The 2024-25 MLB Offseason it’s officially here. The offseason will be highlighted by big free-agent signings, a highly-anticipated draft lottery and a few stealthy Rule 5 acquisitions, but one of the biggest parts of the MLB offseason is the game-changing trades.

There are plenty of teams still looking to sell and others looking to add proven talent to their roster via the trade market, and the offseason will be the perfect time to do so. Check out the gallery to see MLB’s top five trade candidates this offseason.

1. Garrett Crochet, Chicago White Sox – SP

The Chicago White Sox made Garrett Crochet the rare relief pitcher to be drafted in the first round in 2020. The team knew they could get him to the majors quickly, and he could make an immediate impact in their bullpen. Crochet did just that, but then missed all of 2022 and most of 2023 after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

In 2024, however, the White Sox did the unexpected and turned the reliever into a starter. It was a risky proposition given Crochet’s injury history and his experience as a pitcher with dominant stuff that was usually only displayed in short bursts. The experiment worked, however, and Crochet established himself as one of the best starting pitchers in baseball.

He did this while The White Sox had one of the worst seasons in baseball historyhowever. Chicago finished the season with the worst record in modern MLB history. That made Crochet an attractive trade chip around the MLB trade deadline, but the White Sox kept their star under the impression they could get even more for him this offseason.

Now, the White Sox should cash in and complete the blockbuster deal that could kick their rebuild into hyperdrive. Crochet is only 25 years old, and with limited experience as a rookie, he should only get better. These factors could incentivize Chicago to hang on to the pitcher and build around him, but if the White Sox trade Crochet, then they could get a huge return.

2. Luis Robert, Chicago White Sox – OF

Garrett Crochet won’t be the only member of the White Sox on the trade block this offseason. The team’s star center fielder, Luis Robert, will also hear his name in trade rumors, as he did during the MLB trade deadline. Robert is a five-tool talent and one of the best raw athletes in baseball.

His biggest issue has been health, but given that Robert is only 27, there is optimism that he can shake off the injury virus. If he can, Robert can establish himself as one of the best players in the MLB. Robert is extremely fast, which makes him a force on both the basepaths and in the outfield. He has the power to match, though.

Like Crochet, Robert could probably make a massive commercial return. The White Sox are clearly headed in a new direction after an embarrassing season, and considering they don’t receive a lottery pick this season, they’d be smart to add more young talent on the trade market.

3. Brent Rooker, Oakland Athletics – OF

A move from Oakland and (temporarily) to Sacramento signals a new era for the Athletics, but the team has already traded away talent for years. Brent Rooker could be next in line to be on the move.

The outfielder/designated hitter is one of the best long ball threats in baseball. In an era that loves home runs, Rooker can step into the middle of the order on any team and hit around 40 homers. He’s yet another player who was involved in trade rumors at the deadline that was held back, but could be on the move now this offseason.

Like the White Sox, the Athletics will also be without a lottery pick this year, despite being one of the worst teams in baseball. They should also start their rebuild with a successful trade, and Rooker is the best trade they have.

4. Sandy Alcantara, Miami Marlins – SP

The Miami Marlins have informed it seems Sandy Alcantara that he won’t be traded this offseason, but we still think it’s a legitimate possibility that he could be moved. The Marlins ace won the 2022 Cy Young but missed all of last season after having Tommy John surgery.

During his absence from the team, the Marlins traded away everything of value on their roster. most notably, Jazz Chisholm Jr. was one of the biggest names traded at the trading deadline. Luis Arraez was even traded months before the deadline. It makes too much sense to go ahead with the fire sale and move out of Alcantara.

Even with the injury, Alcantara will still be valued around the league because the other 29 teams in baseball know he is one of the best pitchers in the sport when healthy. Success after Tommy John surgery is not as rare as it used to be. Perhaps the Marlins will hold onto Alcantara for now to let him re-establish his trade value, but it looks like Alcantara will be traded sooner rather than later.

5. Yandy Diaz, Tampa Bay Rays – 1B

The Tampa Bay Rays, despite being contenders not too long ago, made a number of trade deadline moves in 2024. They kept Yandy Diaz, but the team’s fire sale likely isn’t over. Diaz is an aging veteran with enough left in the tank to command a decent return in a potential trade.

Diaz had a slow start to the season last year, which hurt his trade value. Still, it saved its trading stocks by finishing the season strong. The first baseman won’t be part of the Rays’ long-term plans, so they should look to trade him in the offseason as they continue their rebuild.