A new No. 1 after Skubal trade! Ranking top trade deadline candidates -- and their best fits

Which difference-makers are available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting.

The top 3

  1. Cubs acquire Aroldis Chapman (2016): The Chicago Cubs acquired closer Aroldis Chapman from the New York Yankees, a pivotal move that provided the elite bullpen arm needed to secure their first World Series title in 108 years.
  2. Astros acquire Justin Verlander (2017): The Houston Astros acquired starting pitcher Justin Verlander from the Detroit Tigers on August 31, 2017, a move that significantly bolstered their rotation and was crucial to their first World Series championship that year.
  3. Brewers acquire CC Sabathia (2008): The Milwaukee Brewers acquired ace pitcher CC Sabathia from the Cleveland Indians in July 2008, and he delivered an incredible 11-2 record with a 1.65 ERA in 17 starts, propelling the Brewers to their first postseason appearance in 26 years.

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