MLB Trade Deadline 2026 Date, End Time, Hottest Rumors, Predictions and More
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Key Points:
- The MLB trade deadline is set for Monday, August 3, at 6:00 p.m. EST, with several high-profile players, including two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, potentially involved in deals.
- Freddy Peralta of the New York Mets has drawn interest from multiple teams, including the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs, San Diego Padres, and Arizona Diamondbacks, despite his underwhelming 4.99 ERA and 1.48 WHIP this season.
- Peralta's struggles in New York may lead to a trade back to Milwaukee, where he previously excelled, as the Mets look to preserve his trade value ahead of the deadline.
- The Baltimore Orioles are expected to be active but may focus on free agents and minor trades rather than major roster overhauls, given their proximity to the Wild Card and recent comeback win against Philadelphia.
- Orioles' top prospects like Adley Rutschman and Jackson Holliday remain key trade considerations, but the team might choose to hold onto them and instead pursue smaller moves to strengthen their bullpen or utility positions.
