MLB trade rumors: One player each team should target

PITTSBURGH, PA - JUNE 27: Andrew McCutchen #22 of the Pittsburgh Pirates catches a ball hit by Wilson Ramos #40 of the Tampa Bay Rays (not pictured) during the sixth inning at PNC Park on June 27, 2017 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) /

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MILWAUKEE, WI – JUNE 30: Edinson Volquez #36 of the Miami Marlins pitches in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on June 30, 2017 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) /

Seattle Mariners: Edinson Volquez

The Mariners are in a hard spot. They are in fourth place in the AL West, but hardly eliminated from the playoff picture this year. Injuries have held them back all season, especially in the starting rotation. Seattle’s starting lineup is completely set, but their rotation needs a pick-me-up if they are going to stay alive this season.

The 2017 season could be a lost one for the Mariners, and any trade they make at the deadline should be forward looking. Jerry Dipoto typically does a good job understanding the overall impact of his trades. Just, for the love of all that is holy, avoid trading with the Orioles at all costs.

Edinson Voluez started the year on a sour note, but has rebounded nicely. He is one of the better mid-tier arms that should be available at the trade deadline and offers the Mariners another year of control. Teams have been able to count on Volequez for over 30 starts and close to 200 innings for over five years now.

The Mariners need a starting pitcher who will stay healthy and eat up innings. Volquez can do that, without costing a hefty price for an organization that already has a weak farm system. Edinson Volquez can fill a need for the Mariners this year while they chase a playoff spot, but also next year when they get to healthy on Day One with the same deep lineup.

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