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The Boston Red Sox are promoting pitching prospect Payton Tolle, a 22-year-old with a high-velocity fastball, for his MLB debut amid a tight playoff race, facing top starter Paul Skenes at Fenway Park. Tolle, ranked No. 28 by MLB.com, has quickly risen through the minors after being drafted last year, showing strong performance and maturity, and is now a key part of Boston's postseason push.
With 22 days until the MLB trade deadline, teams are actively debating and negotiating over top players, with a focus on those with playoff odds below 30%. The list highlights key players like Duran, Bregman, and Alcantara, whose potential trades could significantly impact the postseason race, reflecting the dynamic and strategic nature of the deadline period.
The article provides a detailed top 30 list of MLB players who could be traded before the July 31 deadline, focusing on those from teams with less than a 30% chance of making the postseason, and discusses potential impacts on pennant races.
The Los Angeles Angels have placed a significant portion of their roster on waivers, including players like Lucas Giolito, Matt Moore, and Hunter Renfroe. This move has sparked intrigue among contenders in the MLB as they consider whether to claim these players and bolster their teams for the pennant race. The waiver order is determined by record, and any players claimed will be awarded to their new team on August 31. The Angels' decision to place players on waivers is seen as a cost-saving measure and a strategic move to position themselves for the future.