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Pete Crow-Armstrong (OF - CHC)
8/5/26 4:30 PM - Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong adds to NL MVP case in front of Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani. Pete Crow-Armstrong has added to his NL MVP campaign right in front of Shohei Ohtani. Crow-Armstrong slugged two more homers for the Chicago Cubs in their series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers, including a laser off the videoboard in right field. He also hit an RBI double to right in the second inning. Of course, Ohtani started the game with his 25th homer. The Japanese slugger also hit a leadoff single in the fifth. Ohtani won his second straight NL MVP award in 2025, smacking 55 homers and recording a 2.87 ERA in 14 starts on the mound for the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/cubs-star-pet...
8/5/26 4:30 PM - Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong adds to NL MVP case in front of Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani. Pete Crow-Armstrong has added to his NL MVP campaign right in front of Shohei Ohtani. Crow-Armstrong slugged two more homers for the Chicago Cubs in their series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers, including a laser off the videoboard in right field. He also hit an RBI double to right in the second inning. Of course, Ohtani started the game with his 25th homer. The Japanese slugger also hit a leadoff single in the fifth. Ohtani won his second straight NL MVP award in 2025, smacking 55 homers and recording a 2.87 ERA in 14 starts on the mound for the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/cubs-star-pet...
Marcell Ozuna (DH - PIT)
8/5/26 3:09 PM - Pirates to release Marcell Ozuna, promote Ronny Simon for roster spot, AP source says. The Pittsburgh Pirates are cutting ties with veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna as they gear up for a playoff push. A person with knowledge of the decision told the Associated Press that the club is releasing the 35-year-old following a nightmarish stretch in which the three-time All-Star could never seem to get on track. The Pirates, who are chasing their first playoff spot in over a decade, are planning to promote outfielder Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis to take Ozuna's roster spot.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/pirates-to-re...
8/5/26 3:09 PM - Pirates to release Marcell Ozuna, promote Ronny Simon for roster spot, AP source says. The Pittsburgh Pirates are cutting ties with veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna as they gear up for a playoff push. A person with knowledge of the decision told the Associated Press that the club is releasing the 35-year-old following a nightmarish stretch in which the three-time All-Star could never seem to get on track. The Pirates, who are chasing their first playoff spot in over a decade, are planning to promote outfielder Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis to take Ozuna's roster spot.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/pirates-to-re...
Shota Imanaga (P - CHC)
8/5/26 12:46 PM - MLB trends: Shota Imanaga's one weird trick to stop tipping, plus two traded players who should fit right in. Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trends-cubs...
8/5/26 12:46 PM - MLB trends: Shota Imanaga's one weird trick to stop tipping, plus two traded players who should fit right in. Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trends-cubs...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/5/26 12:16 PM - What's wrong with the Dodgers? Three causes for season-high losing streak -- and why they shouldn't be worried. The Dodgers lost their fifth straight game on Tuesday night, Tarik Skubal's team debut
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/dodgers-losing-...
8/5/26 12:16 PM - What's wrong with the Dodgers? Three causes for season-high losing streak -- and why they shouldn't be worried. The Dodgers lost their fifth straight game on Tuesday night, Tarik Skubal's team debut
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/dodgers-losing-...
Kevin Gausman (P - CHC)
8/5/26 11:28 AM - Kevin Gausman Expected To Make Cubs Debut Against Royals On Friday Night. Kevin Gausman is scheduled to make his first start for the Chicago Cubs on Friday night against the Kansas City Royals.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/kevin-gausma...
8/5/26 11:28 AM - Kevin Gausman Expected To Make Cubs Debut Against Royals On Friday Night. Kevin Gausman is scheduled to make his first start for the Chicago Cubs on Friday night against the Kansas City Royals.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/kevin-gausma...
Shota Imanaga (P - CHC)
8/5/26 9:46 AM - MLB trends: Shota Imanaga's one weird trick to stop tipping, plus two traded players who should fit right in. Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trends-cubs...
