MLB trade deadline notebook: What we're hearing on the Red Sox, Giants, George Springer and more

Key Points:

• The 2026 MLB trade deadline is approaching on Monday at 6 p.m., with limited activity so far; the most notable trade has been Curtis Mead for Connelly Early, but more moves are expected soon.
• The Boston Red Sox, after a 15-game winning streak, are willing to trade struggling outfielder Jarren Duran, who has underperformed offensively and exhibited emotional outbursts, though he still has potential value to contending teams like the Padres.
• Toronto Blue Jays' George Springer, who has a limited no-trade clause, is open to a trade to Boston, where he has historically performed well and could fill a designated hitter role, aligning with the Red Sox's needs for right-handed power.
• The Washington Nationals are seeking trade partners for first baseman Luis Garcia Jr., who is having a career season, as they focus on acquiring prospects and building for the long term, while deciding to keep CJ Abrams.
• The San Francisco Giants face challenges moving high-value contracts of Matt Chapman, Rafael Devers, and Willy Adames due to their declining value, but may trade other veterans and promote top prospects like outfielder Scott Bandura to strengthen their roster.