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Last updated: August 2, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Trade Deadline Frenzy Continues Across MLB

White Sox are acquiring right-handed pitcher Luis Castillo from the Mariners in a trade involving Seranthony Dominguez, Nolan Jones, and prospect Boston Smith. Tampa Bay bolstered its rotation by acquiring Freddy Peralta from the Mets, creating one of the American League's strongest pitching staffs for the remainder of the season. The Pirates have acquired reliever Camilo Doval from the Yankees to strengthen their bullpen as they aim to end an 11-year postseason drought. Atlanta has also been active, acquiring outfielder Lane Thomas and minor league left-hander Bailey Falter from the Royals in a four-player deal.

Ace Pitchers and Injury Updates

The Los Angeles Dodgers have sent shockwaves through baseball by acquiring another ace pitcher, with initial impressions suggesting they could be an unstoppable force. Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal navigated his final two days with the team amidst trade speculation, attempting to maintain normalcy during the chaos. On the injury front, Athletics slugger Nick Kurtz will consult a hand specialist for his injured right thumb and faces a potential stint on the injured list.

Player Returns and Trade Deadline Intel

Carlos Correa's from surgery for a torn ankle tendon is progressing faster than anticipated, and the Astros star infielder has not ruled out a return this season. Red Sox Tracy expects catcher Willson Contreras to be back in the lineup for Sunday's game after undergoing concussion testing during Saturday night's 3-2 victory over the Dodgers. As the trade deadline approaches, speculation continues about which top starters will be dealt following the recent blockbuster trade of Tarik Skubal, with ongoing reports about potential moves for shortstops and other key players. The impact of these trades extends to the future stars of the game, with rankings available for every prospect dealt before the 2026 MLB trade deadline.