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Even though the trade deadline is over, these players could still get dealt

By David Salituro

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JULY 28: Andrew McCutchen #22 of the San Francisco Giants runs the bases against the Milwaukee Brewers in the bottom of the first inning at AT&T Park on July 28, 2018 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JULY 28: Andrew McCutchen #22 of the San Francisco Giants runs the bases against the Milwaukee Brewers in the bottom of the first inning at AT&T Park on July 28, 2018 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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ARLINGTON, TX – JULY 20: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers watches his run scoring double against the Cleveland Indians during the first inning at Globe Life Park in Arlington on July 20, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX – JULY 20: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers watches his run scoring double against the Cleveland Indians during the first inning at Globe Life Park in Arlington on July 20, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) /

. 3B. Texas Rangers. Adrian Beltre. 4. player. 95

He’s in control of his own future, which makes this very interesting. The 39-year-old has a no-trade clause, and has made it clear he wants to stay in Texas. But he also wants another shot at winning his first World Series title. With the Rangers in last place, Beltre could be persuaded to move to a contender. He is owed $6 million on his contract for the remainder of the season, making it likely he will clear waivers. Beltre no longer has the power he once had, with just five home runs in 75 games this season, but he is still hitting .287 in his 21st year in the majors.

The Philadelphia Phillies are one possible destination for Beltre. Maikel Franco ranks 28th in WAR among third baseman this season, and the NL East-leading Phillies may look to upgrade. The Chicago Cubs are another potential landing spot. They already have a MVP-winning third baseman in Kris Bryant, but Bryant has struggled with injuries this season. On Thursday he went on the disabled list for the second time with shoulder inflammation. With Bryant’s status for the rest of the year in doubt, the Cubs could look to add a veteran bat as insurance.

player. 90. . SP. Washington Nationals. Gio Gonzalez. 3

The Washington Nationals decided not to deal Bryce Harper, but that doesn’t mean they are done unloading salary. That makes Gonzalez and his $12 million expiring contract a prime trade target. The 32-year-old has a 6-7 record this season with a 3.78 ERA. He is a good pickup for a contender looking to add a middle-of-the-rotation pitcher to their staff for the playoff run.

The Milwaukee Brewers are one contender searching for pitching help. Milwaukee was busy at the trade deadline, picking up Mike Moustakas from Kansas City and Jonathan Schoop from Baltimore. But they didn’t address their pitching, which became more urgent after starter Brent Suter was found to need Tommy John surgery.

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