MLB rumors: New Tarik Skubal suitor, Braves' Ronald Acuña Jr. plan, plus Blue Jays, Cubs, Mets, Red Sox, more

Key Points:

• This week marks key MLB award announcements, with Rookies of the Year named Monday, Managers of the Year on Tuesday, Cy Young and Relievers of the Year on Wednesday, and MVPs on Thursday.
• The MLB GM Meetings are underway in Las Vegas amid anticipation of a potential Dec. 1 lockout, making this event possibly the only chance for all teams to convene before winter, with expected active trade and free agent activity.
• The Blue Jays are interested in free agent second baseman Brandon Lowe to add power and a left-handed bat, while the White Sox prioritize adding rotation help, including moving Grant Taylor to the starting rotation.
• The Padres have expressed interest in two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal and several Japanese players, aiming to bolster their rotation and capitalize on new ownership's willingness to spend.
• Other notable moves include the Cubs seeking three starting pitchers, the Mets avoiding a major overhaul despite a poor 2026 season, and the Braves firmly not moving star Ronald Acuña Jr. despite offensive concerns.