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Potential Prospect-For-Prospect Trades the Dodgers Could Make
The Los Angeles Dodgers’ young outfielders have become one of the most impressive prospect groups in baseball. Headlined by Josue De Paula and followed closely by fellow Top 40 prospects Mike Sirota, Eduardo Quintero, and Zyhir Hope, the depth doesn’t stop there. Charles Davalan cracks our Top 100 list, while James Tibbs III sits just […] The post Potential Prospect-For-Prospect Trades the Dodgers Could Make appeared first on Just Baseball .
3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Cubs Deadline
The Chicago Cubs have as clear a plan as anyone as they head into the 2026 trade deadline. They have dealt with pitching injuries to both their rotation and bullpen since the beginning of the year. That leaves them to target one thing in specific: pitching, pitching, and more pitching. There are going to be […] The post 3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Cubs Deadline appeared first on Just Baseball .
4 Under-the-Radar Stars Who Could Be Moved at the Trade Deadline
Where is Tarik Skubal going? Is Mason Miller on the move? Will the Nationals actually trade CJ Abrams? MLB trade deadline talk gets stale fast, because the same names get floated over and over. I’m always searching for updates, but at some point, how many do we really need on the same handful of players? […] The post 4 Under-the-Radar Stars Who Could Be Moved at the Trade Deadline appeared first on Just Baseball .
Brewers Take Another Big Step to Enhance Alumni-Fan Relationship
On Friday, right-hander Yovani Gallardo got the start a little after 6pm CST in Milwaukee. Outfielder Ryan Braun got robbed of a hard single to left early on in the game while general manager Doug Melvin looked on. Don’t worry, you haven’t been magically transported back to the year 2011. Those were just a few […] The post Brewers Take Another Big Step to Enhance Alumni-Fan Relationship appeared first on Just Baseball .
MLB Trends: Jacob Misiorowski is Unreal, CJ Abrams is on Fire
There is nothing left to say about Jacob Misiorowski, he is a video game final boss on the mound. He is human though, and he did deal with some fatigue around the break. But, the Brewers have rested him a bit the last few weeks, and a fresh Misiorowski wreaked havoc on the Rockies on […] The post MLB Trends: Jacob Misiorowski is Unreal, CJ Abrams is on Fire appeared first on Just Baseball .
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Week of July 27
Well, the trade deadline movement has officially started. Boston and Washington kicked things off with a surprising move that sent Connelly Early to Washington in exchange for Curtis Mead. A deal that no one saw coming, but one that offers upside for both sides. You can read more about the trickle-down effect, how different players […] The post Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Week of July 27 appeared first on Just Baseball .
Ranking the Top Rental Bats on the Trade Block
In just one week (already!), the 2026 MLB trade deadline will be upon us, and this year’s happenings are sure to be just as hectic and wild as they always are. Even if there’s a bit of uncertainty surrounding “bubble teams” that are so close to contention that they’re not in a hurry to sell, […] The post Ranking the Top Rental Bats on the Trade Block appeared first on Just Baseball .
Seven Top San Francisco Giants Prospects Earn Promotions
The All-Star break is typically a good litmus test for organizations to determine which of their top prospects have earned a promotion. While there are always exceptions, this is often when many of the game’s rising talents take the next step in the minors. The San Francisco Giants have one of the most improved farm […] The post Seven Top San Francisco Giants Prospects Earn Promotions appeared first on Just Baseball .
Weighing the Pros and Cons of the Padres Trading Mason Miller
We are just one week away from the MLB trade deadline, and the San Diego Padres find themselves in one of the most difficult positions in baseball. Despite sitting two games out of the final National League playoff spot, they sit at .500 and have plenty of questions to answer before the deadline. The offense […] The post Weighing the Pros and Cons of the Padres Trading Mason Miller appeared first on Just Baseball .
Utah Talons Secure Second Straight AUSL Title in Series Sweep
It’s championship weekend here in College Station. The sun is blazing, and the stands are packed for the second-ever Athletes Unlimited Softball League championship series. This season sent the Chicago Bandits and the Utah Talons to the ‘ship for the second year in a row. Last season, the Talons swept in two straight games, and […] The post Utah Talons Secure Second Straight AUSL Title in Series Sweep appeared first on Just Baseball .
Understanding a Very Surprising Trade: Connelly Early for Curtis Mead
We have our first real move of the trade deadline. Late Saturday night, Jeff Passon reported that the Boston Red Sox were trading lefty starter Connelly Early to the Washington Nationals for infielder Curtis Mead. A move that caught many by surprise, even causing confusion, although the deal does make sense for both sides. There’s […] The post Understanding a Very Surprising Trade: Connelly Early for Curtis Mead appeared first on Just Baseball .
Brewers Notebook: Yelich and Turang Homer in Loss, Drohan Takeaways
It’s been mostly smiles for the Milwaukee Brewers and their faithful on their recent homestand. Outside of an uncharacteristically sloppy game against the Mets on Tuesday, it’s been all wins as the team has gone 5-1 in the last six games at American Family Field in Milwaukee. After an off day on Thursday, they returned […] The post Brewers Notebook: Yelich and Turang Homer in Loss, Drohan Takeaways appeared first on Just Baseball .
