Who Are The Most Likely Trade Candidates In MLB This Year?

Somehow, we're already nearly two months into the 2025 Major League Baseball season. With most teams having played at least 50 games, it's longer "early," meaning those at the top and bottom of the standings are looking towards July and the trade deadline.

This season, like in 2024, could be quieter around the deadline due to a lack of high-profile free agents to be. Along with the fact that several of those upcoming free agents are on teams in the thick of the postseason race, making trades unlikely.

Kyle Tucker, sure to be the most in-demand player on the free agency market this coming offseason, is on the first place Chicago Cubs. Hard to see him getting moved. Alex Bregman, who's likely to opt out of his contract after a stellar start to 2025, is on the Boston Red Sox who remain in playoff contention. 

But there are still several stars who could be dealt, and with contending teams already dealing with significant injuries at key positions, the bidding wars could be extremely competitive.

MLB.com surveyed a number of executives within the sport to see who they think is most likely to move, with some surprising, and unsurprising, results.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 07: Luis Robert Jr. #88 of the Chicago White Sox hits a home run in the first inning off Cooper Criswell  of the Boston Red Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on June 07, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

The player most likely to move, per the new survey, is Miami Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara. It's a sign of how few pitchers are available that Alcantara is the top candidate, while running an ERA over 8 through the first two months. But someone with his track record of success is always going to be in high demand, especially for