MLB Baseball 3 Hours

Last updated: July 24, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

MLB Trade Deadline Buzz and Player News

The trade deadline is approaching, and teams are looking to bolster their rosters. The Pittsburgh Pirates from the San Diego Padres in exchange for signing bonus pool considerations. Meanwhile, Rintaro Sasaki the quickest path to the major leagues, influencing his decision to sign with Miami. In other player news, Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. could return as early as Friday, potentially rejoining the team for their series in Baltimore.

Team Updates and Ownership Moves

In a significant ownership development, an investment group including Mark Cuban has purchased a stake in the Oakland Athletics. This comes as the team prepares for its eventual move to Las Vegas in 2028. On the field, the Los Angeles Dodgers were feted at the White House by President Donald Trump for their World Series victory, marking their second visit. The Detroit Tigers may be looking to keep their talent, with pitcher Tarik Skubal the season with the team and win a World Series.

Fantasy and Future Outlook

As the season progresses, fantasy managers can prepare for the weeks ahead with updated pitcher and hitter rankings. Looking further into the future, dynasty rankings are available, offering insights into the who may dominate in 2030 and beyond. The impact of prospects on future team success is also highlighted, with farm system reports for all 30 MLB teams available for review as the trade season heats up. Power Rankings have also seen a shake-up, with an in the top 10 following the All-Star break. In managerial news, Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro missed a game for personal reasons on Thursday.