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Veteran MLB Stars on Struggling Teams Likely to Be Traded at Deadline

Tommy Pham: Trade Deadline’s Frequent Flyer

Tommy Pham’s career exemplifies the unpredictability of MLB’s trade deadline. The outfielder, who has been traded three times within 48 hours of the deadline, is likely on the move again this season. This recurring situation highlights a trend where veteran players on short-term deals often find themselves as trade assets, offering potential value to contending teams while allowing struggling franchises to reset for the future.

For front offices, signing experienced players to one-year deals has become a strategic norm. Teams avoid long-term financial commitments and gain the flexibility to trade these players if the season doesn’t pan out as hoped. This minimal-risk, high-reward strategy can accelerate rebuilds, as evidenced by the Kansas City Royals’ trade of Aroldis Chapman, which yielded talented pitcher Cole Ragans, now an All-Star.

As the trade deadline nears, several veterans are poised to be moved. Players like Pham, who has been productive for the White Sox, and others such as Paul DeJong, Erick Fedde, and Jack Flaherty could significantly impact playoff races. Fringe contenders like the Mets and Rangers also hold valuable assets in players like Kevin Pillar and Jesse Winker, who could bolster teams hungry for talent.

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Dave Gallo is a leading sports bettor and handicapper since 1999, known for his impressive 10-0 winning streaks. A journalism, advertising, and media studies major at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he combines his betting expertise with academic knowledge. Gallo's strong work ethic and passion for sports fuel his ongoing success and scholarly pursuits.

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