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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• Skubal market set to heat up: According to a report from The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, multiple teams were planning to reach out to the Tigers about Tarik Skubal after Detroit lost its third straight game on Monday. The Rays, Brewers, Braves, Yankees and Dodgers are among the clubs expected to inquire on Skubal. MORE >
• What Padres want for Miller: ESPN's Jeff Passan reports that the Padres have told teams that no one can be off limits in their organization if they want to trade for Mason Miller. MLB Network insider Jon Heyman recently reported that the Yankees, Mariners and Pirates appeared to be the top three suitors for Miller. MORE >
• Red Sox looking for SS: According to reports from The Athletic, USA Today and ESPN in recent days, Boston is looking to upgrade at shortstop. The club reportedly has interest in the Angels’ Zach Neto, the Nationals’ CJ Abrams, the Astros’ Jeremy Peña and the Marlins' Otto Lopez. MORE >
• Brewers considering Peralta reunion: ESPN's Jeff Passan reports that the Brewers have been talking to the Mets about a trade that would send Freddy Peralta back to Milwaukee.
• Yanks' trade plans after Belli's injury: With Cody Bellinger now on the IL due to a left hamstring strain, the Yankees may seek an outfielder in the trade market. MORE >
• Rays eyeing Neto, starting pitchers: The Rays have expressed interest in Angels shortstop Zach Neto and Mets starter Freddy Peralta in addition to Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, reports FanSided's Robert Murray. A rival executive recently told The Athletic that the Rays will be “buying big” at the Trade Deadline, specifically citing the organization’s prominent scouting presence. MORE >
• Windy City clubs have shared SP target: The Cubs and White Sox both need pitching and are showing interest in the Angels' Reid Detmers, according to a report from Yahoo Sports. MORE >
• Mariners willing to trade SP: The Mariners need a bat and a reliever and are willing to trade from their rotation depth to get it. Seattle is actively listening on Luis Castillo and Emerson Hancock, industry sources told MLB.com. And there’s a growing possibility that at least one of them will be moved before next Monday. MORE >