Mike Moustakas
The obvious name, Kansas City Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas is a prime candidate to be traded at the deadline.
With the Royals in the midst of a mediocre year and the veteran on the verge of becoming a free agent, it would make a lot of sense for Kansas City to get something in return for their star.
Moustakas, 28, is slashing .271/.309/.542 with an .851 OPS.
He’s also provided serious power, as the left-handed-hitting Royal has produced 20 home runs and 47 RBI.
Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports has already reported the Red Sox’ interest in the slugger, and it would make a lot of sense if a deal is struck between the two teams.
With Dave Dombrowski at the helm for Boston, sacrificing prospects won’t be an issue.
It’s tough to see the Royals asking for anything less than one elite prospect, so it begs the question: Would Dombrowski deal Rafael Devers, the team’s top prospect not named Andrew Benintendi?
Only time will tell.