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Yanks to land infielder García from Nationals for 4 pitchers (source)

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The Yankees are acquiring infielder Luis García Jr. from the Nationals for four pitchers, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand. In return, the Nationals will receive right-handers Yovanny Cruz, Jake Bird, Jack Cebert (the Yanks' No. 14 prospect) and Ben Grable (No. 25). The clubs have not confirmed the deal.

Rays acquire 2-time All-Star RHP Peralta from Mets for trio of prospects

5:22 PM EDT

ST. PETERSBURG -- The Rays made a potentially impactful addition to their starting rotation on the eve of the Trade Deadline, acquiring right-hander Freddy Peralta from the Mets on Sunday afternoon. Tampa Bay had been connected to Tarik Skubal, the top available starter ahead of Monday’s Trade Deadline, before he

4 Deadline questions in wake of Skubal deal

4:49 PM EDT

With the news of Tarik Skubal being dealt to the Dodgers for three prospects -- outfielder Zyhir Hope and right-handers River Ryan and Brady Smith -- we asked MLB insiders to break down how this affects the trade market and what could happen before Monday’s 6 p.m. ET Deadline arrives.

Trade rumors: Red Sox-Neto, Skubal fallout, unexpected seller emerging?

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Tarik Skubal has been traded, but there's still a lot left to sort out in the mere hours remaining before the Trade Deadline arrives at 6 p.m. ET on Monday.

Bunt attempt during perfecto bid leads to benches clearing in Cleveland

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4:05 PM EDT

CLEVELAND -- A strange scene unfolded at Progressive Field in the sixth inning Sunday, when the Guardians and D-backs benches cleared and gathered around home plate as the Cleveland grounds crew pulled the tarp for a rain delay. At the center of the scrum was Stephen Vogt. The Guardians’ manager

Skubal traded to Dodgers in blockbuster, set to debut Tuesday vs. Cubs

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4:37 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES -- The price tag was high. But for the back-to-back champion Dodgers, no cost is too steep with a three-peat bid in play. The Dodgers on Saturday agreed on a trade to acquire two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal from the Tigers in a blockbuster ahead

Blue Jays acquire Taillon from Cubs in possible precursor to bigger moves

5:24 PM EDT

TORONTO -- The Blue Jays have made their first trade ahead of Monday’s 6 p.m. ET Deadline, acquiring starter Jameson Taillon from the Cubs.

Fresh off Skubal trade, Dodgers face surging Red Sox on Sunday Night Baseball (NBC, 7:20 ET)

1:51 PM EDT

NBC and Peacock will be your home for Sunday Night Baseball throughout 2026. This week's spotlight game is a matchup between the Red Sox and Dodgers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, one day before MLB's Trade Deadline (Monday, 6 p.m. ET). First pitch is scheduled for 7:20 p.m. ET.

Phils finally notch first series win since All-Star break -- despite two rain delays

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BALTIMORE -- The only thing that matters for the Phillies now is what Dave Dombrowski does before Monday’s 6 p.m. ET Trade Deadline. The Phils beat the Orioles on Sunday afternoon at Camden Yards, 8-0, in a shortened game that featured two rain delays. But at least they won their

Schumaker, home-plate umpire pause argument for 'God Bless America'

4:54 PM EDT

HOUSTON -- Skip Schumaker's first ejection at the helm of the Rangers couldn’t have come at a more interesting time. The Rangers and Astros were tied, 3-3, in the top of the seventh of Sunday’s series finale at Daikin Park when home-plate umpire Todd Tichenor rung up pinch-hitter Nicky Lopez

Is Skubal the best ace ever traded at Deadline?

