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MLB trade deadline 2026: Grading every team's deadline results, from an A+ for the Dodgers to an F+ for the Reds
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Key Points:
- The Arizona Diamondbacks received a B- grade after acquiring outfielder Lars Nootbaar late in the trade deadline to bolster their offense, but failed to reinforce their injury-hit rotation as expected.
- The Boston Red Sox earned a B+ for aggressively acquiring catcher Adley Rutschman and other pieces to push for a playoff spot, despite possibly overpaying for Rutschman.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers received an A+ for landing top pitcher Tarik Skubal, significantly strengthening their rotation in pursuit of a three-peat championship run.
- The Tampa Bay Rays were graded A for smartly leveraging their farm system to acquire key players like Freddy Peralta and Liam Hicks, enhancing their chances for a deep postseason run.
- The New York Mets and Milwaukee Brewers were among the lower grades (D+), with the Mets focusing on improving their farm system but lacking impactful moves, and the Brewers showing caution that may limit their playoff success.
