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MLB Trade Rumors and 2026 Trade Deadline News July 21
MLB.com • • general
Key Points:
- The Red Sox, once expected to be sellers, have surged with a 14-game winning streak and may become aggressive buyers at the Aug. 3 Trade Deadline, particularly seeking upgrades at second base and catcher.
- Catching remains a hot trade topic, with Orioles' Adley Rutschman potentially available as Baltimore looks to bolster pitching, while Rockies' Hunter Goodman is unlikely to be traded due to his key role in their future plans.
- The Blue Jays continue to struggle, sitting 5 1/2 games out of a wild card spot, and face tough decisions at the deadline with limited trade assets; potential sellers include Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, and Daulton Varsho.
- The Phillies are actively seeking a reliable fifth starter to improve their rotation depth, a crucial need for maintaining competitiveness in the NL East and postseason readiness.
- The Yankees plan to be buyers, targeting catching and bullpen help, but are expected to hold onto top prospects George Lombard Jr. and Carlos Lagrange, leaving others like Dax Kilby and Elmer Rodríguez as possible trade pieces.
