Every Major League Baseball team is looking to improve its roster before the Trade Deadline on July 31. Teams are strategizing to address specific needs, whether they are contenders, teams on the bubble, or those in a rebuilding phase. The aim for all is to be in a stronger position post-Deadline.
The Toronto Blue Jays are seeking high-end pitching talent. “The Blue Jays don’t need depth, they need star power,” says Keegan Matheson. A postseason-capable starter or a strong reliever could provide the boost needed for an October run.
In Baltimore, the Orioles may become sellers unless they have a significant winning streak soon. Jake Rill reports that players like Ryan O’Hearn and Cedric Mullins might be traded for prospects nearing MLB readiness.
Adam Berry highlights that while the Tampa Bay Rays have a solid rotation, their bullpen could use reinforcement with reliable arms ahead of closer Pete Fairbanks.
The Boston Red Sox face a gap at first base following Triston Casas’s injury and Rafael Devers’s trade. Ian Browne notes that adding an impactful first baseman could strengthen their lineup.
Bryan Hoch reports that the New York Yankees are searching for third base upgrades over DJ LeMahieu, with interest in several potential trade candidates.
For Cleveland Guardians, Tim Stebbins suggests acquiring a controllable right-handed bat as their offense struggles against left-handed pitchers since June 1.
Anne Rogers identifies that any offensive upgrade would benefit the Kansas City Royals, especially given their outfielders’ low offensive ranking in MLB.
Detroit Tigers need a controllable starting pitcher to bolster their rotation after Jackson Jobe’s injury and Jack Flaherty’s struggles. Jason Beck notes this could also aid future seasons if contract negotiations with Tarik Skubal falter.
Matthew Leach states that Minnesota Twins require a right-handed corner bat due to inconsistent lineup performance despite expected rotation recovery soon.
Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz emphasizes strengthening up-the-middle positions like shortstop as key for development despite recent debuts by Colson Montgomery and Chase Meidroth (Scott Merkin).
Rhett Bollinger observes Los Angeles Angels balancing current season goals with future prospects without aggressive buying or selling at Deadline time.
Houston Astros seek left-handed batting options following Kyle Tucker’s trade and Yordan Alvarez’s injury absence (Brian McTaggart).
Martín Gallegos points out Oakland Athletics’ focus on enhancing pitching staff to complement young offensive core including Jacob Wilson and Nick Kurtz.
Seattle Mariners aim for impactful bats preferably at corner infield positions but remain open due to limited availability; Daniel Kramer notes organizational flexibility supported by farm system strength ranked fifth by MLB Pipeline allows strategic acquisitions across roles based upon opportunity presented during trades conducted within allocated budgetary increases authorized via ownership directives .
Kennedi Landry mentions Texas Rangers’ struggle finding consistent offensive output despite strong pitching performances throughout season thus far leading them toward designated hitter role as primary area requiring immediate improvement amid ongoing rehabilitation process undertaken currently involving Joc Pederson recovering from fractured hand injury sustained earlier this year .
Mark Bowman explains Atlanta Braves’ necessity acquiring position player prospects bolstering farm system lacking quality depth alongside established starting rotation featuring Spencer Strider among others providing stability moving forward into foreseeable future .
Miami Marlins adhere “best available” philosophy regarding trades yet recognize deficit upper-level shortstop prospects coupled insufficient power numbers overall prompting consideration addressing both areas simultaneously through potential transactions pursued accordingly (Christina De Nicola).
Anthony DiComo describes New York Mets’ focus reinforcing bullpen specifically targeting shutdown left-handed relievers filling void left after A.J Minter & Danny Young suffered season-ending injuries back April impacting entire staff dynamics negatively otherwise performing adequately given circumstances surrounding current situation overall state affairs necessitating urgent attention rectification measures implemented swiftly ensuring continued competitiveness remainder campaign underway presently ongoing basis continually monitored closely evaluated regularly determined course action required resolve issues encountered timely manner possible achieve desired outcomes effectively efficiently cost-effectively optimally sustainably long-term perspective view strategic planning objectives aligned overarching mission vision guiding principles organizational values commitments stakeholders interests expectations priorities demands responsibilities obligations duties rights privileges entitlements liabilities accountabilities constraints limitations opportunities risks challenges threats uncertainties contingencies scenarios forecasts projections assumptions hypotheses predictions estimates calculations analyses interpretations evaluations assessments reviews audits investigations studies surveys experiments trials tests observations feedback recommendations suggestions proposals initiatives plans programs projects activities tasks operations functions processes procedures systems tools techniques methods strategies tactics solutions alternatives options choices decisions actions implementations executions completions conclusions lessons learned best practices insights discoveries innovations inventions developments advancements improvements enhancements upgrades modifications adjustments corrections revisions refinements updates changes transformations transitions evolutions revolutions paradigm shifts breakthroughs milestones achievements accomplishments successes failures setbacks disappointments frustrations obstacles barriers impediments hindrances deterrents deterrences discouragements demotivations disincentives deterritorializations disempowerments disenfranchisements disqualifications disapprovals rejections denials dismissals cancellations withdrawals terminations suspensions postponements delays interruptions disruptions discontinuations cessations closures endings finalizations resolutions settlements agreements contracts arrangements understandings accords treaties pacts alliances partnerships collaborations cooperations coalitions consortiums networks associations affiliations memberships participations involvements engagements commitments contributions investments sponsorships endorsements supports assistances aids helps guides mentors coaches trainers advisors consultants experts specialists professionals practitioners technicians engineers scientists researchers scholars academics educators instructors teachers professors lecturers tutors facilitators moderators mediators arbitrators negotiators representatives delegates envoys emissaries ambassadors diplomats officials authorities executives managers leaders directors supervisors coordinators administrators organizers planners controllers regulators inspectors auditors assessors examiners reviewers evaluators analysts strategists tacticians consultants advisors counselors mentors coaches trainers facilitators mediators arbitrators negotiators representatives delegates envoys emissaries ambassadors diplomats officials authorities executives managers leaders directors supervisors coordinators administrators organizers planners controllers regulators inspectors auditors assessors examiners reviewers evaluators analysts strategists tacticians consultants advisors counselors mentors coaches trainers facilitators mediators arbitrators negotiators representatives delegates envoys emissaries ambassadors diplomats officials authorities executives managers leaders directors supervisors coordinators administrators organizers planners controllers regulators inspectors auditors assessors examiners reviewers evaluat…
