Purple Row After Dark: What are your way-too-early trade deadline predictions?
Mickey Moniak’s strong start has sparked trade talk about his and other Rockies’ futures
DENVER, CO - MAY 4: Mickey Moniak #22 of the Colorado Rockies walks in the dugout before taking the field in the eighth inning against the New York Mets at Coors Field on May 4, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) | Getty Images In March, we got ahead of things with way-too-early 2026 MLB All Star Game roster predictions . With that pace, it’s just about time to chat about the potential moves you’re expecting or hoping to see by the early August trade deadline.
Even though we’re still a few months away, trade talk might not actually feel too premature. There has been a ton of buzz among Colorado Rockies fans over the past few weeks about potential trade candidates given the vision for the future that the front office is committed to and given strong performances from assets who might not be a part of that long-term vision. A lot of the chatter has centered around Mickey Moniak, in particular.
The former #1 overall pick has found his stride since becoming a Rockie and is having a career year. As a 28-year-old on a team working towards a rebuild, he’s right on the bubble of being a must-sell asset or being a veteran piece to complement a younger squad. Will Mickey Moniak be a top name to watch for in the lead-up to this year's Trade Deadline?
@jonmorosi | #MLBCentral pic. twitter. com/kOn7Kv8Rbo — MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) May 12, 2026 Blake Street Banter put together a wonderful look at Moniak as a trade candidate or as a player to extend, breaking down his production and examining a potential return that could be expected for him.