Analyst spots five traded prospects poised to rise in MLB rankings

Baseball America • 07 Aug 12:10

Analyst Ian Cundall highlights five players acquired at the 2026 trade deadline who could move up in prospect lists, noting improvements in performance and tools.

ESPN • 06 Aug 11:00

Baseball teams were re-ranked following a busy trade-deadline period, with the Dodgers and Brewers retaining the top spots while several clubs moved up or down based on recent acquisitions.

Metsmerized • 04 Aug 11:00

The New York Mets moved eight players on the major-league roster and acquired 13 new players, including top prospect Jefferson Rojas, as they reshape the team for the season's second half.

The New York Times • 03 Aug 18:33

Anonymous team sources say the Seattle Mariners, Colorado Rockies, Texas Rangers and Boston Red Sox are among clubs evaluating trades for controllable starting pitchers and shortstops as the deadline nears.

Dallas News • 03 Aug 16:28

Dallas Rangers have activated and designated pitcher Chris Martin and are evaluating offers for several players amid a decline in win probability and a looming trade deadline.

Over the Monster • 03 Aug 15:52

Boston Red Sox executives are reportedly focusing on acquiring a shortstop before the trade deadline, while also evaluating bullpen depth and acknowledging limited trade value for former top prospect Marcelo Mayer.

New York Post • 03 Aug 12:00

Los Angeles Dodgers have completed a major trade for pitcher Tarik Skubal and are now focusing on internal roster adjustments, with limited expectations for further acquisitions before the deadline.

NBC Sports Bay Area & California • 03 Aug 00:27

With less than a day left before the 2026 trade deadline, the San Francisco Giants have made no roster moves, while other clubs completed modest deals.

Dallas News • 02 Aug 22:27

With a 1-5 road trip and a sub-.500 record, the Texas Rangers are expected to consider roster changes before the trade deadline, focusing on long-term retooling rather than immediate rebuilding.

Yahoo Sports • 02 Aug 18:14

The Yankees are reportedly pursuing Nationals infielder Luis García Jr., while the Dodgers trade for ace pitcher Tarik Skubal and the Rays acquire Freddy Peralta from the Mets amid several other deadline moves.

MLB.com • 01 Aug 23:43

Teams across the American League are actively exploring deals as the trade deadline approaches, with notable interest in catchers, pitchers and shortstops.

Yahoo Sports • 01 Aug 17:30

With the trade deadline looming, several clubs are evaluating deals, including the Tigers' possible sale of pitcher Tarik Skubal, while other teams consider buying or selling assets.

MLB Trade Rumors • 01 Aug 16:57

Chicago is exploring several options to add up to three pitchers—potentially a starter and relievers—before the trade deadline, with interest in both free agents and players under contract.

The New York Times • 01 Aug 12:55

As the July 31 deadline nears, clubs such as the Yankees, Astros, Royals and Tigers are weighing moves for pitchers and position players, while prospects and contract considerations shape negotiations.

Bleacher Report • 01 Aug 11:45

The 2026 MLB trade deadline is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. EST, with the Detroit Tigers' Tarik Skubal and New York Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta among the players most discussed by insiders.

MLB.com • 31 Jul 23:54

The Mets and Tigers have scratched several starting pitchers as trade deadline speculation intensifies, while the market for top starters remains largely on hold pending a potential Tarik Skubal deal.

MLB Trade Rumors • 31 Jul 20:54

Boston is evaluating options to move Jarren Duran, whose performance has lagged this season, as the trade deadline approaches.

CBS Sports • 31 Jul 19:18

Boston may trade outfielder Jarren Duran and consider adding George Springer, while San Francisco struggles to move high-value contracts and Toronto looks to offload expiring pitchers.

MLB.com • 31 Jul 16:28

Boston's front office is evaluating trade possibilities and internal options as the team approaches the July 31 deadline, while injuries have left key positions, especially shortstop, shorthanded.

CBS Sports • 31 Jul 15:58

With the trade deadline approaching, the Mets have started a series of moves including trading reliever A.J. Minter, while the Dodgers explore options to add starting pitchers such as Clay Holmes and Tarik Skubal.

CBS Sports • 31 Jul 15:23

Analysts have grouped all 30 Major League Baseball clubs into buyer, seller or undecided categories as the August 3 trade deadline approaches.

CBS Sports • 30 Jul 15:46

Several baseball executives, including Dave Dombrowski, David Stearns, Dana Brown, Brian Cashman, Mike Elias, Craig Breslow and Ben Cherington, must navigate roster moves that could affect their job security as the 2026 trade deadline approaches.

heavy.com • 30 Jul 13:21

Sources say the Red Sox and Mets are exploring a trade involving Francisco Lindor and Clay Holmes, the Blue Jays are fielding offers for several players, and the Brewers and Dodgers are among the teams interested in Detroit pitcher Tarik Skubal.