The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly showing interest in St. Louis Cardinals utilityman Brendan Donovan. Could they pull a trade off?

MLB player prop bets and odds for Brendan Donovan on Saturday, July 26, 2025, as the St. Louis Cardinals take on the San Diego Padres.

Brendan Donovan reaches his apex to make a stunning run-saving grab off of a line drive from Fernando Tatis Jr. in the 4th inning

The New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers are both reportedly pursuing a trade for the same All-Star utilityman from the St. Louis Cardinals.

As the Los Angeles Dodgers appear intent on addressing their bullpen at the MLB trade deadline this season, they also are said to have interest in acquiring a left-handed hitting outfielder.

Helsley has been rumored as a trade target since the offseason, and a trade for him still seems realistic. As we know, Donovan made his first All-Star Game in 2025, is hitting nearly .300 and can play multiple defensive positions. That's a valuable player, and the Cardinals are treating him as one.

The Cardinals' All-Star is drawing attention, but may only be available at a "sky-high" cost. Visit MLB Trade Rumors for more.

The Yankees need infield help. Brendan Donovan might be available. So MLB insider Jon Heyman’s report Friday that the All-Star utility man “would interest the Yankees, if he’s available,” makes a lot of sense.

Brendan Donovan and Willson Contreras hit three-run homers in the second inning and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 9-7 on Thursday night in the opener of