MLB Trade Rumors: 4 Teams Revealed To Be Pursuing Yandy Diaz

The Tampa Bay Rays are in full sell mode as the MLB trade deadline approaches, and first baseman Yandy Díaz has become a focal point for several teams. 

According to multiple reports, the Houston Astros, Seattle Mariners, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Texas Rangers are all in discussions with the Rays to acquire Díaz. 

Despite a down year compared to his standout 2022 and 2023 seasons, Díaz remains an attractive trade target due to his solid hard-hit metrics and reasonable contract. 

His average exit velocity of 92.6 mph and a hard-hit rate of 49.7% indicate that his raw power is still intact. Additionally, Díaz’s manageable salary—$10 million in 2025 and a $12 million club option for 2026—adds to his appeal for contending teams looking to bolster their lineups.

The Rays are expected to listen on Yandy Diaz. Per sources, the Astros, Mariners and Pirates are potential landing spots.

— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) July 26, 2024

Díaz, who is hitting .272 with nine home runs and a .400 slugging percentage through 96 games this season, has drawn significant interest as teams look to enhance their offensive depth for the playoff push. 

The Astros and Mariners, in particular, are keen on adding his right-handed bat to their rosters, while the Pirates and Rangers see him as a key piece to fortify their lineups. 

His consistent power metrics make him a valuable asset despite his recent slump, and his on-base abilities could provide a significant boost to any team looking to make a deep postseason run.

YANDY DIAZ IS WARMING HIMSELF UP FOR THE BRONX. LET’S DO IT‼️
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— 4 Train Savages (@FourSavages) July 27, 2024

The Rays' willingness to trade Díaz follows their recent deals that sent All-Star outfielder Randy Arozarena to the Mariners and reliever Jason Adam to the Padres. 

With the team currently sitting just four games back of the final AL wild-card spot, their decision to offload key players signals a shift in prioritizing long-term flexibility over a playoff push this season. 

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