Los Angeles Dodgers pull two top prospects from Double-A lineup before trade deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers' Double-A affiliate, the Tulsa Drillers, removed outfield prospects Zyhir Hope and Kendall George from the lineup on August 1‑2, 2026, just days before the MLB trade deadline. The late‑season scratches have been interpreted as a sign that the organization is considering trading the players, a practice teams often use when prospects are under active discussion. While the move does not confirm a trade, it adds to growing speculation about the Dodgers' roster strategy ahead of the deadline.

Both Hope (21) and George (21) are among the Dodgers' top outfield prospects, with Hope posting a .293/.369/.530 line and George a .332/.418/.399 line at Tulsa. Their absence coincided with other prospects, such as top‑ranked outfielder Josue De Paula, who remained in the lineup and hit a home run. The Dodgers have a deep pool of minor‑league outfield talent, fueling rumors that they may make a significant deal before the deadline.