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: The Rays, Brewers, Braves, Yankees, Cubs and Dodgers are among the clubs expected to inquire on Tarik Skubal, reports The Athletic. MORE >
• Dodgers viewed as strong suitor for Skubal: According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the industry expectation is that Tarik Skubal will indeed be dealt before the Trade Deadline, and many see a clear favorite: the Dodgers. 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 >
• Marlins' Deadline plans: The Athletic reported Wednesday that the Marlins don’t plan on moving Sandy Alcantara despite their recent slide. However, Miami may be open to dealing other players on its roster, including infielders Otto Lopez and Xavier Edwards, perhaps sensing an opportunity to sell high on several controllable pieces having strong seasons. MORE >
• Twins planning to buy: Barring a dramatic shift over the next few days, Ryan Jeffers and starter Joe Ryan are likely staying put. Twins general manager Jeremy Zoll said Tuesday that Minnesota views itself as a buyer. 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. MORE >
• Rays have interest in Neto, 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 >
• Holmes' rehab start heavily scouted: The Yankees, White Sox, Phillies, Rays, Rangers, Dodgers and D-backs were among the teams with scouts in attendance at Clay Holmes' latest rehab outing, according to The Athletic. MORE >