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5 players you need to trade for on MLB The Show 23

By Justin Lewis

Apr 25, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Jhoan Duran (59) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 25, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Jhoan Duran (59) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports /
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The beauty of MLB The Show, besides its multi-platform availability, is its multiple options for gameplay.

Gamers can play Road to the Show, creating a player to work through the Minor Leagues and become a pro. Online Dynasty allows players to compete against others across the globe in competition.

Then there is Franchise Mode, in which you can take over your favorite team as coach and GM to build a dynasty for years to come.

This is a trading guide for MLB The Show 23 Franchise Mode

No team is perfect and as the general manager of your franchise, you can make the trades you want to improve your roster. Here are some players you should target, that are both gettable and will upgrade your team.

Willy Adames

Shortstop, Milwaukee Brewers 84 overall

Shortstop is a premier position in the pros and this is true on the game. No middle man is without his flaws, but Adames is one of the most well-rounded players on the game.

Guys like Oneil Cruz have cannons for an arm and a lot of pop from one side of the plate, but his fielding is low and cannot hit lefties. Bo Bichette can flat out rake, but he is weak defender.

Adames is tied for the seventh-highest rated shortstop on the game, but he is just entering his prime at 27 years old. He has the highest rating (82) power hitting against right-handed pitchers amongst the top 10 shortstops and the second strongest arm behind Carlos Correa.

The best part? He is only making $8.7 million, making him a budget friendly option as well.

A year of simulated franchise mode led to an interesting result. Adames hit 43 home runs and 116 RBI on his way to winning the National League MVP.

Make him a top priority.

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