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Report: Astros Pursuing Significant Trade Deadline Move With Marlins

The Miami Marlins appear to be somewhat open for business ahead of the MLB trade deadline, and the Houston Astros may be knocking on their door. Ken Rosenthal

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Phillies Showing a 'Ton' of Interest in Guardians' Steven Kwan: Rosenthal

The Philadelphia Phillies are starting to slip in the NL East standings and are now 1.5 games behind the New York Mets for first place. However, the trade deadline offers Philadelphia an opportunity to improve its roster in anticipation of one final two-month-long sprint to the postseason.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 29

Angels Appear to Be Having Change of Heart as Trade Deadline Nears

According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Los Angeles Angels are one of four major league teams that have not committed to either buying or selling in advance of MLB's trade deadline, which is Thursday at 3 p.m.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Tigers to add rotation depth, acquire right-hander from Twins

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / July 28

Phillies Reportedly Prioritizing Bullpen Help

The Philadelphia Phillies are prioritizing bullpen help, according to a post from Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Gelb made this post in response to a report from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic about high asking prices for relief pitchers.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 26

Red Sox Dream Target Reportedly Just Hit Trade Block

The Boston Red Sox could use more firepower in the middle of the lineup and as the trade deadline has gotten closer, rumors specifically about first base have popped up.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 26

Report: Cincinnati Reds Targeting Two Key Positions at Trade Deadline

The Cincinnati Reds are 54-50 and just one game out of the third and final National League Wild Card spot. MLB insider Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic wrote an article and shared what he's hearing around the league and the trade deadline.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Yankees’ 2025 Defense: Eye Test Vs. Advanced Metrics

It doesn’t take a genius to realize that the Yankees have been struggling with their team defense, especially during their games in Toronto. After all, four errors in one game are four errors, no matter how you look at it.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 24

Angels Could Control Trade Deadline, Says Insider

The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal believes the Los Angeles Angels could 'control' the 2025 trade deadline with their wide array of valuable assets and future free agents.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 24

Yankees Top Trade Partners Make Deadline Decision

With just a week to go before the July 31 trade deadline passes, the New York Yankees should now have a better idea of how one of their top potential trade partners plans to operate in the coming days.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 24

Brewers Turned Off By One Version Of Eugenio Suárez Deal

Don’t rule out a Milwaukee Brewers-Eugenio Suárez deal just yet. Buzz connecting the Arizona Diamondbacks slugger to the Brew Crew continues to grow, despite Suárez’s strong link to the New York Yankees.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 22

MLB Insider Updates Brewers Fans About Eugenio Suárez

The Milwaukee Brewers remain a logical landing spot for the biggest bat on the trade market. Multiple reports have linked the Brew Crew to Arizona Diamondbacks slugger Eugenio Suárez, and the buzz is only growing louder.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Dodgers 'Certainly' in Mix for Athletics Flame Throwing, All-Star Closer

With less than two weeks until the MLB trade deadline, the Los Angeles Dodgers are being linked to more trade targets as trade talks heat up. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Dodgers are linked to one of the top players who could be on the market at this year's MLB trade deadline.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 18

Dodgers Rumors: MLB Insider Reveals Who LA is Targeting at Deadline

The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal revealed the Los Angeles Dodgers' plans ahead of the MLB trade deadline this season. Rosenthal expects the 2024 World Series champions to go after relievers due to their struggles with injury and within the bullpen among their healthy arms.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Phillies Predicted to Pursue Center Fielder in 'Ideal' Trade Deadline Move

At the MLB trade deadline, the Philadelphia Phillies are expected to pursue two positions: outfield and bullpen. There will be plenty of relievers to inquire about, but in the outfield, the resources are sparse.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Rosenthal: Dodgers Targeting Relievers After $107M Bullpen Falters

The Los Angeles Dodgers have poured $2 billion into their roster since the 2024 offseason. Although a World Series victory last season easily justifies the ludicrous spending, 2025 has netted different results.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Red Sox Receive Pennant-Winning Praise From MLB Insider

Are the Boston Red Sox… for real? Winners of 10 straight heading into the All-Star break, this season has taken a complete 180, and now the Red Sox look like they can do some damage in the second half.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Tampa Bay Rays Sale Could Be Completed by September

It looks like Tampa Bay Rays fans will have plenty more years to cheer on the team as new ownership appears to be around the corner. According to a report from The Athletic, the Rays will be sold to a group led by Jacksonville, Florida-based developer Patrick Zalupski for close to $1.7 billion.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 13

MLB Insider: Brewers Could Offer 'Controllable Starter' For D-Backs Star

The Milwaukee Brewers might be in line to land a massive slugger before July 31. On Friday, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal linked two-time All-Star Eugenio Suárez to the Brewers.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 29

Five Cubs players in jeopardy amid Kyle Tucker decision

If the Cubs do re-sign Tucker, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic named five players on the current roster who might not rejoin the team in 2026, including two starting pitchers and three key pieces of the lineup.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 8

Ken Rosenthal discusses Braves selling at trade deadline

Coming off another excruciating one-run loss, the Braves now sit 12 games back in the NL East and eight games back of the final Wild Card spot with a plethora of teams standing in their way. Atlanta has lost 12 of their last 15 games, as well as their last eight straight games that have been decided by one run.