286 plate appearances as Cincinnati's DH. His Baseball Savant page has more blue than the Atlantic Ocean. But he's signed to a reasonable one-year deal with an option that can be easily declined, and he's been hitting better of late - a .800 OPS with five homers since July 1. As a veteran DH who will probably cost far less than other hitters on the market, Suárez should intrigue contenders in need of some power.

20. Daulton Varsho, Blue Jays

Position: OF
Age: 30
Contract: FA after 2026
Trade probability: 70%

Although Varsho's in the midst of one of his worst offensive seasons, he remains a power threat and an elite defensive center fielder. Sure, he can strike out a lot and he doesn't have a great arm, but his ability to get to almost any ball in center field is something any contender could use come playoff time.

Other trade candidates: Isaac Paredes, Christian Walker, Jonah Heim, Jeff McNeil, Taylor Ward, Ryan Mountcastle, Gleyber Torres, Lane Thomas, Starling Marte, Jorge Soler, Josh Bell, Jasson Domínguez, Matt Shaw, Tyler Stephenson, Nathaniel Lowe, Jake McCarthy, Jorge Polanco, Luis Robert Jr., Luis Torrens, Mickey Moniak, George Springer