1:15 PM EDT

All the rumors finally came to fruition Saturday night when the Tigers made a deal to send Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers ahead of Monday's Trade Deadline. There’s a reason that nearly all the conversation around this particular Deadline has swirled around one particular pitcher, and it’s for a very

Olson's HR surge has Braves flying high with Deadline looming

4:09 PM EDT

ATLANTA -- Matt Olson might not tally his second 50-homer season within the past four years. But these past two weeks have at least created reason to discuss the possibility. Olson belted his 31st season as the Braves completed a four-game series sweep with a 4-2 win over the Nationals

Tigers 'super thankful' for Skubal's contributions amid emotional trade reactions

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4:25 PM EDT

WEST SACRAMENTO -- The sun had set over Sutter Health Park on Saturday night by the time the shouting began. Fans sitting near the Tigers’ first-base dugout at the Athletics’ home park were the ones to break the news. Detroit was sending star left-hander Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers in

Alvarez gets 'M-V-P' chants as Astros stay hot before Trade Deadline

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HOUSTON -- The Astros will roar into the Trade Deadline as the hottest team in baseball -- while still actively looking to upgrade their roster -- after posting their second consecutive sweep over an American League West division rival with a 7-3 win over the Rangers on Sunday afternoon.

Tracking every deal made before Trade Deadline

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We're keeping track of all the trades made before the 2026 Trade Deadline on Aug. 3. Trades and Transactions presented by CohnReznick • Everything you need to know about the 2026 Trade Deadline • Latest trade buzz and rumors

Cole battles through traffic as Yanks ride another strong start to victory

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CHICAGO -- Gerrit Cole bent plenty on Sunday afternoon. He never broke.

Burns' brilliance receives boost from Reds' Trade Deadline chips 

5:05 PM EDT

CINCINNATI -- For the Reds final game before Monday's Trade Deadline, Chase Burns worked through the rain and a unique delay while getting plenty of boost from hitters -- trade chips and non-trade chips alike. Burns cruised through six innings and struck out nine as left with a 9-1 lead

'Just truly a special human': The anatomy of the day García was traded

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ATLANTA -- The Nationals agreed to trade Luis García Jr. to the Yankees for a package of four prospects early Sunday evening. But the deal had been brewing for hours before then, which created a wait-and-see scenario that comes with the uncertainty of the Trade Deadline. The Nats scratched García

Baseball’s competitive balance issue, explained

June 20, 2026

MLB and the MLBPA held their first bargaining session on May 12 as both parties began working toward the next labor agreement. The CBA expires on Dec. 1. Competitive balance will be a focus during discussions, if not the primary issue. Here’s what you need to know about the state

Cards put up 4 runs in 9th to back Liberatore's gem in Toronto

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TORONTO -- All weekend, Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol stressed the need for a timely hit. For two games, St. Louis put runners on base but struggled to cash them in. That finally changed in Sunday’s 5-1 win. José Fermín delivered the breakthrough base hit, lining a go-ahead single up the

Mets deal RHP Peralta to Rays, net trio of prospects

5:12 PM EDT

NEW YORK -- Freddy Peralta, a hyped offseason addition who wound up flopping in his brief tenure with the Mets and becoming a symbol of the last-place club’s shortcomings, is moving on to a contender. The Mets traded Peralta to the Rays for three prospects during Sunday’s 2-0 loss to

The Miz sits down another 10, but Brewers stay quiet with Deadline approaching

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ANAHEIM – Jacob Misiorowski was on the mound Sunday at Angel Stadium in the Brewers’ final game before Monday’s 5 p.m. CT Trade Deadline. Yes, he’s been following developments. But no, he hasn’t spent too much time thinking about the possibility the Brewers could fortify the staff around him. “I’m

Holmes makes High-A rehab start as Deadline fate looms

5:25 PM EDT

NEW YORK -- Mets right-hander Clay Holmes was hoping to pitch in a big league game on Sunday against the Marlins. It would have been his first since May 15, when he suffered a fractured right fibula against the Yankees. Instead, Holmes had a rehab start for High-A Brooklyn, pitching

Wells' catching gear pays tribute to Munson on anniversary of death

3:11 PM EDT

CHICAGO -- Austin Wells is paying tribute to one of the most iconic catchers in Yankees history on Sunday. Wells opted to wear special catching gear honoring former Yankees captain Thurman Munson on the 47th anniversary of Munson’s death. Munson, a seven-time All-Star and the 1976 American League MVP, died

Mariners Minor Leaguer shows off ambidexterity to record out

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2:14 PM EDT

Jhonathan Díaz has quite the arm, er, arms. In Saturday night's Triple-A game between Sacramento and Tacoma at Cheney Stadium, the lefty turned a fairly routine play into something not at all routine. Except maybe for him. We'll explain. In the fourth inning, Díaz fielded a dribbler off the bat