4 pitchers the Cleveland Guardians should target at the rapidly approaching MLB Trade Deadline

3. Chris Bassitt - Toronto Blue Jays

It seems like it will only be a matter of time before the Toronto Blue Jays begin trading away players of note, and with the current state of the pitching market, they may be motivated to move Chris Bassitt. Being nearly 10 games out of the Wild Card race in the American League, Toronto looks the part of a clear trade deadline seller. If the Blue Jays are looking to adjust their competitive timeline, moving the 35-year-old Bassitt would be a wise decision, and the Guardians should be interested.

Bassitt has been very consistent throughout his career, compiling a 3.51 ERA and 1.217 WHIP in 10 major league seasons, and this year has been no different. With a 3.71 ERA and 1.421 WHIP in 114 innings, Bassitt continues to deliver when he is on the mound. Bassitt has pitched 6 or more innings in 10 of his 20 starts this season and has gone at least 5 in 18 games. The consistent length that Bassitt is able to provide would be a very welcome addition to the rotation of the Guardians, considering how infrequently they are able to pitch deep into a game. Bassitt would be able to take some much-needed pressure off the bullpen and not allow them to be overworked before the playoffs begin.