The MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching, giving teams one last chance to upgrade their rosters for the playoff push.
This year, only a few teams are definitely out of the postseason hunt, creating an air of mystery surrounding what trades will look like. That could lead to some surprise sellers or the possibility of two contenders trading with each other more frequently.
The biggest name available is Tarik Skubal, the two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner, as the Detroit Tigers continue to fall in the AL standings. Any team acquiring Skubal would get the benefit of arguably the best pitcher in baseball until he hits free agency this offseason.
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Red Sox willing to trade Jarren Duran
- Date: July 31
- Source: Julian McWilliams
The Red Sox are willing to trade OF Jarren Duran, McWilliams reports, amid a monumentally difficult season for the former top prospect. Duran is batting just .195 and has been in the headlines this season for yelling at teammate Willson Contreras and flipping the middle finger to a fan.
Brewers willing to cover Tarik Skubal's salary
- Date: July 31
- Source: Ken Rosenthal
The Brewers would be willing to pay the remainder of Tarik Skubal's $32 million salary, which could make the path to a trade easier. According to a separate report, top prospect Jesus Made isn't available in Skubal talks.
Freddy Peralta scratched from start
- Date: July 31
- Source: Joel Sherman
The Mets have scratched Freddy Peralta from his scheduled start on Friday as trade talks pick up. Peralta has struggled mightily this season but finished fourth in NL Cy Young voting with the Brewers last season.
Yankees talking to Rockies about Hunter Goodman
- Date: July 31
- Source: Jon Heyman
The Yankees and other teams are talking to the Rockies about a potential Hunter Goodman trade, Heyman reports, but the chances of a Goodman deal are still "less than 50-50."
Tigers scratch Casey Mize from start
- Date: July 31
- Source: Chris McCoskey
The Tigers have scratched Casey Mize from tonight's start against the Athletics, with Chris McCoskey reporting the move is a precaution ahead of the trade deadline. No deal appears to be in place, but Mize is a likely trade candidate before Monday as the Tigers reinforce the expectation that they will sell.
Twins land reliever A.J. Minter from Mets
- Date: July 30
- Source: Jeff Passan
The Mets are sending left-handed reliever A.J. Minter to the Twins for infield prospects Billy Amick and Bruin Agbayani. Minter has an injury history, but he's carrying a 2.35 ERA across 23 appearances this season and has a 2.76 ERA dating back to 2020.
Executives would be 'very surprised' if Skubal isn't dealt
- Date: July 30
- Source: Jeff Passan
ESPN's Jeff Passan says MLB executives would be "very surprised" if Tarik Skubal isn't traded by the Tigers, adding that Detroit would prefer to have a deal done by Monday morning to avoid any hang-ups with players' medicals.
Mets listening to offers on almost entire roster
- Date: July 30
- Source: Jorge Castillo
Castillo names Juan Soto, Carson Benge, AJ Ewing, Nolan McLean, Christian Scott and Francisco Lindor as players the Mets will definitely not trade. Otherwise, New York appears open for business this trade deadline.
Blue Jays, Phillies could be trade partners
- Date: July 30
- Source: Jon Morosi
With the Phillies looking to buy and the Blue Jays falling further out of contention, these teams could be a match. Among the Toronto players that Philadelphia could target are Daulton Varsho, Jeff Hoffman or George Springer.
Hunter Greene drawing significant trade interest
- Date: July 30
- Source: Ken Rosenthal
The Reds ace may be available if a team can entice Cincinnati with a strong enough package. Greene is under team control for the next 3.5 seasons, and despite injury concerns, remains one of the more talented pitchers in the league.
Rays, Red Sox, Yankees interested in Hunter Goodman
- Date: July 30
- Source: Ken Rosenthal
The three AL East rivals all need catching help and could duke it out for the Rockies catcher. However, there is no guarantee that Colorado trades Goodman, as the asking price is reportedly a multi-player package that includes a top-tier prospect.
Phillies, Angels have discussed Zach Neto
- Date: July 29
- Source Jeff Passan
If the Angels decide to put Neto on the market, he could be one of the more sought-after players. The Phillies need offensive help, but it's a question of whether they could out-bid other teams for the Los Angeles shortstop.
Cubs among teams interested in Skubal
- Date: July 29
- Source: PJ Mooney
The Cubs have dealt with a ton of injury issues this year, so it makes sense that they would at least explore the cost of acquiring Skubal. However, they will have competition from several teams across the majors and must put together a strong package.
Tigers expected to trade Tarik Skubal
- Date: July 29
- Source: Jeff Passan
The Tigers' brutal loss on Wednesday appears to be the final straw, as Detroit is more likely than not going to sell their ace ahead of the deadline. Skubal would then become the best player on the market this Summer.
Yankees checked in on Adley Rutschman
- Date: July 29
- Source: Jon Heyman
As the Yankees need catching help, they may look to their division rival Orioles. Baltimore is still in the playoff hunt, but since Rutschman is a free agent after next season, they could look to move him now.
Rangers get Logan O'Hoppe, Chase Silseth from Angels
- Date: July 29
- Source: Jeff Passan
Texas is sending Los Angeles minor leaguer Angel Arredondo to complete the deal. O'Hoppe has had a brutal season, but Silseth is a quality reliever who should find a role in the back of the Rangers' bullpen.
Red Sox acquire Curtis Mead from Nationals for Connelly Early
- Date: July 25
- Source: Jeff Passan
It's a one-for-one deal with Boston acquiring offensive help in exchange for the young starter. Both teams in this deal trade a strength for a weakness, as the Red Sox needed help on offense and the Nationals needed more pitching depth.
MLB trade additions by team
Arizona Diamondbacks
Athletics
Atlanta Braves
Baltimore Orioles
Boston Red Sox
- 3B Curtis Mead
Chicago Cubs
Chicago White Sox
Cincinnati Reds
Cleveland Guardians
Colorado Rockies
Detroit Tigers
Houston Astros
Kansas City Royals
Los Angeles Angels
- IF Angel Arredondo
Los Angeles Dodgers
Miami Marlins
Milwaukee Brewers
Minnesota Twins
New York Mets
New York Yankees
Philadelphia Phillies
Pittsburgh Pirates
San Diego Padres
San Francisco Giants
Seattle Mariners
St. Louis Cardinals
Tampa Bay Rays
Texas Rangers
- C Logan O'Hoppe
- RP Chase Silseth
Toronto Blue Jays
Washington Nationals
- SP Connelly Early

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