Jacob deGrom is a potential trade target as the Texas Rangers consider selling, despite being only 1.5 games out of a Wild Card spot.
The Rangers are still in the mix for a postseason spot, but MLB.com's Thomas Harrigan believes they could sell this summer.
## What's behind the potential trade?
The Rangers might have to eat some money, given what deGrom and Eovaldi are still owed, but both pitchers could be popular trade targets for playoff contenders.
Several playoff contenders, including the Chicago White Sox, St. Louis Cardinals, and Atlanta Braves, need more starting pitching help.
## Why it matters for Jacob deGrom
DeGrom is under control through the 2027 season on a five-year, $185 million deal, which could make a trade complicated.
The Rangers would need to eat some of his contract to facilitate a deal and get a good return.
Eovaldi is also under contract through the 2027 season on a three-year, $75 million contract.
## What comes next?
If the Rangers do sell, parting with both starters this year could make sense, especially in a seller's market for controllable starters like deGrom and Eovaldi.
Harrigan believes the team needs to consider a shake-up, and trading these two aces would certainly shake the roster up in a big way.
The possibility of a trade isn't likely to be high this summer, but it's an option the Rangers might consider.
And with the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Rangers will have to make a decision soon.
But for now, deGrom and Eovaldi remain key players for the Rangers.
So, the Rangers will have to weigh their options carefully.
The Rangers are only 2.0 games behind the Seattle Mariners for the AL West lead.