What happened: Reid Detmers is under club control for the next two seasons, extending his value beyond the 2026 race. The trade deadline is Monday at 6 p.m. ET.
Why it matters: A move could reshape a contender’s rotation for multiple pennant races while accelerating a retooling effort. That longer window supports a higher acquisition cost than a rental starter would command.
By the numbers: Detmers has averaged 10.4 strikeouts per nine innings this season.
What to watch: The size of any prospect return will show how clubs value Detmers’ remaining control.