3 positions the Twins could use as trade chips to be buyers at the deadline

Time to Capitalize on a Hot Stretch and Push for the Playoffs

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One of the Outfielders

The Twins have dragged their feet for a couple years now when it comes to moving one of their young corner outfielders, and it may end up coming back to bite them. Max Kepler is entering his walk year, while Matt Wallner, Trevor Larnach, and Alex Kiriloff have not necessarily impressed this year (while all kind of feeling like the same guy, to be honest). Larnach has been the most consistent bat this year, Kiriloff had a good 2023, and Wallner has shown signs of impressive power. Dealer's choice, but it’s time to press the button and move one of these guys. Kepler has been good and would be a rental pickup for another team, diminishing his return value. Pick one of the other three to trade or see who garners the most interest. However you want to slice the pie, one of these guys needs to be cashed in for deadline acquisition. 

The Twins have historically been hesitant to go all in and make big moves at the deadline and unfortunately the same could be the case this year. However, there's no better time than now to buy in. They're blessed with depth to deal from this year, and don’t you think a Soto, Wallner, Martin package could net a decent return? 

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