The trading landscape in Major League Baseball has seen its fair share of high-profile player movements this decade, and the recent trade of Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants is just one example. Devers, a star third baseman and a three-time All-Star, is hitting impressively this season, leading the American League in walks and demonstrating the potential to maintain his elite status in the league.

As we delve into the top ten trades of the 2020s, we emphasize player performance at the time of their trades rather than the long-term implications of those trades. This guide ranks significant players based on their contributions leading up to their trades, providing insight into how these players impacted their new teams immediately upon arrival. Notable mentions include established stars like Max Scherzer and Juan Soto, who were traded at pivotal moments in their careers, shaping the trajectories of their new franchises.