MLB Baseball 3 Hours

Last updated: August 1, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Trade Deadline Buzz and Roster Moves

MLB trade deadline is approaching, with teams actively making moves to bolster their rosters. The Houston Astros have shifted starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai to the bullpen following a difficult outing . In a significant acquisition, the Minnesota Twins have traded for starting pitcher Dean Kremer from the Baltimore Orioles . The Cleveland Guardians have also bolstered their relief corps and outfield by acquiring right-handed pitcher Craig Yoho and switch-hitter Blake Perkins from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for minor league catcher Bo Naylor . The Baltimore Orioles have extended reliever Yennier Cano on a two-year contract for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, with a club option for 2029 .

Prospect Watch and Player News

Exciting prospects are making their presence felt as the trade deadline looms, and some established players are facing setbacks. The Detroit Tigers called up prized outfield prospect Max Clark from the minor leagues for their series against the Kansas City Royals . registered three hits and an RBI in his MLB debut . The Mariners have placed third baseman J.P. Crawford on the 10-day injured list due to left wrist inflammation . Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras exited their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers as a precaution after being struck on the side of his helmet by a 95 mph fastball . The landscape of potential trade candidates includes significant names, with updated rankings of the top 100 players available before the deadline . The impact of these trades extends to the future stars of baseball, with rankings of every prospect dealt before the 2026 MLB trade deadline also being assessed .

Off-Field Developments

Beyond the on-field action, significant off-field stories continue to unfold. A podcast detailing the unraveling of Shohei Ohtani's relationship with his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara amid a massive sports betting scheme is now available .