As the 2026 MLB offseason approaches, each National League West team faces decisions on potential trade candidates ahead of the 2027 season. Here is a look at one player from each club who could be moved.
Los Angeles Dodgers: Teoscar Hernández
Outfielder Teoscar Hernández, under contract through 2029 with a $22 million salary in 2027 and a $15 million club option for 2028, could be traded as top prospect Josue De Paula lacks a clear roster path. Hernández batted .267 with 16 home runs in 2026, down from five consecutive seasons of 25-plus homers. The Toronto Blue Jays, Chicago Cubs, and San Diego Padres are potential landing spots.
San Diego Padres: Luis Campusano
Catcher Luis Campusano, controlled through 2029, posted a .265/.363/.433 slash line with eight home runs in 71 games in 2026 despite a toe fracture. With top prospect Ethan Salas ready for 2027 and a rotation need after Michael King opted out, the Padres may trade Campusano for starting pitching. Potential suitors include the Philadelphia Phillies, Texas Rangers, and New York Yankees.
Arizona Diamondbacks: Lars Nootbaar
Acquired at the 2026 deadline, outfielder Lars Nootbaar is a free agent after 2028. He slashed .261/.367/.418 with 14 homers in his best 2023 season but has struggled to replicate that. If Arizona rebuilds, Nootbaar could be dealt for farm system depth. The New York Mets, Padres, and Kansas City Royals are possible destinations.
San Francisco Giants: Camilo Doval
Reliever Camilo Doval, a free agent after 2028 earning $6.1 million in 2027, has a 3.86 ERA over 126 innings from 2025-26 after a 2.73 ERA in 2022-23. The Giants need bullpen help but could trade Doval to address other roster holes. The Rangers, Royals, and Yankees are potential landing spots.
Colorado Rockies: Willi Castro
Utility player Willi Castro, signed for veteran presence, hit 15 home runs with a .260/.331/.417 slash line and .748 OPS in 2026, though home/away splits show a .309/.360/.475 line at Coors Field versus .215/.306/.363 on the road. He is due $6.4 million in 2027 before free agency in 2028. The Atlanta Braves, Detroit Tigers, and Chicago White Sox could be interested.
