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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HOUSTON, TX – JUNE 14: Derek Fisher #21 of the Houston Astros hits his first major league home run as well as first hit in the major leagues in the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park on June 14, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images) /

Chicago White Sox: Derek Fisher

The Houston Astros have built up one of the best lineups in the league, but all that could go for naught if their starting rotation blows up in the playoffs. They have been mentioned as a frontrunner to acquire Jose Quintana since it became evident last winter that the White Sox were heading for a rebuild. The Sox held onto Quintana to be moved at this trade deadline, and a bumpy 2017 is unlikely to destroy his trade value.

Derek Fisher’s raw power has been his best tool since his college days at the University of Virginia. In four seasons in the minor leagues, the big outfielder has 89 home runs. He made his MLB debut on June 14 and already has two home runs. Strikeouts are going to be a big part of Fisher’s game, but he also has a very patient approach at the plate and is willing to take a walk if it is given to him.

The White Sox made two big trades early in their rebuild that focused primarily on starting pitching. Targeting Fisher as the main piece in a Quintana trade gives them another promising hitter to pair with Yoan Moncada who is immediately ready to step into the starting lineup. If the White Sox pull this rebuild off, their fortunes could turn very quickly.

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