8/5/26 9:46 AM - MLB trends: Shota Imanaga's one weird trick to stop tipping, plus two traded players who should fit right in. Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trends-cubs...
Luke Weaver (P - PIT)
8/5/26 9:00 AM - Mets to pay $8.1M to Pirates as part of Weaver trade, Cubs to send Toronto nearly $5M with Taillon. The New York Mets are paying more than $8.1 million to the Pirates in a trade that sent pitcher Luke Weaver to Pittsburgh. That covers most of the $13.4 million left on Weaver's contract. Pittsburgh will pay Weaver a small portion of his salary. In other deals, the Chicago Cubs are paying nearly $5 million to Toronto in the transaction that sent pitcher Jameson Taillon to the Blue Jays. The San Francisco Giants are paying San Diego more than $4 million in the trade that sent 2021 AL Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray to the Padres.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/mets-to-pay-8...
8/5/26 9:00 AM - Mets to pay $8.1M to Pirates as part of Weaver trade, Cubs to send Toronto nearly $5M with Taillon. The New York Mets are paying more than $8.1 million to the Pirates in a trade that sent pitcher Luke Weaver to Pittsburgh. That covers most of the $13.4 million left on Weaver's contract. Pittsburgh will pay Weaver a small portion of his salary. In other deals, the Chicago Cubs are paying nearly $5 million to Toronto in the transaction that sent pitcher Jameson Taillon to the Blue Jays. The San Francisco Giants are paying San Diego more than $4 million in the trade that sent 2021 AL Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray to the Padres.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/mets-to-pay-8...
Nick Pivetta (P - SD)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Padres' Pivetta abruptly exits rehab due to elbow. Padres RHP Nick Pivetta exited his first rehab outing Tuesday with what San Diego manager Craig Stammen later told reporters was some minor tightness in his right elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532322/padre...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Padres' Pivetta abruptly exits rehab due to elbow. Padres RHP Nick Pivetta exited his first rehab outing Tuesday with what San Diego manager Craig Stammen later told reporters was some minor tightness in his right elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532322/padre...
Luis Arraez (1B/DH - PHI)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Arraez has 2 hits, 2 RBIs in 'beautiful' Phils debut. Newly acquired Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez had two hits and drove in two runs in the Phillies' 5-0 win on Tuesday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532294/luis-...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Arraez has 2 hits, 2 RBIs in 'beautiful' Phils debut. Newly acquired Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez had two hits and drove in two runs in the Phillies' 5-0 win on Tuesday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532294/luis-...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Even in loss, Skubal 'plenty good' in L.A. debut. Two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal didn't have his best stuff in his Los Angeles debut, landing only 51 strikes on 85 pitches, but the Dodgers also offered little run support as they dropped a 5-1 outing to the Cubs.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49533593/skuba...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Even in loss, Skubal 'plenty good' in L.A. debut. Two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal didn't have his best stuff in his Los Angeles debut, landing only 51 strikes on 85 pitches, but the Dodgers also offered little run support as they dropped a 5-1 outing to the Cubs.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49533593/skuba...
Dalton Rushing (C - LAD)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534224/dodge...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534224/dodge...
Ronny Simon (OF - PIT)
8/5/26 7:52 AM - Source: Pirates releasing Marcell Ozuna; Ronny Simon to take roster spot. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/source-pirates-releasing-...
8/5/26 7:52 AM - Source: Pirates releasing Marcell Ozuna; Ronny Simon to take roster spot. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/source-pirates-releasing-...
Mickey Moniak (OF - COL)
8/5/26 7:04 AM - Rockies lock up outfielder Mickey Moniak with a $16.25 million, 2-year contract for 2027 and '28. Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak agreed Tuesday to a $16.25 million, two-year contract that covers 2027 and '28. He gets $7.25 million next season.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/rockies-loc...
8/5/26 7:04 AM - Rockies lock up outfielder Mickey Moniak with a $16.25 million, 2-year contract for 2027 and '28. Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak agreed Tuesday to a $16.25 million, two-year contract that covers 2027 and '28. He gets $7.25 million next season.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/rockies-loc...
