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Dodgers Acquire Tarik Skubal for Three Prospects; Friedman Rejects 'Ruining' Claim
The Los Angeles Dodgers finalized a trade for Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal in exchange for Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith.
Cubs Acquire Kevin Gausman for Brett Bateman and Ty Southisene
Chicago lands veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman, who owns 490 career splitter strikeouts, in a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays.
Yankees Trade Four Pitchers to Nationals for NL Slugging Leader Luis Garcia Jr.
Luis Garcia Jr. joins the New York Yankees after hitting 23 home runs and posting a .560 slugging percentage in 104 games for Washington.
Tigers Trade Tarik Skubal to Dodgers After 8-6 Win Over Athletics
Detroit traded two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers for three prospects following an 8-6 victory against the A's.
Rays Acquire Freddy Peralta from Mets for Three Prospects on Sunday
The Tampa Bay Rays bolstered their rotation by acquiring Freddy Peralta, who arrives from the Mets with a 4.99 ERA through 113 2/3 innings.
Dodgers Acquire Cy Young Winner Tarik Skubal for Hope, Ryan, and Smith
The Los Angeles Dodgers landed reigning American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal in a trade involving prospects Zyhir Hope and River Ryan.
Tarik Skubal Traded to Dodgers for Three Prospects After Nine Seasons in Detroit
The Detroit Tigers traded Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers for Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith during a Saturday night game at Sutter Health Park.
Dodgers Acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers for Three Top-30 Prospects
The Los Angeles Dodgers finalized a trade for two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal in exchange for Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith.
Red Sox Expect Willson Contreras Back Sunday Following Concussion Testing
Willson Contreras missed Saturday's 3-2 win against the Dodgers for concussion protocols but is expected to return for the series finale.
Reynaldo Lopez Placed on Injured List as Braves Secure 8-3 Victory
Right-hander Reynaldo Lopez was scratched 35 minutes before first pitch on Saturday due to left knee inflammation, leading to an immediate injured list stint.
Carlos Correa Eyes 2026 Return as Houston Astros Lead AL West
Carlos Correa is running at 90% intensity following May 11 ankle surgery and could return to the first-place Houston Astros this season.
Braves Land Lane Thomas; Royals Receive Lucas Braun and Carter Holton
The Atlanta Braves acquired outfielder Lane Thomas and Bailey Falter from the Royals on Saturday for two minor league pitchers.
White Sox Acquire Luis Castillo from Mariners for Dominguez, Jones, and Smith
Chicago lands 33-year-old starter Luis Castillo in a trade involving Seranthony Dominguez and prospect Boston Smith.
Dodgers Acquire Tarik Skubal for Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith
The Los Angeles Dodgers finalized a trade for two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, who owns a 2.79 ERA and 116 strikeouts this season.
Guardians Acquire Yoho and Perkins for Naylor and Heuer in Four-Player Trade
The Cleveland Guardians acquired RHP Craig Yoho and switch-hitter Blake Perkins from the Brewers in exchange for Bo Naylor and Codi Heuer.
MLB Trade Deadline: Tarik Skubal Hits 99.9 MPH as 90% Trade Candidate
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal reaches 99.9 mph following bone chip surgery, making him a 90% likely candidate for the August 3 MLB trade deadline.
Cubs Place Gavin Hollowell on IL as Daniel Palencia Nears Return
Reliever Gavin Hollowell moves to the 15-day IL with shoulder inflammation as Daniel Palencia prepares for a Saturday live bullpen session.
Astros Move Tatsuya Imai to Bullpen After 5.83 ERA Start Through 15 Outings
Tatsuya Imai moves to the Houston bullpen for the upcoming Texas series following a start where he recorded just two outs and four walks.
Tigers Call Up Max Clark, Scratch Casey Mize Before MLB Trade Deadline
The Detroit Tigers promoted 2023 third-overall pick Max Clark to the majors for Friday's series opener against the Athletics.
Mariners Move J.P. Crawford to 10-Day IL With Left Wrist Inflammation
Seattle placed J.P. Crawford on the 10-day injured list prior to Friday's game against the Twins, recalling infielder Leo Rivas from Triple-A Tacoma.
Orioles Sign Reliever Yennier Cano to $7.5 Million Two-Year Extension
Right-handed reliever Yennier Cano secured a $7.5 million extension with the Baltimore Orioles covering the 2027 and 2028 seasons.
Twins Acquire Dean Kremer for 18-Year-Old Outfielder Jhomnardo Reyes
The Minnesota Twins bolstered their rotation by acquiring Dean Kremer, who has allowed 14 runs over his last 10 innings of work.
MLB Trade Deadline: Tarik Skubal Headlines Market After Tigers Blow 7-0 Lead
The Detroit Tigers face a critical MLB trade deadline decision after Tarik Skubal started a game where the team blew a 7-0 lead against the Baltimore Orioles.
Mets Trade A.J. Minter to Twins for Prospects Amick and Agbayani
The Minnesota Twins acquired left-handed reliever A.J. Minter from the last-place New York Mets in exchange for infielders Billy Amick and Bruin Agbayani.