What I’m Hearing Ahead of the MLB Transfer Deadline: Latest Updates on Garrett Crochet, Reid Detmers, and More

The 2024 MLB transfer deadline is fast approaching (6 p.m. ET on Tuesday) and talks between teams have intensified in recent days.

Here’s what I’m hearing from industry sources about what could be an interesting deadline.

Left-handed Garrett Crochet is easily one of the biggest names available at this year’s trade deadline. Crochet, 25, dominated in his first full season as a starter for the White Sox and was the team’s lone All-Star representative. The 2020 first-round draft pick is currently 6-7 with a 3.07 ERA and an American League-leading 157 strikeouts.

The next few days will be interesting for Crochet and the Sox, who are arguably the league’s hottest deadline sellers with several names available. Still, moving Crochet may not be as easy as it seems. Sources confirmed to Yahoo Sports media that Crochet is considering a contract extension if he is moved and that pitching out of the bullpen is not an option he is willing to explore.

Given these unforeseen circumstances and concerns about Crochet’s workload going forward, some in the industry have come to believe the left-hander could remain on the South Side until the deadline. With two years of club control remaining after this season, assuming Crochet remains healthy for the remainder of 2024, Chicago could receive the same return in a trade this winter — or perhaps even a better return if there are more suitors.

Chicago’s Erick Fedde is getting a lot of attention

While Crochet is one of the biggest names in the market, sources tell Yahoo Sports that the right-handed Erick Fedde has generated more interest in recent weeks than Chicago’s All-Star left-hander. After dominating the KBO last season, Fedde signed a two-year, $15 million contract with the White Sox this past offseason, and the 31-year-old has been successful in his first year in Chicago, going 7-3 with a 2.98 ERA in 20 starts this season, making his two-year deal seem like a steal and sending his trade value through the roof.

Although Fedde is not Crochet, the White Sox will not be offering discounts for the right-hander. There are currently 10 teams in talks with the White Sox for Fedde’s services, with the Astros And Cardinals are considered the two most aggressive clubs in the pursuit.

Other White Sox players drawing interest in a trade include closer Michael Kopechoutfielder Tommy Phamshort stop Paul De Jong and left-handed reliever Tanner Banks.

One name that reportedly hasn’t been mentioned often is that of center fielder Luis Robert Jr. A deal for Robert always felt like a remote possibility, given the White Sox’ extremely high asking price. Phillies have talked about the All-Star, but nothing of substance has happened yet.

Angels’ Reid Detmers draws interest from contenders

While there are many bigger names floating around in the starting pitching market, there is one arm that has generated a lot of interest in recent weeks: the Angels’ left-handed pitcher. Reid Detmers.

Detmers, 25, hasn’t had the season he or the Angels expected, posting a 6.14 ERA in 12 starts, and he was demoted to Triple-A in June. That hasn’t stopped teams from believing in his ability to be a key member of a winning rotation.

Detmers is just a few seasons removed from a 3.77 ERA, and he struck out 168 batters in just 148 2/3 innings last season. Several postseason contenders, including the Avoiders, Diamondbacks, Brewers, Guards And Astroshave reportedly inquired about the Angels’ left-handed pitcher.

Unlike last season’s failed attempt to “buy,” the Angels are definitely selling this season. In addition to Detmers, they also have calls on left-handers Tyler Andersen and outfielder Taylor Department.

Phillies unlikely to move top prospects Andrew Painter and Aidan Miller

The Phillies are coming off one of the best seasons in franchise history and because of that, and because they have a management team that isn’t afraid to make a move, they want to be aggressive at the deadline.

But industry sources tell Yahoo Sports that Philly is currently not listening to offers that would give up top talent Andrew Schilder or Aidan MillerHowever, rival clubs believe the Phillies are willing to take other prospects, such as outfielders. Justin Crawford or right-handed Mick Abel.