3 bullpen arms the Guardians could trade to improve their roster

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There is an expectation that the Cleveland Guardians could be in both buy and sell mode, and they may consider moving some of their bullpen depth in order to improve other areas of their roster. Should this be the path the Guardians take, three names instantly come to mind as guys that could be dealt before the MLB Trade Deadline.

1. Scott Barlow

Starting with the most obvious potential bullpen arm on the move, Scott Barlow. The Guardians acquired Barlow before the season began in an effort to bolster their relief corps. Barlow has served as a closer previously in his career and would be an ideal candidate to fill that role again if Emmanuel Clase were to become injured or not be able to put last year's underwhelming season behind him. This was before the emergence of Hunter Gaddis and Cade Smith as elite bullpen arms. With those two now being the next logical option, Barlow is someone who could definitely be considered moveable.

There is another factor at play here, Barlow's contract. Barlow is set to become a free agent after the year, meaning that he is an ideal trade candidate in Cleveland's eyes. There is a very good chance Barlow signs with a different organization in the offseason, and the Guardians may look to prioritize cashing in on the soon-to-be free agent and look for a roster upgrade elsewhere on the roster. Even if it is just for a rental bat, trading Barlow now seems to make a lot of sense.

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