Kodai Senga (P - NYM)
8/5/26 6:30 AM - Mets making Kodai Senga a high-leverage reliever is a smart move that could pay off. Mets right-hander Kodai Senga's upside as a starting pitcher remains tantalizing. But after a year of struggles, his future could be as a high-leverage reliever.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-kodai-senga-high-leve...
8/5/26 6:30 AM - Mets making Kodai Senga a high-leverage reliever is a smart move that could pay off. Mets right-hander Kodai Senga's upside as a starting pitcher remains tantalizing. But after a year of struggles, his future could be as a high-leverage reliever.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-kodai-senga-high-leve...
Luis Arraez (1B/DH - PHI)
8/5/26 2:55 AM - Jesús Luzardo shines as pitching excellence continues to power Phillies in August. PHILADELPHIA — Much of the focus this week for the Phillies has been on position changes and the energy shift in the lineup with the arrival of Luis Arraez. Three players debuted at unfamiliar positions and the big acquisition Arraez stole the show with a pair of runs batted in as the Phillies’ new cleanup […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
8/5/26 2:55 AM - Jesús Luzardo shines as pitching excellence continues to power Phillies in August. PHILADELPHIA — Much of the focus this week for the Phillies has been on position changes and the energy shift in the lineup with the arrival of Luis Arraez. Three players debuted at unfamiliar positions and the big acquisition Arraez stole the show with a pair of runs batted in as the Phillies’ new cleanup […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)
8/5/26 2:49 AM - New-look Phillies have big day with strong debut from Luis Arraez, busy game in right field for Bryce Harper. PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper was pleased to see that the fans in the right-field stands remembered his old routine. It had been a while — not since April 16, 2022 — that he played the outfield, but the crowd was still ready for his signature pregame bow to make its return. Harper acknowledged the patrons, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/new-look-philli...
8/5/26 2:49 AM - New-look Phillies have big day with strong debut from Luis Arraez, busy game in right field for Bryce Harper. PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper was pleased to see that the fans in the right-field stands remembered his old routine. It had been a while — not since April 16, 2022 — that he played the outfield, but the crowd was still ready for his signature pregame bow to make its return. Harper acknowledged the patrons, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/new-look-philli...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/5/26 2:39 AM - Tarik Skubal takes loss in Dodgers debut as Los Angeles' season-long losing streak continues. Skubal had a solid first outing in a Dodgers uniform but didn't get much run support from his new teammates
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/tarik-skubal-do...
8/5/26 2:39 AM - Tarik Skubal takes loss in Dodgers debut as Los Angeles' season-long losing streak continues. Skubal had a solid first outing in a Dodgers uniform but didn't get much run support from his new teammates
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/tarik-skubal-do...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/5/26 2:28 AM - Tarik Skubal pitches 6 effective innings in Dodgers debut against Cubs. Tarik Skubal has made his Los Angeles Dodgers debut, pitching six effective innings in a 5-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs. It was the first start for Skubal since he was acquired in a blockbuster trade with Detroit on Saturday night. The two-time Cy Young Award winner was booed when he was introduced with the starting lineups and once again when he went out to the mound for his first career appearance at Wrigley Field. Skubal surrendered a leadoff homer to Dansby Swanson on his first pitch of the third. He allowed two runs and four hits while throwing 85 pitches, 51 for strikes.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/tarik-skubal-...
8/5/26 2:28 AM - Tarik Skubal pitches 6 effective innings in Dodgers debut against Cubs. Tarik Skubal has made his Los Angeles Dodgers debut, pitching six effective innings in a 5-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs. It was the first start for Skubal since he was acquired in a blockbuster trade with Detroit on Saturday night. The two-time Cy Young Award winner was booed when he was introduced with the starting lineups and once again when he went out to the mound for his first career appearance at Wrigley Field. Skubal surrendered a leadoff homer to Dansby Swanson on his first pitch of the third. He allowed two runs and four hits while throwing 85 pitches, 51 for strikes.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/tarik-skubal-...
