With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching, contenders are set to make their moves to make a push for the playoffs. The Seattle Mariners are one of them. Seattle stands just 1 game back of the first-place Houston Astros in the AL West. Additionally, they are 3.5 games back of the third Wild-Card spot. The Mariners need a spark, and they made a big splash to help their offense … [Read more...] about Mariners Acquire Randy Arozarena In Blockbuster Trade
Astros, Mariners, Pirates Could Target All-Star First Baseman
The Tampa Bay Rays traded Randy Arozarena to the Seattle Mariners for prospects late Thursday night, indicating that the club is retooling beyond 2024. The Rays already shipped out right-handers Aaron Civale and Phil Maton earlier this month. At 52-51, the Rays sit 9 1/2 games back for first in the American League East and four games back from a Wild Card spot. With four days … [Read more...] about Astros, Mariners, Pirates Could Target All-Star First Baseman
Orioles Acquire Veteran Starter To Bolster Rotation
In an intra-division deal, the Baltimore Orioles traded for starting pitcher Zach Eflin from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for three minor leaguers, the team announced Friday. In exchange for Eflin, the Rays receive outfielder Matthew Etzel, super-utilityman Mac Horvath, and right-handed pitcher Jackson Baumeister. The trade marks the second deal the Orioles have made on … [Read more...] about Orioles Acquire Veteran Starter To Bolster Rotation
Rangers Have Discussed Trade With Rays Amid Injury Concerns
The Texas Rangers and Tampa Rays have reportedly engaged in eye-opening trade talks as the 2024 deadline draws near. The Rangers are planning to buy ahead of the MLB trade deadline. There were questions about the team’s potential strategy earlier in July, but the Rangers have performed well in recent action. Texas will have a number of possible trade candidates to pursue ahead … [Read more...] about Rangers Have Discussed Trade With Rays Amid Injury Concerns
Injured Rays Pitcher Secures Rotation Spot With Trade
After trading Zach Eflin to the Orioles, injured right-hander Jeffrey Springs is set to take his place in the Rays rotation later this week. Following last year’s season-ending Tommy John surgery, Rays right-hander Jeffrey Springs is set to make his first big-league appearance since April 2023. Injured Rays Pitcher Secures Rotation Spot With Trade Springs will throw a bullpen … [Read more...] about Injured Rays Pitcher Secures Rotation Spot With Trade