2026 MLB trade deadline rumors, news, live updates: Dodgers acquire ace Tarik Skubal from Tigers; Mets deal Freddy Peralta to Rays

Key Points:

• The New York Yankees are close to acquiring Washington Nationals infielder Luis García Jr., who is having a breakout season with a .283/.313/.560 slash line, 23 home runs, and 76 RBIs, leading the National League in slugging percentage.
• The Toronto Blue Jays traded for starting pitcher Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs, acquiring him and cash considerations for a player to be named later or cash, following Taillon's designation for assignment by the Cubs.
• The Detroit Tigers traded ace pitcher Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a rental deal ahead of free agency; Skubal is a two-time AL Cy Young Award winner and was a key figure for Detroit since being drafted in 2018.
• The Chicago White Sox acquired right-hander Luis Castillo from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for reliever Seranthony Dominguez, outfielder Nolan Jones, and prospect Boston Smith, aiming to bolster their starting rotation for a postseason push.
• Tampa Bay Rays signed Freddy Peralta, previously with the Mets, hoping their pitching development staff can help him rebound from a disappointing 2026 season marked by a 4.99 ERA and decreased strikeout rates.