Wed Jul 23 18:30:00 UTC 2025: Here’s a news article summarizing the potential MLB trades discussed by Yahoo Sports analysts:
**Padres Eye Slugger, Yankees Target Pirates in Potential Blockbuster Trades**
As the MLB trade deadline looms, Yahoo Sports senior analysts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman have highlighted potential moves that could reshape playoff contenders. On their “Baseball Bar-B-Cast” podcast, the duo discussed scenarios ranging from calculated risks to bold acquisitions.
One of the most intriguing ideas is the San Diego Padres potentially acquiring Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. Despite Robert’s recent inconsistencies, Mintz believes Padres GM A.J. Preller may see an opportunity to “buy low” on the talented but flawed slugger. Robert’s positional versatility, playing both left and center field, could be a valuable asset to the Padres, even if it requires shifting other players around. Mintz also suggests that the Padres might be able to acquire him only giving up “one solid prospect”.
Meanwhile, Shusterman envisions a blockbuster trade between the New York Yankees and the Pittsburgh Pirates. With Aaron Judge in his prime, Shusterman argues the Yankees must aggressively pursue upgrades. He believes the Pirates could fill two crucial needs: third base and starting pitching. Specifically, Shusterman proposes the Yankees acquire third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes and starting pitcher Mitch Keller. Hayes, an elite defensive third baseman, could solidify the Yankees’ infield, while Keller would provide much-needed stability to their injury-plagued rotation. Shusterman also noted that the Yankees should pursue an additional outfielder from the Pirates.
Yankees GM Brian Cashman “has to be aggressive with this deadline” noted Shusterman.
Listen to the full conversation and analysis on the “Baseball Bar-B-Cast” podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all podcast platforms.
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