MLB trade rumors: Robbie Ray headlines possible San Francisco Giants sell-off before trade deadline

The San Francisco Giants may be heading toward a bigger sell-off before the MLB trade deadline. After recently trading away their two-time Gold Glove catcher, the team has started drawing attention around the league. With the Giants struggling near the bottom of the NL West and falling behind in the Wild Card race, several veteran players are now being viewed as possible trade candidates. If the losses continue, more roster moves could soon follow.Robbie Ray may be the most valuable trade piece the Giants have right now. The left-hander is set to become a free agent after the season, and he has looked sharp during the first part of 2026. Ray currently owns a 2.76 ERA with a 47:18 strikeout-to-walk ratio, showing that he can still miss bats at a high level.

Why each San Francisco Giants pitcher brings different trade value

Contending teams are always searching for experienced pitching near the deadline, especially left-handed starters with playoff experience. Ray’s strong form could help the Giants bring back young talent if they decide to move him.Tyler Mahle is another pitcher who could attract attention before the deadline. His 2026 numbers have not been great so far, as he currently holds a 5.00 ERA in seven starts. Control has also been an issue, with too many walks hurting him early in games.Still, teams around baseball may focus more on what Mahle did last season with the Texas Rangers. In 2025, he posted a strong 2.18 ERA across 16 starts, showing flashes of the pitcher he can be when healthy and confident.The Giants may not receive a huge return for Mahle, but a pitching-needy contender could still take a chance on him as a mid-rotation option.

Adrian Houser contract situation could decide his future in San Francisco

Adrian Houser is another name being discussed. Unlike Ray and Mahle, Houser still has one more year left on his contract at $11 million. His start to the season has also been rough, with a 6.19 ERA creating more pressure around his role.However, Houser has been a reliable back-end starter for much of his career. Last season, he posted a 3.30 ERA during his time with the Chicago White Sox and Tampa Bay Rays. According to Zachary Rotman, the Giants could still try to find a trade partner, though there is also a chance the team eventually considers a DFA if no market develops.