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Pittsburgh Pirates: Examining Derek Holland’s Trade Value

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 03: Derek Holland #45 of the Pittsburgh Pirates delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning of the game at Target Field on August 3, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Derek Holland has steadily increased his trade value over his first two starts with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Very soon, he might be a hot commodity come the trade deadline.

Despite not even playing a 15th game of the regular season, the 2020 MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching. The deadline for this year is August 31st, and we’ve already seen some players increase their trade value.