Mariners: Trades they could make to upgrade at First Base

Trade Values – Mariners receive 37.9 – Braves 32.2 (argue for a swap of Dunn and Sheffields values, making this a value of 40.7.

Okay, I know it’s a bit far-fetched to expect the Braves to trade Freeman, the reigning MVP. Hear me out. He’s arguably having the worst season of his career, is doing it during a contract year, and is in the midst of his age 31 season. The combination of these COULD lead to them listening to offers for him.

We all know that the Braves love to stockpile pitching talent. Unfortunately, they have had some awful luck with injuries to said pitchers over the last few years. This year included.

We could send them Dunn, who has been having quite a good season, and they could place him directly into their rotation. Campbell would take a role in their AAA club most likely, and he could become a piece in the near future.

With the issues surrounding Marcell Ozuna, the Braves need a solid outfielder that they can rely on for good production. That’s where Haniger comes in. Yes, the Mariners would be giving up their best current outfielder, but they would instantly obtain one of the best hitters in baseball.

The biggest issue here would be a contract for Freeman. If you know that he would listen intently to an offer and consider staying in Seattle, you 100% would make a trade like this. Think of the potential Mariners lineup you could see.

1. Crawford
2. Fraley
3. Freeman
4. Lewis (when healthy)
5. France
6. Seager
7. Trammell
8. Murphy
9. Moore

Yeah, let’s do that trade. Come on Dipoto. Make it happen.

Time will tell if Dipoto decides to buy, sell, hold, or a mix of both at the deadline. If you have any other semi-realistic trades you think the Mariners could go after at first base, let us know!