Each week, we update the values on our site. As we inch closer to the trade deadline, we’ll monitor the changes in value, both for obvious trade candidates and others that could be. This will be an ongoing series. Notable movers this week (all values below are in $Ms) with trendline arrows indicating whether their value is improving or declining:   Trade candidates Luis Robert Jr. Field value: 14.4 Salary owed: 12.8 Surplus: 1.6 (⬇️) Despite some improvement, Robert is still...

Yes, it’s only May, but we’re getting to the point of the season where trade deadline considerations will start to emerge from each team – on both the selling and buying side. To be clear, it’s too early for most teams to pick a lane. But there are a few obvious sellers, and a few trade candidates worth keeping an eye on. But what’s unique about this year so far is that the oft-rumored-about players are not doing well. They’re performing below expectations...

Welcome back to the Baseball Trade Values Podcast! In this episode, founder John Bitzer (@johnbitzer2) and Associate Editor Joshua Iversen (@jive_mlb) discuss some minor transactions, including the Rangers roster shuffle. Then, they break down the hottest and coldest pitchers to start the season and how their values are changing in the model's latest update.     Download link: http://cast.rocks/hosting/22512/Baseball-Trade-Values-Podcast-Episode-118-May-Movers.mp3 Links:Bitzer - 10...

Welcome back to the Baseball Trade Values Podcast! In this episode, founder John Bitzer (@johnbitzer2) and Associate Editor Joshua Iversen (@jive_mlb) discuss recent transactions, including the Cubs losing Justin Steele and the poor early returns on the Devin Williams/Nestor Cortes trade. Then, they break down the hottest and coldest hitters to start the season and how their values are changing in the model's latest update. Listen to the episode through your favorite podcast provider, or via...

Welcome back to the Baseball Trade Values Podcast! In this episode, founder John Bitzer (@johnbitzer2) and Associate Editor Joshua Iversen (@jive_mlb) break down extensions for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Garrett Crochet, Ketel Marte and others. Then, they discuss some surprising early-season trades, the Braves' woes and much more. Listen to the episode through your favorite podcast provider, or via the media player or download link below:     Download link:...