MLB Trade Deadline Articles - Page 14

The Toronto Blue Jays took another series from the New York Yankees to maintain the AL East lead. They took advantage of the Bombers’ poor defense to take two games, extending their lead to four games. Now, the Blue Jays shift their focus to the MLB trade deadline as they look to add bullpen pieces. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are seeking relievers ahead of next week’s MLB trade deadline, and they might have to part with one of their more available starting pitchers in order to acquire help. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal recently reported that the Dodgers could consider trading starter Dustin May. It is not the first time that […]

The Milwaukee Brewers have the best record in baseball at 61-41. After a slow start, they have rocketed up the standings and are set for another postseason appearance. But they have not won a postseason series since 2018, losing five series in a row. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal made a plea for the Brewers to […]

The Oakland Athletics left-hander JP Sears once again proved his worth on the mound Wednesday, turning in a steady performance against the Texas Rangers amid increasing trade rumors. With the July 31, 2025, Trade Deadline nearing, Sears remains a hot name among teams in need of reliable starting pitching. In a 2-1 loss to the […]

The Washington Nationals have won three of their last four games, but they are still woefully out of the playoff race. They should be sellers at the trade deadline, even with interim GM Mike DeBartolo in place. One of the best hitters on the team in recent weeks has turned himself into a prime trade […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have fielded calls on star center fielder Oneil Cruz ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline, but it doesn’t sound like he’s going anywhere unless a team offers a blockbuster return. “Some teams have reached out to Pittsburgh about Oneil Cruz, but a source said that while the Pirates will listen, they’re […]

After narrowly missing out on the playoffs last season, the Arizona Diamondbacks entered the 2025 season with high hopes, as evidenced by their major offseason addition of ace Corbin Burnes. However, just like Burnes’ season, the Diamondbacks’ playoff hopes may be going up in smoke, as with eight days to go before the trade deadline, […]

The New York Yankees are interested in Arizona Diamondbacks star Eugenio Suarez at the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline. However, the Bronx Bombers are considering backup plans as they explore their options. Names such as Maikel Garcia have been bandied about as potential fits. On Wednesday, though, another name emerged: Colorado Rockies star Ryan McMahon. The […]

The New York Yankees are coming off a rough series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Luckily for them, Ben Rice helped the Yankees defeat the Blue Jays on Tuesday. Despite each game’s importance, New York general manager Brian Cashman’s focus to the Major League Baseball trade deadline. San Diego Padres starter Dylan Cease has emerged […]

Amid growing speculation ahead of the 2025 trade deadline, the Cincinnati Reds are reportedly exploring a reunion with slugger Eugenio Suarez, now with the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic. There is mutual interest between both clubs, with the Reds eyeing Suarez to bolster their lineup for a postseason push. Suarez, […]

The Miami Marlins enter the Major League Baseball trade deadline as sellers. While former Cy Young Award winner Sandy Alcantara has garnered most of the attention, another name has emerged. Over his last few starts, Edward Cabrera has put up numbers that could entice contenders. Marlins general manager Kim Ng will has a decision to […]

With the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaching, Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz has emerged as a significant name drawing league-wide attention, according to Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Several teams have inquired about Cruz’s availability. While the Pirates are not actively shopping the 26-year-old, they are open to listening to offers. Cruz, the […]

The St. Louis Cardinals’ latest loss wasn’t just painful—it was downright embarrassing. Manager Oliver Marmol didn’t hold back after his club was shut out 6-0 by the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday, closing out a disappointing series in Denver. The blunt assessment spread quickly after MLB’s John Denton took to X (formerly known as Twitter) and […]

There might not be a hotter team in Major League Baseball right now than the Milwaukee Brewers. Their 1-0 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night is their only blemish in the second half of the season. Despite their long winning streak, the Brewers will not stand pat at the MLB trade deadline. One […]

The Major League Baseball trade deadline is just over a week away. Over the last two weeks, a new player has taken over as the top talent available. Contenders across the league are interested in Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez. According to the latest reports, the New York Mets general manager David Stearns has […]

The San Diego Padres are in a tricky spot as the trade deadline approaches. With playoff hopes still alive but roster holes glaring, a surprising possibility has emerged: the Padres could trade ace right-hander Dylan Cease — and potentially replace him with Atlanta Braves veteran Charlie Morton. According to ESPN’s Buster Olney, San Diego has […]

The Houston Astros have battled adversity all season, but two major injuries this week could finally force the front office’s hand ahead of the July 31 trade deadline. Right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a blister on his pitching hand, marking his third trip to the IL this […]

With the trade deadline less than a week away, the Kansas City Royals are facing a tricky decision — keep veteran right-hander Seth Lugo and continue a push toward the postseason, or move him for controllable talent to strengthen the roster long term. One name that’s surfaced in connection with Kansas City: Boston Red Sox […]

As the July 31 trade deadline draws near, the Seattle Mariners find themselves in a familiar but urgent position — postseason contenders with a glaring need for offensive reinforcement at the corners. With Arizona Diamondbacks’ 3B Eugenio Suárez generating interest across the league, the Mariners may need a backup plan. Enter Minnesota utilityman Willi Castro. […]

