In Major League Baseball (MLB), one of the most significant considerations when evaluating a player's trade value is whether he is a temporary addition for a short playoff push or if he is under club control for multiple seasons. Players who are merely rentals are often viewed as obvious trade assets, while those who can contribute beyond the current season tend to generate substantial returns for teams focused on rebuilding and adding young talent.

This article examines the top 25 non-rental players positioned in the 2025 MLB trade market, with rankings reflecting their current performance metrics, potential future impact, duration of club control, and the likelihood of being traded. A few players have been rumored to be available but are likely to remain with their respective teams, at least until the offseason. Included in this category are pitchers such as Félix Bautista (Baltimore Orioles), Emmanuel Clase (Cleveland Guardians), and Luis Severino (New York Yankees), as well as hitters like Ozzie Albies (Atlanta Braves) and Nolan Arenado (St. Louis Cardinals).

Highlighting some notable players within the trade market, Andrew Benintendi of the Chicago White Sox is reported to be available, with the team willing to offset part of his significant salary to facilitate a deal. Other intriguing players include the Atlanta Braves' Pierce Johnson, Athletics pitcher JP Sears, and Miami Marlins reliever Ronny Henriquez, among others. These players could attract interest from teams looking to bolster their rosters for a postseason run while planning for the future.