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How Every AL Team Is Preparing for the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline

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Oakland Athletics
The Oakland A's are the most obvious sellers in the league. With Mason Miller injured, Brent Rooker becomes their top trade chip. Expect Oakland to offload several players as they continue their extensive rebuild.
What Each AL Team Will Be Do at the MLB Trade Deadline
As the 2024 MLB trade deadline approaches, teams across the American League are gearing up for what could be a pivotal moment in their seasons. Whether they're buyers looking to strengthen their rosters for a playoff push or sellers planning for the future, every team has its own strategy. Here’s a look at what each AL team is expected to do at this year's deadline.

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New York Yankees
The Yankees are in a strong position, battling for the top spot in the AL East. They might consider parting with top prospect Spencer Jones if the right deal comes along. Key areas of focus include bolstering their bullpen and possibly adding a high-impact bat to ensure they stay ahead in the playoff race.

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Toronto Blue Jays
Sitting at the bottom of the division, the Toronto Blue Jays are likely to sell at the deadline. Players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette could attract significant interest. The team is looking to rebuild and stockpile young talent for future seasons.
Tampa Bay Rays
The Rays have already started selling, trading away key players like Randy Arozarena and Zach Eflin. More moves are expected as they look to offload veterans and focus on building a younger, competitive team for the future.

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Boston Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox are in a tricky spot, balancing between buying and selling. They need to address gaps in their pitching staff and may also look to trade some of their current assets to better align their roster for a playoff run.
Baltimore Orioles
Leading the division, the Baltimore Orioles are in a strong position but are still looking to improve. Adding a reliable starting pitcher and strengthening their bullpen could make them the favorites to win it all this year.
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Minnesota Twins
The Minnesota Twins are focused on pitching as they aim to close the gap in the AL Central. They are actively searching for starters and relievers who can provide depth and stability for the second half of the season.
Cleveland Guardians
Surprising many with their performance this season, the Cleveland Guardians are looking to go all-in. They have their sights set on acquiring a power bat and a top-tier reliever to solidify their chances in the playoffs.
Kansas City Royals
Initially seen as non-contenders, the Kansas City Royals have fought their way into the playoff picture. They are looking to add pieces, particularly in the outfield and bullpen, to support their surprising playoff push.
Detroit Tigers
The Tigers are in sell mode, with several players likely to be moved. Tarik Skubal, a Cy Young candidate, is expected to draw significant interest and could fetch a high return as Detroit continues its rebuild.
Chicago White Sox
This year’s Chicago White Sox were never going to be good, but they’ve been historically bad so far. The club is as strong of a candidate to sell as they come, and they’re going to be very active in the coming days. They have a number of top trade chips like Luis Robert Jr. and Garrett Crochet.

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Houston Astros
It took a little bit, but the Houston Astros are right back where they belong atop the AL West division. They’ve been tied to some high-profile roster upgrades like to propel them into the playoffs.
Seattle Mariners
Having already made moves to acquire Randy Arozarena and Yimi Garcia, the Mariners are not done yet. They are still on the lookout for additional bullpen help and possibly another bat to enhance their lineup.
Texas Rangers
The Texas Rangers are in a tough spot, moving from World Series champions to struggling to stay above .500. They are leaning towards selling, with several pitchers expected to be available for teams in need of starting depth.
Los Angeles Angels
The Los Angels are likely to sell, with Mike Trout's injury further complicating their season. They have valuable trade pieces but whether the front office will pull the trigger on big moves remains to be seen.
Oakland Athletics
The Oakland A's are the most obvious sellers in the league. With Mason Miller injured, Brent Rooker becomes their top trade chip. Expect Oakland to offload several players as they continue their extensive rebuild.
What Each AL Team Will Be Do at the MLB Trade Deadline
As the 2024 MLB trade deadline approaches, teams across the American League are gearing up for what could be a pivotal moment in their seasons. Whether they're buyers looking to strengthen their rosters for a playoff push or sellers planning for the future, every team has its own strategy. Here’s a look at what each AL team is expected to do at this year's deadline.

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How Every AL Team Is Preparing for the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline

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