Dalton Rushing (C - LAD)
8/5/26 12:47 AM - Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534224/dodge...
8/5/26 12:47 AM - Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534224/dodge...
Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)
8/4/26 11:49 PM - New-look Phillies have big day with strong debut from Luis Arraez, busy game in right field for Bryce Harper. PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper was pleased to see that the fans in the right-field stands remembered his old routine. It had been a while — not since April 16, 2022 — that he played the outfield, but the crowd was still ready for his signature pregame bow to make its return. Harper acknowledged the patrons, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/new-look-philli...
8/4/26 11:49 PM - New-look Phillies have big day with strong debut from Luis Arraez, busy game in right field for Bryce Harper. PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper was pleased to see that the fans in the right-field stands remembered his old routine. It had been a while — not since April 16, 2022 — that he played the outfield, but the crowd was still ready for his signature pregame bow to make its return. Harper acknowledged the patrons, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/new-look-philli...
Dustin May (P - MIL)
8/4/26 9:45 PM - Brewers send Sproat to Triple-A after landing May. With the Brewers' trade-deadline acquisition of veteran starter Dustin May, rookie right-hander Brandon Sproat became the odd man out of the rotation.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532974/brewe...
8/4/26 9:45 PM - Brewers send Sproat to Triple-A after landing May. With the Brewers' trade-deadline acquisition of veteran starter Dustin May, rookie right-hander Brandon Sproat became the odd man out of the rotation.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532974/brewe...
Jordan Walker (OF - STL)
8/4/26 7:45 PM - Cards scratch Derby champ Walker due to knee. Cardinals All-Star right fielder Jordan Walker was scratched from the starting lineup Tuesday night against the Yankees because of right knee inflammation.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532466/cardi...
8/4/26 7:45 PM - Cards scratch Derby champ Walker due to knee. Cardinals All-Star right fielder Jordan Walker was scratched from the starting lineup Tuesday night against the Yankees because of right knee inflammation.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532466/cardi...
Nick Pivetta (P - SD)
8/4/26 7:45 PM - Padres' Pivetta abruptly exits field in rehab outing. Padres pitcher Nick Pivetta, making his first rehab outing since going on the injured list April 14, walked off the mound mid-inning with what appeared to be an injury.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532322/padre...
8/4/26 7:45 PM - Padres' Pivetta abruptly exits field in rehab outing. Padres pitcher Nick Pivetta, making his first rehab outing since going on the injured list April 14, walked off the mound mid-inning with what appeared to be an injury.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532322/padre...
Luis Arraez (1B/DH - PHI)
8/4/26 7:45 PM - Arraez grateful to be with Phillies, thanks Harper. Newly acquired Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez said he is excited to be in Philadelphia and in a playoff race.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532294/luis-...
8/4/26 7:45 PM - Arraez grateful to be with Phillies, thanks Harper. Newly acquired Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez said he is excited to be in Philadelphia and in a playoff race.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532294/luis-...
Nate Lavender (P - NYM)
8/4/26 5:58 PM - Mets LHP Nate Lavender provides spark in long-awaited, 'unbelievable' MLB debut. With all of the Mets' moves at the trade deadline on Monday, Nate Lavender got the long-awaited call and made the most of his MLB debut Tuesday against the Guardians.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-nate-lavender-spark-u...
8/4/26 5:58 PM - Mets LHP Nate Lavender provides spark in long-awaited, 'unbelievable' MLB debut. With all of the Mets' moves at the trade deadline on Monday, Nate Lavender got the long-awaited call and made the most of his MLB debut Tuesday against the Guardians.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-nate-lavender-spark-u...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
8/4/26 5:12 PM - Bookie: Ohtani ex-interpreter's betting 'bananas'. The bookie for Ippei Mizuhara told ESPN that Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter showed signs of problem gambling within 30 days of betting with him.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49520745/ippei...
