As the MLB season moves past Memorial Day, teams are starting to assess their standings and make decisions ahead of the upcoming trade deadline on July 31. This part of the season is crucial as teams evaluate whether they will be buyers, sellers, or remain in their current positions.
The Colorado Rockies are struggling significantly, with reports suggesting they are on track to become one of the worst teams in MLB history. Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox are not performing much better. While they are not as poor as last year’s team or this season’s Rockies, they have already made some key moves. Notably, they traded pitcher Garrett Crochet during the offseason.
The White Sox may look to offload some of their players as well. Andrew Benintendi and Luis Robert Jr. could attract interest from teams looking to strengthen their offense. However, both players come with hefty contracts, which might deter potential buyers. Robert, in particular, has struggled this season, ranking among the lowest in OPS-plus among qualified players.
As teams prepare for the draft on July 13-14, the landscape of the league could shift dramatically. Many clubs will wait until after the draft to finalize their strategies for the trade deadline, but for some, like the Rockies and White Sox, the time to make changes is already pressing.