Dodgers, Rays, Marlins Guard Top Prospects in Trades

As the MLB trade deadline nears, top teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers and Tampa Bay Rays are identifying key prospects as untouchable in negotiations to balance short-term competitiveness with long-term development. The Dodgers, featuring stars like Shohei Ohtani, are prioritizing the retention of prospects such as Dalton Rushing for his versatility and potential. The Rays remain intent on keeping top young talent like Carson Williams following recent roster changes. The Miami Marlins, while open to offers, are unlikely to move emerging hitters Kyle Stowers and Agustin Ramirez unless presented with exceptional trade proposals. Eury Perez is considered off-limits for the Marlins, but some prospects could be included in trades under extraordinary circumstances. This illustrates a league-wide strategy where contending teams are carefully managing their prospect pipelines to maximize both present and future opportunities.