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Red Sox Finalize Blockbuster Trade for Catcher Adley Rutschman
The Boston Red Sox bolstered their postseason push by acquiring three-time All-Star Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for a package of top-tier prospects.
George Lombard Jr. and Heliot Ramos Join Yankees Lineup; Volpe, Dominguez Optioned
George Lombard Jr. and trade acquisition Heliot Ramos entered the Yankees lineup Tuesday as Anthony Volpe and Jasson Dominguez were optioned to Triple-A.
Dodgers Reach +150 World Series Odds Following Tarik Skubal Acquisition
The Los Angeles Dodgers moved from +190 to +150 to win the championship following the Saturday acquisition of two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal.
2026 MLB Trade Deadline: Dodgers Land Skubal as Rutschman Moves to Red Sox
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal at the MLB trade deadline, while Baltimore received prospect Enddy Azocar.
Dodgers Land Tarik Skubal as Orioles Trade Adley Rutschman at 2026 MLB Deadline
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired ace Tarik Skubal for three prospects as the 2026 MLB trade deadline closed at 6 p.m. ET on Monday.
Yankees to Call Up George Lombard Jr. as Anthony Volpe Optioned to Triple-A
The New York Yankees plan to promote George Lombard Jr. on Tuesday following a 13-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals and the demotion of Anthony Volpe.
Cubs Trade Jefferson Rojas for Clay Holmes and Tyrone Taylor
The Chicago Cubs acquired right-hander Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the New York Mets on Monday for infielder Jefferson Rojas.
Tarik Skubal Joins Dodgers After 10-9 Tigers Loss; LA Falls 10-5 to Cubs
Tarik Skubal arrived at Wrigley Field following a 10-9 loss in his final Detroit start, as the Dodgers dropped their series opener to the Cubs 10-5.
Harris Defends Tarik Skubal Trade After Tigers Receive Three Dodgers Prospects
Detroit Tigers president Scott Harris finalized the Tarik Skubal trade 36 hours before the deadline, acquiring Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith.
Astros Finalizing Trade for Blue Jays Center Fielder Daulton Varsho
The Houston Astros are finalizing a deal for Daulton Varsho, who brings 83 defensive runs saved since 2022 to the AL West leaders.
Red Sox Acquire Adley Rutschman; Pirates Land Luke Weaver in MLB Trade Deadline
The Boston Red Sox landed catcher Adley Rutschman and Jake Rogers from the Orioles for a four-player package during the 2026 MLB trade deadline.
Bryce Harper Moves to Outfield as Phillies Acquire Luis Arraez from Giants
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired second baseman Luis Arraez and reliever Caleb Kilian from the San Francisco Giants, forcing Bryce Harper back to right field.
Boston Red Sox Acquire Adley Rutschman; Catcher Holds .251 Average with 8 Home Runs
The Boston Red Sox finalized a trade for three-time All-Star Adley Rutschman, who recorded 47 RBIs and 69 career home runs before moving to the AL East rival.
Padres Finalize Robbie Ray Trade; Lefty Boasts 1.36 June ERA
San Diego is acquiring left-hander Robbie Ray from the Giants, a veteran with a 3.08 ERA and 107 strikeouts through the 2026 campaign.
Angels Trade Jo Adell to Guardians for Catching Prospect Jacob Cozart
The Los Angeles Angels traded outfielder Jo Adell to the Cleveland Guardians on Monday in exchange for Double-A catching prospect Jacob Cozart.
Mariners Acquire Taylor Ward for Three Pitchers to Boost .650 OPS Against Lefties
The Seattle Mariners have acquired outfielder Taylor Ward, who leads the American League with 87 walks, in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles.
Phillies Acquire Brooks Raley from Mets to Boost 27th-Ranked Bullpen
Philadelphia acquired left-hander Brooks Raley, who holds a 1.96 ERA this season, from the Mets for two prospects.
Jacob Misiorowski Slams 'Awful' Angel Stadium Mound After 10-K Performance
Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski criticized the Angel Stadium pitching surface as an injury risk following a 3-0 loss to the Angels on Sunday.
Blue Jays Acquire Jose Soriano for Arjun Nimmala and Two Prospects
Toronto adds right-hander Jose Soriano, who posted a 3.72 ERA over four seasons, in exchange for top shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala.
Phillies Acquire NL Batting Leader Luis Arraez in Trade with Giants
The Philadelphia Phillies are acquiring second baseman Luis Arraez, who currently leads the National League with a .324 batting average.
Dodgers Land Tarik Skubal as MLB Trade Deadline Approaches Monday 6 p.m. ET
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal late Saturday night, while the Rays added Freddy Peralta and the Cubs landed Kevin Gausman ahead of the MLB trade deadline.
MLB Trade Deadline: Arraez Hits .324 as Teams Target 10 Key Players
As the 6 p.m. ET MLB trade deadline approaches, Luis Arraez leads the National League with a .324 batting average while Casey Mize boasts a 2.70 ERA.
Tarik Skubal Traded to Dodgers Following Tigers' 13-1 Victory Over Athletics
Tarik Skubal moves to the Los Angeles Dodgers after nine years in Detroit, departing just after the Tigers secured a 13-1 win against Oakland.
Braves Land Tyler Mahle for Anthony Molina to Bolster First-Place Rotation
The Atlanta Braves acquired 31-year-old right-hander Tyler Mahle from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for minor league pitcher Anthony Molina.