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With the MLB Trade Deadline quickly approaching, the rumors are heating up. Minnesota Twins right-hander Jose Berrios meanwhile, seems to be one of the most sought-after arms on the market. But, that's only if the Washington Nationals don't pull off a shocking trade for ace Max Scherzer, per ESPN's Jeff Passan:
Barring a team like the Washington Nationals cratering and making Max Scherzer available — more on him later — the Twins' Jose Berrios looks like the best pitcher on the market. The belief among teams is that Minnesota will entertain dealing Berrios but will necessitate a massive return. Understandably so. Berrios is 27, is under club control through 2022, as durable as it gets and in the midst of the best season of his career. He'd be perfect for the New York Mets, who are in first place in the National League East, or Atlanta, which isn't. He'd fit in Chicago (North Side edition) and Los Angeles (Orange County edition), even if neither is a playoff team. That's the beauty of Berrios. If he's out there — and an increasing number of executives believe Minnesota will deal him — his market is everyone.
The Twins are currently struggling and at this point, getting some assets in return for Jose Berrios would certainly make some sense. The righty is enjoying a solid campaign too, going 7-2 with a 3.41 ERA in just under 90 innings pitched.
As for Scherzer, it does seem unlikely that Washington does trade him in the next month. His seven-year deal does expire in the offseason which means he would enter free agency as one of the top arms in the market.
July 31st is still a month away, but Jose Berrios looks to be a pitcher who will be on the move. Keep an eye out.
