MLB Pipeline analysts Jim Callis and Jonathan Mayo have identified several Top 100 prospects as candidates to be dealt before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. The discussion took place on the latest MLB Pipeline Podcast ahead of the 6 p.m. ET cutoff.
Callis selected Dodgers outfielder Zyhir Hope as his top candidate, citing his power potential and defensive versatility. Hope, ranked No. 25 overall, is in Double-A and could be included if Los Angeles pursues a significant acquisition.
Mayo highlighted Yankees right-hander Elmer Rodríguez, noting his big-league experience and Triple-A success at age 22. Rodríguez could slot into a rebuilding rotation immediately, Mayo said.
Other names discussed include Brewers outfielder Josh Adamczewski, Dodgers outfielder James Tibbs III, Cubs infielder Jefferson Rojas, Mariners infielder-outfielder Michael Arroyo, Dodgers outfielder Charles Davalan and Guardians catcher-outfielder Cooper Ingle. Each was flagged due to limited paths to playing time on their current clubs.
The 2026 Trade Deadline remains scheduled for Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. ET, with teams still assessing buy or sell strategies.
