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10 MLB Trade Deadline Rental Bats on the Block in 2025

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OF Mike Tauchman, Chicago White Sox
He’s not the flashiest name on the market, but Mike Tauchman is playing winning baseball for the Chicago White Sox in 2025. The veteran outfielder is delivering at the plate with a 140+ wRC+ and remains versatile enough to handle both corner spots and center in a pinch. He won’t headline a deal, but for teams that need depth, defense, and a veteran presence, Tauchman fits the bill. Don’t be surprised if a playoff club buys low for his lefty bat and postseason-ready makeup.

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UTIL Willi Castro – Minnesota Twins
Willi Castro is 2025’s ultimate Swiss Army knife. Slashing .286/.363/.473 with a 138 wRC+, he’s unlocked a new level with the Minnesota Twins and can cover multiple positions at a starter’s caliber. The Twins are in the hunt but might still move him if the return is right — ownership likely won’t match his upcoming price tag. Castro’s defensive versatility, switch-hitting profile, and hot bat make him a dream deadline piece for teams craving lineup flexibility.
3B Eugenio Suárez – Arizona Diamondbacks
Eugenio Suárez is showcasing vintage power again in his walk year, slugging 21 home runs with an .825 OPS. Third base is thin on the market, so Suárez’s affordability ($15M) plus clubhouse presence add extra appeal. The Arizona Diamondbacks may need to pull the trigger and trade him while his value is at its peak. There’s even a world where they package him with pitching for a blockbuster. For contenders craving power and leadership, Suárez will be on every shortlist.
1B Rhys Hoskins – Milwaukee Brewers
Rhys Hoskins remains a classic Milwaukee Brewers trade chip: solid bat, expiring deal, and a front office unafraid to cash in. Hoskins’ line (.242/.337/.411, 10 HR, 109 wRC+) shows he’s still useful, even if his power hasn’t bounced all the way back post-injury. With Milwaukee’s tendency to maximize value, expect plenty of calls about Hoskins — especially with Andrew Vaughn in the fold. It’s unlikely the Brewers extend him, so he’s a prime candidate for teams needing right-handed pop.
DH Marcell Ozuna – Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves won’t fully sell, but if they slip back in the Wild Card race, Marcell Ozuna’s expiring contract makes him an obvious trade chip. The 34-year-old still crushes the ball and slots into any contender’s DH spot immediately. Atlanta’s front office may see this as a chance to free up at-bats for promising rookie Drake Baldwin while retooling for a push in 2026. Ozuna’s big bat and playoff experience would headline any team’s deadline shopping list — assuming Atlanta is willing to move on.
1B Josh Naylor – Arizona Diamondbacks
Josh Naylor’s blend of contact and power (.305/.358/.474, 9 HR, 9 SB) makes him one of the most intriguing rental bats. The 28-year-old rarely strikes out (12.7% K%) and delivers competitive at-bats every night. While the Arizona Diamondbacks could still extend or QO him, his balanced bat path could tempt plenty of playoff teams in need of a steady first baseman. He’s young enough to be more than just a rental — which could drive up the price at the deadline.
SS Bo Bichette, Toronto Blue Jays
While not guaranteed to be moved, especially if the Toronto Blue Jays see themselves as contenders, Bo Bichette is one to monitor as the deadline nears. His future in Toronto has been the subject of speculation for over a year. Although the Jays are currently in a playoff spot, front office decisions on long-term direction and recent contract moves could put Bichette’s status in limbo. The 26-year-old shortstop remains a premium offensive asset at a premium position. If Toronto falters, Bichette could suddenly become the blockbuster name that resets the deadline market.

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CF Cedric Mullins, Baltimore Orioles
Cedric Mullins looks like a near-lock to be wearing a different uniform by the time the MLB Trade Deadline arrives. The Baltimore Orioles aren’t headed for October baseball, and the 29-year-old center fielder is in the final year of his deal. Mullins brings postseason-caliber defense in a premium position and has pop in the bat—traits that will drive plenty of playoff-hungry teams his way. He’s unlikely to receive a qualifying offer, so Baltimore would risk losing him for nothing. Look for a contender with a shaky outfield setup to make a play for the speedy left-handed bat.

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INF/UTIL Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Pittsburgh Pirates
Looking for utility help? Isiah Kiner-Falefa could be your guy. He’s not flashy, but he brings speed, steady defense, and a grinder mentality to any roster. The Pittsburgh Pirates don’t have much incentive to hang onto him with free agency approaching, and contending teams are always in the market for bench flexibility. Kiner-Falefa won’t bring back a huge return, but for a club looking to patch an infield injury or upgrade a bench role, he’s a plug-and-play option who knows how to compete.

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1B/DH Ryan O’Hearn, Baltimore Orioles
Another Baltimore Oriole bat quietly having a stellar campaign, Ryan O’Hearn, is a sneaky trade chip for a front office looking to reload. The 30-year-old slugger is mashing his way into All-Star consideration and giving the Orioles exactly the type of sell-high opportunity that rebuilding clubs crave at the deadline. He’s a free agent this winter, and the Orioles are unlikely to offer him a long-term deal. O’Hearn’s left-handed power could be a difference-maker in a postseason lineup, especially in the right ballpark.
OF Mike Tauchman, Chicago White Sox
He’s not the flashiest name on the market, but Mike Tauchman is playing winning baseball for the Chicago White Sox in 2025. The veteran outfielder is delivering at the plate with a 140+ wRC+ and remains versatile enough to handle both corner spots and center in a pinch. He won’t headline a deal, but for teams that need depth, defense, and a veteran presence, Tauchman fits the bill. Don’t be surprised if a playoff club buys low for his lefty bat and postseason-ready makeup.

For all your MLB deep dives, check out our friends at Just Baseball.
UTIL Willi Castro – Minnesota Twins
Willi Castro is 2025’s ultimate Swiss Army knife. Slashing .286/.363/.473 with a 138 wRC+, he’s unlocked a new level with the Minnesota Twins and can cover multiple positions at a starter’s caliber. The Twins are in the hunt but might still move him if the return is right — ownership likely won’t match his upcoming price tag. Castro’s defensive versatility, switch-hitting profile, and hot bat make him a dream deadline piece for teams craving lineup flexibility.

10 MLB Trade Deadline Rental Bats on the Block in 2025

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