McCutchen’s time in San Francisco might not last even one season. After trading for the former NL MVP this offseason, the Giants could look to move McCutchen’s $14.75 million contract in order to stay under the luxury tax threshold. McCutchen is hitting just .258 this season with 11 home runs, a far cry from his MVP campaign in 2013, but he could still provide a veteran bat for a contender in August.
The New York Yankees are one team with a need for an extra outfielder after Aaron Judge suffered a broken bone in his wrist last week. The Phillies and Cleveland Indians are also reportedly in the market for another outfielder and could make a move for McCutchen if the Giants make him available.
The 35-year-old Santana has made just two starts for Minnesota this season, but posted a 3.32 ERA in the past two years. He only returned from the DL on July 25, but if he makes a few more solid starts in August the Twins could look to move him. He still has $4.5 million remaining on his deal, with a $14.5 million club option for 2019.
The Oakland Athletics, just a game behind the Seattle Mariners for the second Wild Card spot, were noticeably quiet on trade deadline day. A potential trade with Detroit for pitcher Mike Fiers fell through, and the Athletics are still in the market for a starting pitcher. That makes Santana a possible target.