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Last updated: August 4, 2026, 5:32 AM ET

Trade Deadline Shakeups

The San Diego Padres significantly bolstered their starting pitching depth by acquiring left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers. The Cleveland Guardians also made moves to improve their pitching staff, completing a trade with the Washington Nationals for left-hander Foster Griffin and acquiring outfielder Jo Adell and first baseman Nathaniel Lowe. The Red Sox were aggressive, bringing in three-time All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles in what was the biggest of their deadline acquisitions. Tigers president Harris defended the team's decision to trade Tarik Skubal before the deadline, stating that "That's not how markets for the top players work." New Dodgers pitcher Tarik Skubal commented that he doesn't "really sympathize with people that blame the Dodgers for anything they've done," adding that "Every team could trade for me."

Prospect Movement and Roster Adjustments

The New York Yankees are set to call up their top prospect, George Lombard Jr., on Tuesday. This move comes after the Yankees optioned shortstop Anthony Volpe to Triple-A, according to a source. In other roster news, Bryce Harper will be shifting to right field for the remainder of the season as part of a shuffle by his club to accommodate the acquisition of three-time All-Star Luis Arraez. The Houston Astros who currently lead the AL West, have acquired center fielder Daulton Varsho from the Toronto Blue Jays.

Fantasy Baseball and Player Commitments

Fantasy managers looking to improve their rosters should consider picking up a pair of Detroit Tigers players following the Tarik Skubal trade. Two-time Cy Award winner Jacob de Grom, at 38 years old, informed the Texas Rangers of his desire to remain with the 55-57 team prior to Monday's trade deadline. He expressed his commitment to the Rangers, telling reporters at Globe Life Field, "I want to be here."