Giants' Luis Arraez Receives Notable Trade Update

With his offensive production and dramatic defensive improvement from last season's -9 Outs Above Average, Arraez has emerged as one of the top trade candidates ahead of the deadline.

Arraez a Near-Lock to be Traded

In a July 23 article, MLB insider Mark Feinsand named Arraez as one of 20 players who will likely be wearing a new uniform after the trade deadline.

"After hitting a career-low .292 last season, Arraez has looked like his vintage self during his first year with the Giants, hitting .320 with an .805 OPS in 96 games," Feinsand wrote. "Arraez has said he will not move positions, but there are a number of clubs seeking middle-infield help, so the impending free agent is a near-lock to be traded."

Arraez's .292 batting average being the lowest of his career is a testament to how consistently productive he has been at the plate. While the mark with the San Diego Padres in 2025 was lower than usual, he still led the National League with 181 hits. That total was also tied for second in baseball, trailing only Bobby Witt Jr. (184).

The Giants are one of the few teams firmly out of postseason contention in 2026. Plus, Arraez being on an expiring deal only makes him more valuable as a trade asset.

Arraez is no stranger to being traded. He has been dealt twice in the last four seasons, from the Minnesota Twins to the Miami Marlins before the 2023 season and then from Miami to San Diego in May 2024.

As Feinsand noted, Arraez has made it clear he will only play second base. While that condition could limit the number of teams interested, his desirable skill set should still attract several clubs looking for an upgrade in the middle infield.