3 right-handed bats the Blue Jays could look to add at the trade deadline

At a media availability on June 30th, Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins mentioned the club’s interest in adding a right-handed bat ahead of the July 31st trade deadline. While this may seem surprising given the team’s solid offensive performance in the first half, bolstering the lineup with a versatile or power-hitting righty could be crucial in the playoff push.

Whether it’s a bench bat, utility depth, or a big-name slugger, Toronto has options.

Here are three potential trade targets the team could pursue:

1. Amed Rosario – Washington Nationals

Positional Flexibility & Value Depth
Amed Rosario may not be the flashiest name on the market, but he brings valuable versatility and experience. Once a highly regarded prospect and a key part of the Francisco Lindor trade between the Mets and Guardians in 2020, Rosario has since bounced around the league. Now, with the Nationals—his fifth team in three seasons—Rosario has found some stability.

2025 Season Stats:

• Games Played: 44

• Batting Average: .273

• Home Runs: 5

• RBIs: 17

Rosario won’t change the game on his own, but his ability to play multiple infield positions makes him a great bench option. His production could provide insurance while players return from injury and contribute in key late-game scenarios.

The Nationals could package Rosario in a deal — potentially with a reliever like Brendon Finnegan or right-hander Michael Soroka — to address Toronto’s bullpen depth as well.

2. Marcell Ozuna – Atlanta Braves

A High-Risk, High-Reward Power Bat
Adding Marcell Ozuna would be a bold move, but it could pay major dividends.

Ozuna is coming off back-to-back 100+ RBI seasons and posted a .925 OPS in 2024—his best since his Miami Marlins days. Though the Braves are playoff contenders, they may look to move Ozuna before his contract expires at season’s end.

2025 Season Stats:

• Games Played: 90

• Home Runs: 13

• RBIs: 42

• Doubles: 11

• Walk Rate: 16.5% (Top 1% in MLB)

With Toronto’s outfield already crowded, Ozuna would be used strictly as a designated hitter, sending Anthony Santander to the outfield (when healthy) or splitting duties with him and George Springer in the spot. He’d immediately slot in as one of the team’s top run producers, already matching Addison Barger’s home run total and ranking fifth in team RBIs.

Slotting Ozuna near the top of the lineup alongside Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. could create one of the most dangerous offensive trios in the AL.

3. Eugenio Suárez – Arizona Diamondbacks

The Big Swing Option
If the Blue Jays want to make a statement, acquiring Eugenio Suárez would be a power move—literally. While third base isn’t a glaring need, Suárez offers immense upside. He currently ranks fourth in the league in home runs (31) and tied for third in RBIs (78), providing middle-of-the-lineup thunder Toronto could desperately use down the stretch.

2025 Season Stats:

• Slash line: .250/.320/.569
  
• OPS: .889

• Home Runs: 31

• RBIs: 78

Suárez is on an expiring contract and will be a coveted rental. The price will be steep. Arizona may look for upper-tier prospects given the market for bats this summer. The Jays could offer Orelvis Martinez, who is closer to MLB-ready and can slot in at third base immediately amid a dip in his trade value this year. Arizona may also seek an outfielder, making players like Joey Loperfido or Jonatan Clase potential trade chips. The Diamondbacks are also keen on controllable starters, something the Jays have in double-A/high-A right now.