8/4/26 5:12 PM - Bookie: Ohtani ex-interpreter's betting 'bananas'. The bookie for Ippei Mizuhara told ESPN that Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter showed signs of problem gambling within 30 days of betting with him.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49520745/ippei...
James Wood (OF/DH - WSH)
8/4/26 5:12 PM - Nats to place Wood on IL with strained oblique. Nationals All-Star outfielder James Wood was placed on the 10-day injured list after suffering a left oblique strain while batting Monday night against the Phillies.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49531649/natio...
8/4/26 5:12 PM - Nats to place Wood on IL with strained oblique. Nationals All-Star outfielder James Wood was placed on the 10-day injured list after suffering a left oblique strain while batting Monday night against the Phillies.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49531649/natio...
Mickey Moniak (OF - COL)
8/4/26 5:12 PM - Rockies, Moniak reach extension through 2028. Left fielder Mickey Moniak, who is hitting .277 with 18 home runs and 49 RBIs this season, has reached a two-year extension with the Rockies.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49531203/rocki...
8/4/26 5:12 PM - Rockies, Moniak reach extension through 2028. Left fielder Mickey Moniak, who is hitting .277 with 18 home runs and 49 RBIs this season, has reached a two-year extension with the Rockies.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49531203/rocki...
Luis Torrens (C - NYM)
8/4/26 4:14 PM - Luis Torrens shines, Mets blast three home runs in 6-2 win over Guardians. The Mets racked up nine hits, including three home runs, to beat the Cleveland Guardians, 6-2, in their first game after the trade deadline.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-guardians-takeaways-8...
8/4/26 4:14 PM - Luis Torrens shines, Mets blast three home runs in 6-2 win over Guardians. The Mets racked up nine hits, including three home runs, to beat the Cleveland Guardians, 6-2, in their first game after the trade deadline.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-guardians-takeaways-8...
Sean Murphy (C - ATL)
8/4/26 3:11 PM - MLB 2026 Buzz: Braves Activate C Sean Murphy From 60-Day Injured List. Notable news, notes and buzz from MLB's 2026 season.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-2026-buz...
8/4/26 3:11 PM - MLB 2026 Buzz: Braves Activate C Sean Murphy From 60-Day Injured List. Notable news, notes and buzz from MLB's 2026 season.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-2026-buz...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/4/26 1:06 PM - MLB trade deadline: The best non-Tarik Skubal moves. The Dodgers caught the white whale at the deadline, but plenty of other trades will have an impact
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trade-deadl...
8/4/26 1:06 PM - MLB trade deadline: The best non-Tarik Skubal moves. The Dodgers caught the white whale at the deadline, but plenty of other trades will have an impact
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trade-deadl...
Kodai Senga (P - NYM)
8/4/26 12:45 PM - Mets Notes: Kodai Senga to be moved back into bullpen, Robert Stock to get another start. Mets interim manager Andy Green broke down how he plans to deploy his new-look bullpen, where Kodai Senga fits and how much Luis Robert Jr. will play.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-kodai-senga-reliever-...
8/4/26 12:45 PM - Mets Notes: Kodai Senga to be moved back into bullpen, Robert Stock to get another start. Mets interim manager Andy Green broke down how he plans to deploy his new-look bullpen, where Kodai Senga fits and how much Luis Robert Jr. will play.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-kodai-senga-reliever-...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/4/26 11:06 AM - MLB trade deadline: The best non-Tarik Skubal moves. The Dodgers caught the white whale at the deadline, but plenty of other trades will have an impact
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trade-deadl...
8/4/26 11:06 AM - MLB trade deadline: The best non-Tarik Skubal moves. The Dodgers caught the white whale at the deadline, but plenty of other trades will have an impact
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trade-deadl...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/4/26 9:00 AM - Baseball's trade deadline: The Dodgers (and Red Sox?!) are going for it. Is anybody else?. By the time the trade deadline passed, the Dodgers had taken their big swing by landing Tarik Skubal. The Red Sox had thrown caution to the wind, sending prospects every which way to acquire Adley Rutschman and others. Other contenders took a more tepid approach. Milwaukee added right-hander Dustin May. The New York Yankees made a solid pickup in infielder Luis García Jr., but general manager Brian Cashman said they tried for Skubal and Rutschman and didn’t get either. Atlanta was fairly quiet. Detroit and Baltimore became sellers despite being very much in the playoff race.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/baseball-s-tr...
