**MLB Trade Deadline: Are the SF Giants Selling? | Andy Baggarly Joins Silver & Krug**
With the August 3rd MLB trade deadline rapidly approaching, San Francisco Giants insider Andy Baggarly of The Athletic joins Silver & Krug to break down the latest rumors. As the Giants shift into “seller” mode, the big question remains: Will Robbie Ray take the mound today, or is a trade imminent?
Baggs dives deep into the potential departure of fan-favorite Luis Arraez, the devastating injury to Casey Schmitt, and whether the Giants would ever consider a blockbuster trade with the rival Los Angeles Dodgers or San Diego Padres. Plus, we discuss the “white whale” trade target—Adley Rutschman—and how Buster Posey might influence the future of the catcher position in San Francisco.
**Topics covered:**
* Robbie Ray’s trade value and his scheduled start vs. the Padres.
* Why the Giants are officially sellers at the 2026 trade deadline.
* Casey Schmitt’s season-ending injury and who fills the void at second base.
* The possibility of a Luis Arraez reunion in free agency.
* Could the Giants and Dodgers actually strike a deal?
* The impact of a potential MLB lockout on front-office decisions.
**Timestamps:**
0:00 – Trade Deadline Existential Questions
0:45 – Will Robbie Ray start today or be traded?
2:45 – Are the Giants officially sellers?
4:30 – Playing “good baseball” while subtracting pieces
5:50 – Casey Schmitt’s injury & the future of the infield
7:40 – Would the Giants trade with the Dodgers?
9:05 – How a potential lockout impacts the Rule 5 draft
11:10 – The “White Whale”: Could the Giants trade for Adley Rutschman?
13:30 – The future of the catcher position (Daniel Susac & Patrick Bailey)
15:00 – Will Luis Arraez re-sign with the Giants this offseason?
17:30 – Robbie Ray to the Padres? Dealing with AJ Preller
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