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Boston acquired Caleb Durbin from the Brewers in a six-player deal that also brought Andruw Monasterio and Anthony Seigler to Boston, while sending Kyle Harrison, David Hamilton and Shane Drohan to Milwaukee. Durbin, a speedy, versatile infielder with strong defense and contact hitting, is the centerpiece as the Red Sox pivot toward pitching depth and defense at the infield ahead of spring training.
The Red Sox are acquiring Caleb Durbin from the Brewers in a multi-player deal that also sends Kyle Harrison, Shane Drohan and David Hamilton to Milwaukee, while Boston gains Andruw Monasterio, Anthony Seigler and a Competitive Balance Round B pick. Durbin, 25, is a versatile 2B/3B with a strong 2025 rookie year (.256/.334/.387, 11 HR, 18 steals) and solid defense, giving Boston a controllable, run-prevention-oriented infielder for the near future.
Colorado Rockies acquire infielder Edouard Julien and right-hander Pierson Ohl from the Minnesota Twins for minor-league RHP Jace Kaminska and cash, while clearing 40-man spots by trading Angel Chivilli and designating Yanquiel Fernández. Julien, a former 2023 rookie standout whose production has declined, provides infield versatility and a controllable timeline, likely at first or second base. Ohl, a 26-year-old with four-seamer experience and strong control, offers starting/relief depth with six years of club control. The trade addresses Colorado’s need for both position player depth and pitching depth as part of a broader front-office reshaping under Paul DePodesta. More to come as the Rockies rebuild.)
Washington is trading left-hander MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers in a five-prospect deal for Gavin Fien, Alejandro Rosario, Devin Fitz-Gerald, Abimelec Ortiz and Yeremy Cabrera. Gore, 26, posted a strong 3.02 ERA with 138 strikeouts over 19 starts in the first half of 2025 but injuries hampered the second half; with two years of arbitration remaining, his affordable contract helped Texas pursue a controllable upgrade that should slot Gore into the Rangers’ middle rotation behind deGrom and Eovaldi, alongside Jack Leiter.
San Francisco has intensified its pursuit of a proven second baseman, reportedly targeting Cubs’ Nico Hoerner and Cardinals’ Brendan Donovan as upgrades to a weak 2025 group. Donovan appears more attainable given St. Louis’s rebuild, while Hoerner would be a close, high-contact fit; both are 29 next season with defensive versatility. Trade costs could be steep, and Cubs’ win-now posture or Cardinals’ rebuilding push could shape the package. The Giants have payroll room after adding rotation pieces and remain open to other routes (including market shifts from Bo Bichette’s status) to address the position.
The Red Sox approached the 2025 trade deadline with limited ambition, acquiring only rentals Steven Matz and Dustin May, despite earlier promises of urgency and a desire to be more assertive. While they explored significant options like Eugenio Suarez, they ultimately settled for modest moves, falling short of the bold actions taken by other AL teams, which may impact their playoff prospects.
The Mariners have designated pitcher Collin Snider for assignment after his injury and poor performance this season, opening a roster spot for new acquisition Caleb Ferguson. Snider, who excelled last year, has struggled and is now in DFA limbo, with potential trade options before waivers.
The Los Angeles Angels acquired veteran relievers Luis Garcia and Andrew Chafin from the Washington Nationals to strengthen their bullpen as they aim to end their postseason drought, trading minor leaguers Jake Eder and Sam Brown in the process.
The Arizona Diamondbacks traded Josh Naylor to the Mariners and are considering further moves before the trade deadline, including potential trades involving key players like Eugenio Suarez, Merrill Kelly, and Zac Gallen, with a focus on balancing immediate competitiveness and long-term prospects, while also exploring the benefits of qualifying offers for draft pick compensation.
The article discusses ten potential major trades before the July 31 MLB trade deadline, involving teams like the Tigers, White Sox, Astros, Blue Jays, Yankees, and others, focusing on strategic moves to build for the future or contend now.
The Tampa Bay Rays acquired outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the Braves for cash and placed Brandon Lowe on the 10-day injured list due to tendinitis, while also moving Manuel Rodriguez to the 60-day IL, as they prepare for the upcoming trade deadline and manage their roster amidst injuries.
The Los Angeles Angels, after a recent series win and Mike Trout's return from injury, announced a trade acquiring outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. from the San Francisco Giants to bolster their outfield options while Trout recovers and prepares to return to defensive duties.
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired former All-Star closer Alexis Díaz from the Cincinnati Reds to bolster their bullpen, which is currently depleted due to injuries among their top relievers. Díaz, brother of Mets closer Edwin Díaz, will join the Dodgers' spring complex in Arizona, with the team sending Mike Villani to the Reds in return.
The New York Yankees are in trade talks with the Chicago Cubs for Cody Bellinger after the Cubs acquired Kyle Tucker from the Astros. The Yankees are seeking financial concessions from the Cubs on Bellinger's contract, which has two years and $52.5 million remaining. Bellinger, a former NL MVP, is seen as a good fit for the Yankees' lineup, potentially allowing Aaron Judge to move back to right field. The Yankees are also interested in Mets' Pete Alonso and have bolstered their bullpen by trading for closer Devin Williams from the Brewers.
The New York Yankees have acquired star closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for former All-Star pitcher Nestor Cortes, minor-league player Caleb Durbin, and cash. Williams, a two-time All-Star and 2020 NL Rookie of the Year, will strengthen the Yankees' bullpen after missing much of last season due to injury. This move is part of the Yankees' aggressive roster reshaping following their failure to sign Juan Soto, as they also pursue other high-profile players like Christian Walker and Roki Sasaki.