8/4/26 9:00 AM - Baseball's trade deadline: The Dodgers (and Red Sox?!) are going for it. Is anybody else?. By the time the trade deadline passed, the Dodgers had taken their big swing by landing Tarik Skubal. The Red Sox had thrown caution to the wind, sending prospects every which way to acquire Adley Rutschman and others. Other contenders took a more tepid approach. Milwaukee added right-hander Dustin May. The New York Yankees made a solid pickup in infielder Luis García Jr., but general manager Brian Cashman said they tried for Skubal and Rutschman and didn’t get either. Atlanta was fairly quiet. Detroit and Baltimore became sellers despite being very much in the playoff race.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/baseball-s-tr...
Colby Thomas (OF - PHI)
8/4/26 3:33 AM - [Locked On A's] - FRONT OFFICE MALPRACTICE: Athletics STALL at Deadline—Kyle Morrison QUESTIONS Seth Johnson Trade. Athletics fans are frustrated after a quiet trade deadline, as the team swaps outfielder Colby Thomas for Phillies reliever Seth Johnson—who’s struggled in t...
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
8/4/26 3:33 AM - [Locked On A's] - FRONT OFFICE MALPRACTICE: Athletics STALL at Deadline—Kyle Morrison QUESTIONS Seth Johnson Trade. Athletics fans are frustrated after a quiet trade deadline, as the team swaps outfielder Colby Thomas for Phillies reliever Seth Johnson—who’s struggled in t...
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Alec Burleson (OF/1B/DH - STL)
8/4/26 2:40 AM - Alec Burleson hits 3 homers for Cardinals at Yankee Stadium after trade deadline passes. Alec Burleson was so relieved to stay with the St. Louis Cardinals that he produced one of the best power displays in team history. After the frenzy of Monday’s trade deadline, Burleson hit a trio of two-run homers off three different pitchers, including a drive into the second deck in right field that capped a seven-run eighth inning as St. Louis outslugged the New York Yankees for a 13-7 victory. Burleson had the first three-homer game by a Cardinals player since catcher Iván Herrera did it April 2, 2025, against the Angels. The 27-year-old became the first Cardinals first baseman with a three-homer game since current Yankees slugger Paul Goldschmidt on May 7, 2023.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/alec-burleson...
8/4/26 2:40 AM - Alec Burleson hits 3 homers for Cardinals at Yankee Stadium after trade deadline passes. Alec Burleson was so relieved to stay with the St. Louis Cardinals that he produced one of the best power displays in team history. After the frenzy of Monday’s trade deadline, Burleson hit a trio of two-run homers off three different pitchers, including a drive into the second deck in right field that capped a seven-run eighth inning as St. Louis outslugged the New York Yankees for a 13-7 victory. Burleson had the first three-homer game by a Cardinals player since catcher Iván Herrera did it April 2, 2025, against the Angels. The 27-year-old became the first Cardinals first baseman with a three-homer game since current Yankees slugger Paul Goldschmidt on May 7, 2023.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/alec-burleson...
Clay Holmes (P - CHC)
8/4/26 2:16 AM - Cubs restock staff at deadline, acquire pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from Mets. The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the last-place New York Mets for touted infield prospect Jefferson Rojas. It’s the latest move by the busy Cubs to replenish an injury-depleted pitching staff as they attempt to chase down first-place Milwaukee in the NL Central or at least hang onto the National League’s top wild-card spot. Earlier in the day, Chicago obtained reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from the Los Angeles Angels for two minor leaguers. The Cubs also added left-hander Braxton Garrett from the Miami Marlins for a pair of minor leaguers. Those deals came one day after the Cubs augmented their rotation by acquiring veteran starter Kevin Gausman in a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays.
