MLB Trade Deadline: 3 players the Cleveland Guardians could trade for by July 30

The Cleveland Guardians have emerged as one of the top teams in the MLB thanks to their potent lineup and effective pitching staff. With a 59-40 record, the Guardians sit 4.0 games ahead of the Kansas City Royals and Minnesota Twins for the AL Central lead.

As a result of their successful season so far, the team will undoubtedly look to bolster their roster before the MLB Trade Deadline on July 30. MLB insider Jeff Passan noted that the Cleveland Guardians will be "adding, but not all-in," prior to the deadline. They will look to land some important pieces for a potentially deep postseason run.

3 players that the Cleveland Guardians could look to acquire before the MLB Trade Deadline

#1. Brent Rooker

Oakland Athletics outfielder Brent Rooker is one of the most underrated players in the MLB this season as he is quietly enjoying a massive year for the A's. The veteran outfielder will likely be moved this summer and adding a hard-hitting star such as Rooker to the Cleveland lineup could be massive for both parties.

#2. Nathan Eovaldi

The Cleveland Guardians have one of the most potent lineups in the MLB, with stars like Steven Kwan, Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor. That being said, their pitching rotation could use some strengthening. Enter Nathan Eovaldi, who could be an instant upgrade for the Guardians as they push for the postseason.

The veteran Texas Rangers starter has a $20,000,000 vesting option for 2025 if he manages to throw 300 innings. It remains to be seen if he will hit this goal. However, that flexibility could make Eovaldi an intriguing addition to Cleveland as either a rental or a piece of the rotation for next season.

#3. Yusei Kikuchi

The Toronto Blue Jays should become sellers heading toward the MLB Trade Deadline, and veteran starter Yusei Kikuchi is one of the players most likely to be moved. Although he has struggled lately, the pending unrestricted free agent enjoyed a strong start to the year and could become a valuable piece for the Cleveland Guardians during the postseason.