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Last updated: July 24, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Trade Deadline Buzz and Roster Moves

The trade deadline is approaching, and several teams are making moves to bolster their rosters. The New York Mets have made injured pitcher Clay Holmes available, with Holmes expressing a desire to pitch wherever he can. The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired reliever Ron Marinaccio from the San Diego Padres to strengthen their bullpen. In other roster news, the Cleveland Guardians activated outfielder Angel Martinez and left-handed reliever Tim Herrin from the injured list, while the Milwaukee Brewers activated infielder David Hamilton.

Team Standings and Player Aspirations

League-wide, teams are jockeying for position. ESPN's latest Power Rankings saw a shake-up, with an American League contender making its debut in the top 10. Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal stated his preference to finish the season with the team and aim for a World Series title. Meanwhile, Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. is nearing a return from the injured list and could be back for the series against Baltimore starting Friday.

Front Office and Investment News

Off the field, significant business developments are underway. An investment group including Mark Cuban has purchased a minority stake in the Oakland Athletics, a team slated to move to Las Vegas in 2028. On the prospect front, Pete Crow-Armstrong leads the projected allocation of the 2026 Major League Baseball pre-arbitration bonus pool, valued at $50 million. Rintaro Sasaki chose to sign with the Miami Marlins, believing it offers the quickest path to the major leagues.

League Honors and Historical Visits

The Los Angeles Dodgers were honored at the White House by President Donald Trump, recognizing their World Series championship. In managerial news, Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro missed a game due to a personal matter.

Future Forecasting and Fantasy Outlook

ESPN's Week 17 Forecaster provides insights for July 27-Aug. 2, featuring pitcher and hitter rankings. Dynasty rankings for the next five years highlight top players for fantasy leagues beyond 2030. Additionally, comprehensive farm system reports for all 30 MLB teams are available, detailing young players who could be involved in trade season moves.