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Last updated: July 30, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

Trade Deadline Buzz Intensifies as Teams Assess Needs

Several clubs are feeling the pressure to make moves before the upcoming trade deadline. The Yankees Red are among the prominent franchises that as the August 3rd deadline looms. For the New York teams, a wish list includes potential upgrades like acquiring Mason Miller for the Bronx or orchestrating another significant roster change in Queens. Meanwhile, the Phillies acknowledge their need for reinforcements, with Bryce Harper stating the team "needs some help" amid a recent slump where they've dropped nine of twelve games since the All-Star break added that "now's the time that we're going to find out what we're made of." In the National League, contenders like Milwaukee and Atlanta are also being scrutinized for their deadline plans, with questions surrounding whether they will go big or stay put in their pursuit of the Dodgers powerhouses.

Player Injuries and Trade Rumors Surface

Injuries continue to impact teams as the trade deadline approaches. Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino, hitting .232 with 6 home runs, was placed on the injured list with a sore right wrist. Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz is set for an MRI after exiting Wednesday's game with a bruised forearm from a hit-by-pitch. Giants center fielder Harrison Bader is awaiting evaluation after a scooter crash exacerbated an existing foot injury. The Angels, struggling with an AL-worst 42-66 record, traded reliever Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O'Hoppe to the Rangers for minor league third baseman Angel Arredondo. On the pitching front, Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, who recorded his 1,000th career strikeout in what could be his final start for Detroit from the fans.

Ohtani's Pitching Future and Other Injury Updates

The return of Shohei Ohtani to the mound for the Dodgers remains uncertain as he continues to manage a knee issue, though the team is "very confident" in his eventual return to pitching. While other Dodgers like Enrique Hernandez, Edwin Diaz, Blake Snell, Will Smith, and Tyler Glasnow are nearing health, Ohtani's pitching status is still up in the air. In other injury news, Twins outfielder Byron Buxton has returned to the injured list with the same hip injury that caused him to miss the All-Star Game, having reaggravated it during a recent victory. Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. exited Tuesday's with right hamstring tightness.

Pitching Performances and Closer Watch

In recent pitching performances, former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber, now with the Blue Jays to nine batters faced in the first inning of Tuesday's game, including three with the bases loaded, before exiting early. Fantasy managers are keeping a close eye on closer situations, with Edwin Diaz reportedly soon. Meanwhile, the league is grappling with a historic rise in hit batters, attributed to increased velocity, control issues, and a "just wear it" mentality from hitters as detailed in a recent analysis.