The Trade Deadline is Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. ET. Here's a quick look at some of the hot topics swirling in the rumor mill.
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• Tigers want SP in return for Skubal: Detroit is “at least mulling the possibility” of a Tarik Skubal trade that keeps the club competitive for the rest of 2026 and into the future, according to The Athletic. To that end, ESPN's Alden Gonzalez reports that the Tigers won't trade their ace without getting a "young, ready-made" starter in return. MORE >>
• Phillies eyeing 'higher-caliber' rotation upgrade: The Phillies are in the market for at least a back-end starter. But that doesn't mean they will settle for adding a No. 5 type. According to The Athletic, the Phils have been "more willing to discuss higher-caliber arms" in recent days. MORE >>
• Rutschman might be available: According to ESPN, the O's aren't in a rush to trade Adley Rutschman but are "certainly listening." MORE >>
• Will this breakout SP be dealt?: In an effort to improve their lineup, the Mariners are reportedly receptive to offers for young starter Emerson Hancock. MORE >>
• Angels open to moving top arms: According to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman, the Angels are expected to make starters Reid Detmers and José Soriano available. Even shortstop Zach Neto could be on the move. MORE >>
• Robert Jr. garnering interest: Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr., who returned from a nearly three-month stint on the injured list due to a back injury and homered one day later, is generating preliminary interest from multiple teams, per The Athletic. MORE >>
• Rays to be big buyers?: A rival executive told The Athletic that the Rays will be “buying big” at the Trade Deadline, specifically citing the organization’s prominent scouting presence. MORE >>