When Is the MLB Trade Deadline in 2025?

The trade deadline is a major factor to consider when evaluating the baseball betting markets. 

When Is the MLB Trade Deadline in 2025?

The 2025 MLB trade deadline is on July 31. The exact time is yet to be confirmed, but the deadline is usually at 6 p.m. ET.

There is often a surge of trade activity in the final 24 hours or so before the deadline as front office executives look to make last-ditch upgrades to their roster.

When Can MLB Teams Start Trading Players?

MLB teams can trade players from two days after the World Series. There are no restrictions on trades until the trade deadline at the end of July.

Major trades will have a significant impact on MLB odds, with future markets potentially changing drastically if an All-Star player is dealt before the trade deadline.

Can MLB Players Be Traded After the Deadline?

No, MLB players can no longer be traded after the deadline. Prior to 2019, a player could be dealt if they cleared revocable waivers.

Whatever happens to a team after the trade deadline, they are not able to make trades after July 31. For example, if the Toronto Blue Jays lost all five of their rotation to injuries, they still wouldn’t be able to make any trades. 

Teams can only acquire players if they are acquired directly from outright waivers. No other players can be involved in the deal and the acquiring team must take on the players entire contract.