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MLB Rumors: Keynan Middleton gaining traction as a trade target ahead of the deadline

The White Sox have begun a complete makeover of their MLB roster and their farm system with a few trades already. They have added some top prospects while getting rid of five of their better major league players. Still, they have talent on their roster that could continue to garner attention ahead of the Aug. 1 deadline. The main trade piece on their roster is reliever Keynan Middleton, according to Jon Morosi.

Middleton has thrown in 38 games this year, recording two saves and pitching to a sub-4.0 ERA. He’s striking out nearly 12 batters per nine innings while holding a 1.30 WHIP. His addition could be an upgrade at the middle of nearly all contending team’s bullpens. Every contending team needs bullpen help and the White Sox righty may not be very expensive as a rental.

A few teams like the Rays, Reds, Dodgers and Astros will likely be in the market for a reliever like Middleton. The Astros and Dodgers have already made deals with Chicago, so they may not be the most likely to acquire Middleton, as they could have just grouped him in their previous trade if they wanted to. But as each hour passes, be on the lookout for Keynan Middleton to be moved to a contender before the deadline.