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Last updated: August 5, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Trade Deadline Moves and Roster Shuffles

The New York Yankees made several moves at the trade deadline, including acquiring infielder Luis Garcia Jr. from the Nationals in exchange for four right-handed pitchers. They also acquired outfielder Heliot Ramos from the Giants, bolstering their outfield depth late in the deadline period. Yankees entered the deadline with roster questions and left fans questioning the lack of a significant acquisition. George Lombard Jr. made history by becoming the third-youngest Yankee to homer in his debut game, a night when his brother also hit a home run in his own professional debut. reliever Camilo Doval from the Yankees to strengthen their bullpen as they aim to end an 11-year postseason drought. a significant splash by acquiring ace Tarik Skubal, which has positioned them as strong favorites for the World Series, significantly ahead of the Yankees. Angeles debut, Skubal allowed limited run support despite not having his best stuff, throwing 51 strikes on 85 pitches. were aggressive at the trade deadline, acquiring three-time All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles, which manager Alex Breslow stated the team deserved. he is simply trying to fit in with the surging Red Sox team. three-time batting champion Luis Arraez from the Giants, a move that sees the second baseman joining his fifth team in five years. will move to right field for the remainder of the season following the acquisition of Arraez. bolstered their struggling bullpen by acquiring left-hander Brooks Raley from the Mets. their pitching staff by acquiring right-hander Dustin May and left-hander JoJo Romero from the Cardinals, along with right-hander Antonio Sentazela from the Rockies. Sproat was sent to Triple-A following the Brewers' acquisition of May. a trade with the Nationals to acquire left-hander Foster Griffin, and also acquired outfielder Jo Adell and first baseman Nathaniel Lowe. outfielder Jo Adell to the Guardians for catching prospect Jacob Cozart. seven roster moves, including releasing veteran catcher Mitch Garver, and outfielder Rob Refsnyder. acquired outfielder Taylor Ward from the Orioles to add a right-handed bat. center fielder Daulton Varsho from the Blue Jays, a team that has surged into first place in the AL West. are acquiring right-hander Jose Soriano in a trade with the Angels to bolster their rotation. are acquiring right-handed reliever Huascar Brazobán from the Mets. outfielder Lane Thomas and minor league left-hander Bailey Falter from the Royals in exchange for two minor league pitchers. traded veteran pitcher Tyler Mahle, to the Atlanta Braves. Pivetta exited his first rehab outing due to minor tightness in his right elbow, as reported by San Diego manager Craig Stammen. Trey Yesavage left his start after only two innings because of discomfort in his left knee. fielder Jordan Walker was scratched from the lineup due to right knee inflammation. James Wood was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain. baseman Nick Kurtz was placed on the 10-day injured list with a strained thumb and will see a hand specialist. Springs was placed on the 15-day injured list with hip discomfort. recovery from ankle surgery is progressing faster than expected, and the Astros infielder has not ruled out a return this season. Award winner Jacob de Grom informed the Texas Rangers he wanted to stay with the team before Monday's trade deadline. Jr. achieved a significant milestone in his debut for the Yankees, hitting a home run and joining his brother who also homered in his professional debut on the same night. his best stuff, Skubal still managed to limit the Dodgers' opponents, throwing 51 strikes on 85 pitches. Mickey Moniak, who is hitting .277 with 18 home runs and 49 RBIs this season, has agreed to a two-year contract extension with the Rockies through 2028. trade deadline saw a flurry of activity, with teams like the Dodgers and Red Sox making significant acquisitions. of Tarik Skubal has dramatically shifted the World Series odds, placing them well ahead of other contenders like the Yankees. acquired pitchers Dustin May and JoJo Romero, while the San Francisco Giants traded away several players, including Robbie Ray and Tyler Mahle. (REF: 33,