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Last updated: August 2, 2026, 11:32 PM ET

MLB Trade Deadline Buzz

The New York Yankees have acquired infielder Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals in exchange for four right-handed pitchers. Garcia is currently hitting .283 with 23 home runs and 76 RBIs this season. In another significant move, the Atlanta Braves have added veteran pitcher Tyler Mahle, from the San Francisco Giants. Mahle is a 6-foot-3 right-hander who is 3-6 with a 3.28 ERA in 19 starts this year. The Dodgers' acquisition of Tigers ace Tarik Skubal has again placed them at the center of discussions regarding the sport's economics.

Player Performances and Notable Incidents

The ongoing MLB trade deadline season is generating considerable excitement, with numerous difference-makers potentially available for contending teams. Tensions flared in a recent game when Arizona's Tim Tawa attempted to bunt to break up a Cleveland perfect game bid on Sunday. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo defended the decision, stating it was perfectly acceptable despite the heightened emotions. ESPN MLB also released a new "30 for 30" podcast episode titled 'The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani,' detailing the unraveling of Ohtani's relationship with his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara amidst a large sports betting scheme.