The upcoming trade deadline brings mixed feelings for less-dominant teams, as selling can indicate direction and hope. However, recent experiences show minimal gains from traded prospects, with only a few becoming impactful players. Last year's trades resulted in 83 prospects, but only three became replacement-level regulars, highlighting the difficulty of acquiring valuable assets. The climate of deadline gridlock complicates decisions for teams considering selling their assets and raises questions about the long-term benefits of trading prospects at the deadline.
In a transaction-heavy climate, "selling" at the trade deadline seems appealing for less-dominant teams, reflecting a shift towards hope rather than mediocrity.
Last year's trade deadline brought 83 prospects, but only three became regular big leaguers, illustrating the challenges of asset acquisition for sellers.
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