The July 31 MLB trade deadline was a whirlwind. Among the 49 trades were deals that sent stars such as relievers Mason Miller (to Padres), Jhoan Duran (Phillies) and Ryan Helsley (Mets), starting pitcher Shane Bieber (Blue Jays) and third baseman Eugenio Suarez (Mariners) to new clubs. The quantity and pace of the deals left many MLB fans feeling a rush of excitement. But some of the deals were confusing. Here are the three most confusing trades from the deadline. The Reds were seeking a boost to their lineup as they attempt a second-half postseason push. Unfortunately, Hayes does not profile as an impactful addition. Once a top prospect, the former Pirates cornerstone has failed to develop as an offensive threat. Hayes’ .569 OPS this season ranks second worst among qualified hitters in the majors. His lowly three home runs (in 397 plate appearances) prove that Hayes is a below-average hitter. That said, the 2023 Gold Glove winner ranks in the 99th percentile in fielding range, making him a top-tier defeRead More
The three most confusing MLB trade-deadline deals