2025 has been yet another up and down season for the Los Angeles Angels. Losing veteran manager Ron Washington for the rest of the season due to health problems was a massive blow. The Angels are fourth in the AL West, ten games behind the Houston Astros. However, the team is only four games out […]

The Cleveland Guardians are hovering around the .500 mark. It remains to be seen if they will trade star closer Emmanuel Clase. If the Guardians decide to trade Clase, the Philadelphia Phillies could pursue a deal for the closer. Jeff Passan of ESPN recently revealed a possible complication in the event that the Phillies do […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have reportedly designated starting pitcher Erick Fedde for assignment, per Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. “The Cardinals announced they have designated Erick Fedde for assignment. Fedde (3-10, 5.22 ERA) was in the final year of his two-year, $15 million deal,” Feinsand wrote on X, formerly Twitter. As Feinsand wrote, Fedde was in […]

The Kansas City Royals added pitching depth on Wednesday. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Kansas City is acquiring right-handed pitcher Joey Krehbiel for cash considerations. “Krehbiel, 32, was not on Rays’ 40-man roster and had been pitching at Triple A,” Rosenthal added on X, formerly Twitter. The 32-year-old pitcher made his big league […]

Minnesota Twins reliever Griffin Jax is among the names swirling in trade rumors ahead of the MLB deadline. As a high-leverage arm, Jax understands the business side of the game, and now that reality is hitting close to home. With the Twins exploring moves involving several key players, Jax finds himself at the center of […]

The Cleveland Guardians are currently 50-50. Their exact .500 record makes it quite difficult to predict whether or not they will buy or sell ahead of the MLB trade deadline. One player that has been mentioned in trade rumors is outfielder Steven Kwan. Reports have suggested that Kwan will likely end up remaining in Cleveland. […]

The Minnesota Twins are at a crossroads ahead of the MLB trade deadline. The decisions they make in the coming days could shape the franchise’s future. While they’re open to trading key players, uncertainty surrounding the team’s pending ownership change has complicated those plans. As a result, the Twins front office are focusing on potential […]

Heading to Wednesday’s matchup versus the Kansas City Royals, the Chicago Cubs have company at the top of the NL Central. Right now, the Cubs are tied with the Milwaukee Brewers at 60-41. A win on Wednesday would ensure that the Cubs stay in first, for at least another day. What is also apparent is […]

The 2025 season has been a nightmare for the Baltimore Orioles. They’ve become one of the best teams in MLB over the past few seasons, reaping the rewards of a painful rebuild that had them bring up the rear in the entire league for a few years, but they have declined big time this season. […]

The San Diego Padres should rightfully feel like they have a chance to make a run at the World Series this season, and they are trying to make a few final moves to get their roster ready for the postseason at the trade deadline. The Padres have a couple of needs or wants at the […]

The New York Yankees are in the middle of another rough stretch. They are 6-4 over their last ten games, but injuries continue to pile up for Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone. After losing Clark Schmidt for the season, New York’s starting rotation is very thin. However, Athletics closer Mason Miller could fill the hole […]

The Detroit Tigers have the best record in the American League at 60-41. But they are still in a dry spell, entering Tuesday’s action having lost eight of their last nine games. That could lead to big additions at the trade deadline, specifically to the bullpen. The Athletic’s Jim Bowden has four high-leverage bullpen arms […]

The fact that Dustin May pitched for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2025 is a minor miracle. After suffering a bizarre lettuce injury that caused an esophageal tear and could have cost him his life, May returned to the mound for the first time since 2023 and has gone on to appear in 18 games […]

The New York Mets are preparing to make a serious run at a World Series title. After the Mets paid Juan Soto a colossal contract this winter, fans thought they among the league’s best. For the most part, New York has delivered. At this year’s Major League Baseball trade deadline, the Baltimore Orioles, Cleveland Guardians, […]

With the trade deadline fast approaching, the Los Angeles Dodgers are weighing all their options — including what to do about Michael Conforto. The veteran outfielder has struggled mightily in his first season in L.A., slashing just .176/.296/.314 with a .610 OPS. Once envisioned as a key depth piece in a star-studded lineup, Conforto has […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have been one of Major League Baseball’s biggest surprises. Even after the All-Star break, St. Louis is still in the National League playoff picture. The Cardinals’ success has angered other general managers who thought they would be willing to sell at the MLB trade deadline. However, the Detroit Tigers could make […]

The Baltimore Orioles are well out of the American League playoff picture. They got off to a dreadful start, and even a decent last month hasn’t put them in contention. That should be selling at the trade deadline, even if core pieces like Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson are not available. ESPN’s Buster Olney reports […]

The Boston Red Sox are more than five games out of the top spot in the American League East. With the Major League Baseball trade deadline looming, Jarren Duran’s name has become more and more popular. Teams interested in the former All-Star include the San Diego Padres and the Philadelphia Phillies. If he were put […]

The American League East is as tight as any division in Major League Baseball this season. The Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox were fourth and fifth in the division before Tuesday night’s games. The Rays especially have many players in trade rumors. In-division trades are rare, but the Red Sox have their eyes […]

With the MLB trade deadline approaching on July 31, the Houston Astros are targeting a left-handed bat to balance their lineup and potentially boost their postseason push. Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe has emerged as a potential fit. Lowe addresses two key needs for Houston: being able to play second base and being […]