6 Fantasy Baseball Players to Trade Now (2025)

Fantasy baseball managers are always looking for an edge in their leagues, and one strategy that can pay off is buying low on struggling players and selling high on those who have exceeded expectations. Below, our featured experts look closely at some players they’re targeting for these trades. They have closely monitored the latest player trends and performance metrics to identify key players you should consider buying low and selling high to maximize your roster’s potential.

By leveraging our exclusive fantasy baseball trade analyzer and relying on advanced metrics, comprehensive player rankings, and player projections, our experts have determined which players you should target in trades and which ones you should look to move. So, whether you need a roster shake-up or simply want to capitalize on a player’s hot streak, this article is here to guide you through the process.

Let’s examine these trade recommendations, analyzing the rationale behind each move and providing you with actionable advice to help you dominate your league. Don’t forget to check out our other fantasy baseball resources to help you stay ahead of the competition all season long. Happy trading!

Fantasy Baseball Trade Advice: Buy Low/Sell High

What one MLB player are you trying to buy low and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?

Jasson Dominguez (OF – NYY)

“Jasson Dominguez – Maybe he’s becoming a bit of a platoon type guy, but he’s on the strong side, hitting .297 against righties so far. He has a weird split as well, where he is hitting well on the road, but I think the home runs and batting average are going to come in the second half at home. He’s improved his launch angle to 13 degrees, and if he can start pulling a little more, he could be a huge return. The nice thing is he should be acquirable for a decent price. He should be worth the risk.”
– Chris Welsh (FantasyPros)

Julio Rodriguez (OF – SEA)

“Julio Rodriguez has not lived up to his first-round draft stock. His 11 HR and .247 BA are not what folks signed up for, but there’s room for optimism. His expected SLG and BA are higher than his current marks by a decent margin, and he still has 15 SB on the season. Rodriguez is also historically better in the second half of the season in his career. If you could flip Jasson Dominguez (who has similar stats to J-Rod) and a depth arm for Julio, you may be able to steal away the better talent.”
– Joe Pisapia (FantasyPros)

Jesus Luzardo (SP – PHI)

“I’m still a believer in Jesus Luzardo despite the roller coaster we’ve experienced the last couple of months. After coming out of the gate firing with a 1.73 ERA in April, he posted ERAs north of 5.40 in both May and June. And his latest blowup has his early July ERA at a crisp 22.50 through just two innings. But nearly all of this damage has come in just a few starts. In his 18 starts this season, he has allowed four or more runs in just four of them. The problem is that the earned runs in those starts are 4, 5, 8, and 12. But that means in his 14 other starts, he’s allowed three or fewer runs. In eight of those, he’s allowed zero or one run. And while his 1.47 WHIP is not doing him any favors, his FIP is just 2.77. His strikeout rates are 27.2% and 10.63 K/9, and his Chase and Whiff metrics are in the top 25% of all qualifying pitchers. We also know he dealt with some pitch tipping issues, which led to at least two of his problem starts. All of that is to say, he’s an ideal buy-low for me heading into the All-Star break. See if you can flip someone like Josh Lowe, Wilyer Abreu, Luis Robert, Michael Harris, or Xander Bogaerts.”
– Mike Maher (FantasyPros)

What one MLB player are you trying to sell high right now and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?

Corbin Carroll (OF – ARI)

“I love me some Corbin Carroll, as many know, but this feels like a decent time to get out. He’s back from his injury, had a few bad games, and then popped off a bit. I am worried about that wrist fracture and how quickly he came back. He had already been struggling with his average, and the first few games back weren’t great. The Dbacks are also a sinking ship, which could lead to the team moving a lot of pieces or packing it in towards the end. Wrist injuries could zap some power, so my approach is getting full price if I sell, but getting out. Specifically, if I am a middling team for a playoff spot, I love the idea of getting a two-for-one type for a hitter that is a lower name but over-performing (like Buxton or Springer) and pairing it with a decent pitcher. The depth might make this trade worth it. ”
– Chris Welsh (FantasyPros)

Chase Burns (SP – CIN)

“With the recent news of Hunter Greene‘s rehab setback, Chase Burns will likely stick around in the Reds’ rotation for the foreseeable future. I stand by the fact that Burns has a bright future and electric velocity, but he’s more of a thrower than a pitcher and needs more refinement. Long term, he could see plenty of MLB success. However, in redraft leagues, I think Burns will continue to be a 5-inning pitcher with limitations and plenty of peaks and valleys. I would flip him for Zac Gallen right now if I could, who has more of a track record of major league success, despite 2025 struggles.”
– Joe Pisapia (FantasyPros)

Brayan Bello (SP – BOS)

“Brayan Bello has quietly been one of the best pitchers in baseball, at least statistically speaking, since the beginning of June. Over the last 30 days, he is 9th overall in VBR, according to FantasyPros. He’s coming off a complete game win over the Rockies and has a 2.57 ERA through 14 innings in July after posting a 2.87 ERA in June. He looks like a pitcher who is heating up after dealing with an injury in Spring Training and then getting a delayed start to the season, right? Well…his 3.27 ERA comes with a 4.37 FIP, 4.25 xFIP, 4.40 SIERA, and 4.33 xERA. His WHIP is 1.30, which is actually better than his career 1.39 mark and the 1.36 WHIP he posted last season. His K% is also down, sitting at just 18% after it was 21.8% last year. The K/9 tells the same story: 6.86 in 2025 compared to 8.48 last season. He’s been throwing a new cutter recently, but the results have been meh, and the expected numbers on that pitch are double meh. His Chase and Whiff rates are all well below league average, as well. You get the point by now, right? He’s a sell high. You won’t be able to get the world for him. But if a manager in your league needs pitching, see if you can get a hitter in the Rhys Hoskins, Austin Hays, Ceddanne Rafaela, Jordan Beck, Bryston Stott, TJ Friedl, or Jac Caglianone range.”
– Mike Maher (FantasyPros)

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