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Last updated: August 3, 2026, 2:32 PM ET

MLB Trade Deadline Activity Heats Up

The Mariners have acquired outfielder Taylor Ward from the Orioles to bolster their need for a right-handed bat. In another significant move, the Phillies have traded for three-time batting champion Luis Arraez, who will join his fifth team in five seasons. The Phillies also strengthened their bullpen by acquiring left-hander Brooks Raley from the Mets in exchange for two minor league prospects. The Angels continued their trade spree by sending outfielder Jo Adell to the Guardians for catching prospect Jacob Cozart. Luis Garcia Jr., who boasts a .283 batting average with 23 home runs and 76 RBIs, was traded from the Nationals to the Yankees in a deal involving four right-handed pitchers.

Pitching and Player Concerns Surface

Brewers ace Misiorowski expressed strong dissatisfaction with the mound at Angel Stadium, describing it as "awful" and a potential injury hazard. Fantasy baseball managers are advised to consider adding a pair of Tigers players to their rosters following a recent trade involving Skubal. The Dodgers have made another significant addition, acquiring an ace pitcher that has sent shock waves through the league, raising questions about their dominance. Attention is also being drawn to players who are most likely to be traded before the upcoming deadline, with a batting champion and a pair of Mets players highlighted as key figures to watch.