Two months into the 2026 Major League Baseball season, a list of ten players stands out for their potential impact on the playoff race and trade deadline.
Tarik Skubal of the Tigers remains the top name to follow. He threw 39 pitches in a simulated game while recovering from elbow surgery and is on track for a mid-June return. The two-time Cy Young winner could draw heavy trade interest if he stays healthy amid the Tigers' 4-21 skid since May 3.