The Athletics need pitching help. The idea of trading a position player or two could make sense as the ball club looks to upgrade its rotation. However, although infielder Jacob Wilson is reportedly receiving trade interest, the A's should avoid moving him this offseason.
Teams have “inquired” about Wilson's availability, according to Bob Nightengale of USA TODAY. Trading Wilson this offseason wouldn't make much sense, though. The Athletics are rebuilding and would love to build a reliable core of players. Wilson, 24, is under contract through 2032 and has a club option for 2033.
It is worth mentioning that Wilson was limited to just 80 games played this past season because of injury trouble. In 2025, though, he earned an All-Star selection and ultimately hit .311 with an .800 OPS across 125 games played.
Trading a 24-year-old All-Star infielder who has a number of years of team control remaining on his contract would be a questionable move. The A's have other players they can trade for pitching help, or they could always turn to prospects if necessary. All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers has been mentioned as a trade candidate, and he'd be a much more reasonable player to move for the team.
Article Continues BelowWill rumors continue to swirl about a possible Wilson trade? It would not be surprising. The Athletics would be making a mistake by moving him — unless they receive an offer that seems too good to be true.
A Jacob Wilson deal coming to fruition seems unlikely, but it's uncertain if the Athletics are listening to trade offers.