In a highly competitive seller's market, with only five teams confirmed as likely sellers, speculation is rife about which pitchers will be discussed during the upcoming trade deadline. Despite the limited number of sellers, it is anticipated that at least 13 pitchers with real impact potential will be in the spotlight.

Topping the list is Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers, who is considered a strong contender for the AL Cy Young award. However, it appears highly unlikely that Skubal will be dealt since the Tigers are showing improvement and still have two more years before free agency with their standout player. Nevertheless, numerous MLB teams are expected to inquire about the talented Skubal.

Garrett Crochet of the Chicago White Sox, an outstanding reliever-turned-starter, ranks second in terms of trade value. He currently leads the MLB in strikeouts with an impressive total of 150. Despite concerns about his innings workload increasing from 12 to over 100, Crochet has garnered interest from teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres, Baltimore Orioles, and New York Yankees. However, insiders suggest that the Yankees might not be as keen on acquiring him as previously thought.

Mason Miller of the Oakland A's holds the third spot on the list. As a hard-throwing reliever with five years of control remaining, it is widely speculated that Oakland will hold onto him, making a trade less likely.

Tyler Anderson of the Los Angeles Angels, who is putting together another stellar season, is considered a strong trade candidate. In the second year of his reasonable three-year, $40 million contract, Anderson has proven to be a valuable asset, making him highly sought after by potential buyers.

Lastly, Nate Eovaldi of the Texas Rangers is also expected to generate trade discussions. With the defending champions looking to make a push in the league, Eovaldi's complicated player-vesting option for 2025 adds some complexity to any potential deal.

As the trade deadline approaches, the market for impact pitchers is set to heat up, and general managers across the league will be evaluating their options. The contractual situations and pitching abilities of these 13 pitchers will play a crucial role in determining their trade chances. While some pitchers have a higher likelihood of being traded, others may end up staying put due to factors such as team control and improved performances.

Teams making inquiries and engaging in negotiations for these pitchers indicates the intensity of the trade market and the competitiveness among franchises vying for pitching talent. As the deadline approaches, it remains to be seen which of these dynamic pitchers will change uniforms and which teams will seize the opportunity to bolster their pitching staffs.