From Surgery to the Show: Inside Khristian Curtis’ Journey to His Major League Debut
On July 18, the Pittsburgh Pirates saw one of their most intriguing pitching prospects step on a big league mound for the first time in the second game of a doubleheader versus the Cleveland Guardians. This pitcher was right-hander Khristian Curtis, an electric arm who has flown through their minor league system over the previous […] The post From Surgery to the Show: Inside Khristian Curtis’ Journey to His Major League Debut appeared first on Just Baseball .
Who Needs Starting Pitching the Most at the Deadline?
What’s the one thing every team needs by July? Pitching! There’s no such thing as too many arms, and as the trade deadline approaches, every contender will have to navigate the market carefully to land the correct pieces. To that point, not every roster needs the same type of pitcher. It’s easy to daydream up […] The post Who Needs Starting Pitching the Most at the Deadline? appeared first on Just Baseball .
What Do the Athletics Have To Sell at the Trade Deadline?
Coming into the season, the Athletics were a trendy pick to potentially push for the playoffs. An eclectic young core that continued to improve, with a pitching staff that was subpar but had a few prospects who could raise their ceiling. While not yet a truly good team, they were trending in the right direction. […] The post What Do the Athletics Have To Sell at the Trade Deadline? appeared first on Just Baseball .
3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Pirates Deadline
With every single day that passes, the Pittsburgh Pirates inch closer to one of the most pivotal days for the franchise in recent memory: the 2026 MLB trade deadline. As of the time I’m writing this, things are better for the Pirates than they’ve been in some time. At three games above .500, they’re serious […] The post 3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Pirates Deadline appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Red Sox Saved Their Season With Recent Hot Stretch
The last time Boston Red Sox fans saw a hot streak like this, the most popular teens were jamming to an upstart young singer named Frank Sinatra. And it’s fitting that, 80 years later, the Red Sox are winning their way. With a combination of breakout bats, bunts, pitching excellence, and sheer luck, the Red […] The post The Red Sox Saved Their Season With Recent Hot Stretch appeared first on Just Baseball .
10 Realistic Mock Trades I’d Love to See at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline
Who doesn’t love a good mock? MLB’s Trade Deadline hits Monday, August 3rd at 6 pm EST, and here are ten moves I want to see happen before the final bell rings. I already dropped one on X, and the results were mixed. Good. When fans on both sides are tearing me a new one, […] The post 10 Realistic Mock Trades I’d Love to See at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline appeared first on Just Baseball .
Top Trade Landing Spots for Luis Arraez
One of this season’s most coveted trade chips will be San Francisco Giants infielder Luis Arraez. The 29-year-old is on a one-year deal and on pace for one of the best seasons of his career, making him a prime candidate to be relocated come the August 3 deadline. Arraez isn’t the prototypical All-Star bat. He […] The post Top Trade Landing Spots for Luis Arraez appeared first on Just Baseball .
Why the Boston Red Sox Need To Trade for Zach Neto
This time last month, the thought of the Boston Red Sox adding something at the deadline felt like a distant dream. Fifteen wins in a row, an ascension from bottom team in the American League to top five, changes the scope. The Red Sox are not only dark horse candidates to make the postseason, they’re […] The post Why the Boston Red Sox Need To Trade for Zach Neto appeared first on Just Baseball .
Top 5 Relievers on the Board Without Aroldis Chapman
One guarantee of Major League Baseball’s trade deadline is the abundance of movement within the reliever market. Everything from low- to high-leverage, and everything in between. Teams can never have enough pitching, especially when in a pennant race. Not to mention the constant threat of injury, or the volatility of being a relief pitcher. For […] The post Top 5 Relievers on the Board Without Aroldis Chapman appeared first on Just Baseball .
Utah Talons’ Elite Pitching Duo Drives Championship Berth
The Utah Talons have clinched the number one seed heading into the postseason and have a bye straight into the championship series. For the second year in a row, the Talons have to chance to take home the crown. They won it all in 2025, taking down the Bandits in two games. However, the expansion […] The post Utah Talons’ Elite Pitching Duo Drives Championship Berth appeared first on Just Baseball .
Five Elite Prospects Who Could Move at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline
The trade deadline is usually framed around the stars changing teams. The more interesting question is often what—or who—a contender is willing to sacrifice to acquire them. None of these prospects should be considered likely to move. Each is talented enough to become an important part of his current organization’s future. But roster congestion, competitive […] The post Five Elite Prospects Who Could Move at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline appeared first on Just Baseball .
Do the Red Sox Need Sonny Gray, or Could they Cash in at the Deadline?
Sonny Gray is in the midst of one of the best seasons of his career at age 36. The Boston Red Sox ace is rocking a 2.48 ERA, a career best, and a 12-1 record, tied (Chase Burns, Cristopher Sánchez) for the most wins in MLB. Gray is a key piece of the Red Sox […] The post Do the Red Sox Need Sonny Gray, or Could they Cash in at the Deadline? appeared first on Just Baseball .
How Does Shohei Ohtani’s Injury Impact Dodgers’ Deadline Plan?
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts recently delivered the news that Shohei Ohtani will be shut down from pitching indefinitely. Left knee irritation that first flared up in mid-June has failed to clear up despite rest and a lubricant injection received over the All-Star break. Ohtani will remain in the lineup as the full-time designated […] The post How Does Shohei Ohtani’s Injury Impact Dodgers’ Deadline Plan? appeared first on Just Baseball .