Names the Indians May Target as the Trade Deadline Gets Closer

MIL LHP Will Smith

Will Smith has just come back off the DL for the Brewers and with the NL Central being so good, the Brewers might as well sell in order to start rebuilding. Smith would bring a left handed arm the Indians would need. Although he has only pitched in 18 games, he has a career low 2.25 ERA and like most of the others on the list will just be hitting arbitration next year. The concern for him is his strikeout rate is down 5 points from last season to just 7.9. The Brewers may be stuck with some teams trying to buy low because of this versus holding onto him when he gets healthy again and improves his trade value. He would be a great target for Cleveland if the Brewers sell low right now.

Chances: 15%

OAK OF Josh Reddick

Like Smith, Reddick is also coming back from the DL and is set to hit free agency after the season since the two couldn’t come to terms on a deal before the season, making him a perfect trade candidate for the A’s. He’s hitting a career high .296 in 52 games so far, and can add some power as well, likely finishing in the 15-25 home run range. He will be in hot command from a multitude of teams, so the Indians would likely have to act quick if they want to get him before another team does.

Chances: 20%

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