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8/4/26 2:16 AM - Cubs restock staff at deadline, acquire pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from Mets. The Chicago Cubs have acquired pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the last-place New York Mets for touted infield prospect Jefferson Rojas. It’s the latest move by the busy Cubs to replenish an injury-depleted pitching staff as they attempt to chase down first-place Milwaukee in the NL Central or at least hang onto the National League’s top wild-card spot. Earlier in the day, Chicago obtained reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from the Los Angeles Angels for two minor leaguers. The Cubs also added left-hander Braxton Garrett from the Miami Marlins for a pair of minor leaguers. Those deals came one day after the Cubs augmented their rotation by acquiring veteran starter Kevin Gausman in a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/cubs-set-to-a...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/4/26 2:15 AM - GM Brian Cashman says Yankees tried for Rutschman and Skubal before acquiring García and Ramos. General manager Brian Cashman says the New York Yankees had conversations with the Detroit Tigers about Tarik Skubal and the Baltimore Orioles about Adley Rutschman but could not work out a deal before Monday's trade deadline. Skubal was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Rutschman went to the Boston Red Sox. Instead, the Yankees added outfielder Heliot Ramos from the last-place San Francisco Giants in a three-player swap, a day after acquiring first baseman Luis García Jr. from the Washington Nationals for four pitchers. García homered Monday night against St. Louis after hitting a career-high .283 in his first season as a full-time first baseman with Washington. Ramos batted .264 with nine homers and 34 RBIs in 74 games for the Giants.
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8/4/26 2:15 AM - GM Brian Cashman says Yankees tried for Rutschman and Skubal before acquiring García and Ramos. General manager Brian Cashman says the New York Yankees had conversations with the Detroit Tigers about Tarik Skubal and the Baltimore Orioles about Adley Rutschman but could not work out a deal before Monday's trade deadline. Skubal was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Rutschman went to the Boston Red Sox. Instead, the Yankees added outfielder Heliot Ramos from the last-place San Francisco Giants in a three-player swap, a day after acquiring first baseman Luis García Jr. from the Washington Nationals for four pitchers. García homered Monday night against St. Louis after hitting a career-high .283 in his first season as a full-time first baseman with Washington. Ramos batted .264 with nine homers and 34 RBIs in 74 games for the Giants.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/gm-brian-cash...
Alec Burleson (OF/1B/DH - STL)
8/4/26 1:40 AM - Alec Burleson hits 3 homers for Cardinals at Yankee Stadium after trade deadline passes. Alec Burleson was so relieved to stay with the St. Louis Cardinals that he produced one of the best power displays in team history. After the frenzy of Monday’s trade deadline, Burleson hit a trio of two-run homers off three different pitchers, including a drive into the second deck in right field that capped a seven-run eighth inning as St. Louis outslugged the New York Yankees for a 13-7 victory. Burleson had the first three-homer game by a Cardinals player since catcher Iván Herrera did it April 2, 2025, against the Angels. The 27-year-old became the first Cardinals first baseman with a three-homer game since current Yankees slugger Paul Goldschmidt on May 7, 2023.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/alec-burleson...
8/4/26 1:40 AM - Alec Burleson hits 3 homers for Cardinals at Yankee Stadium after trade deadline passes. Alec Burleson was so relieved to stay with the St. Louis Cardinals that he produced one of the best power displays in team history. After the frenzy of Monday’s trade deadline, Burleson hit a trio of two-run homers off three different pitchers, including a drive into the second deck in right field that capped a seven-run eighth inning as St. Louis outslugged the New York Yankees for a 13-7 victory. Burleson had the first three-homer game by a Cardinals player since catcher Iván Herrera did it April 2, 2025, against the Angels. The 27-year-old became the first Cardinals first baseman with a three-homer game since current Yankees slugger Paul Goldschmidt on May 7, 2023.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/alec-burleson...