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The Opener: Top 35 Trade Candidates, Swanson, Betts
The 2026 MLB trade deadline season has started with the Chicago Cubs acquiring left-handed pitcher David Peterson from the New York Mets. High-profile players including Mookie Betts and Dansby Swanson are listed as top trade candidates. A comprehensive ranking of the top 35 candidates is expected soon.
What changed
The Cubs completed a trade for David Peterson and top candidates for the 2026 deadline have been identified.
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MLB 2026 Trade Season Begins with Cubs Acquisition
confidence 90%The 2026 MLB trade deadline season has started with the Chicago Cubs acquiring left-handed pitcher David Peterson from the New York Mets. High-profile players including Mookie Betts and Dansby Swanson are listed as top trade candidates. A comprehensive ranking of the top 35 candidates is expected soon.
What's confirmed:
- The Chicago Cubs acquired lefty David Peterson from the New York Mets.
- Mookie Betts and Dansby Swanson are among the top trade candidates for the 2026 season.
Still unconfirmed:
- Tarik Skubal is a top 2026 MLB trade deadline candidate.
- Wild-card standings could disrupt the 2026 MLB trade deadline.
- Some trade deadline candidates may be traded back to their former teams.