Bleacher Report Reveals Top Trade Deadline Targets: St. Louis Cardinals’ Phil Maton Among Them
In a recent article, Bleacher Report’s Joel Reuter delved into the top names that could be on the move at the trade deadline. And one of those names is none other than St. Louis Cardinals’ reliever Phil Maton.
With Maton’s contract set to expire, it’s highly likely that he will be traded away. But what makes him such a valuable target for teams in need of bullpen help?
According to Reuter, Maton has been one of the best at limiting hard contact this season. In fact, he ranks among the top in the league in hard-hit rate allowed (97th percentile), average exit velocity allowed (100th percentile), and barrel rate allowed (97th percentile).
This impressive stat line makes Maton a highly sought-after asset for teams looking to bolster their bullpen for a playoff push. And with the trade deadline quickly approaching, it will be interesting to see where Maton ends up. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
Bleacher Report Reveals Top Trade Deadline Targets: St. Louis Cardinals’ Phil Maton Among Them
In a recent article, Bleacher Report’s Joel Reuter delved into the top names that could be on the move at the trade deadline. And one of those names is none other than St. Louis Cardinals’ reliever Phil Maton.
With Maton’s contract set to expire, it’s highly likely that he will be traded away. But what makes him such a valuable target for teams in need of bullpen help?
According to Reuter, Maton has been one of the best at limiting hard contact this season. In fact, he ranks among the top in the league in hard-hit rate allowed (97th percentile), average exit velocity allowed (100th percentile), and barrel rate allowed (97th percentile).
This impressive stat line makes Maton a highly sought-after asset for teams looking to bolster their bullpen for a playoff push. And with the trade deadline quickly approaching, it will be interesting to see where Maton ends up. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
