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Welcome to the madness that is the MLB trade deadline. We're less than two weeks away and the rumors are already flying freely. Red Sox president of baseball operations and trading wizard Dave Dombrowski has already traded for Drew Pomeranz, setting warped expectations for an already paper-thin starting pitching market. But that is by no means exclusive to pitching, so expect prices elsewhere to jump accordingly.
So far, Pomeranz has been the only notable trade but that will change as the deadline creeps closer to Aug. 1. As is the custom, the deadline will be fraught with whirlwind rumors and last-minute trades. Occasionally, there are extensions mixed in, but the primary focus will remain on trades that range from the mundane to the ludicrous.
While some will be made to better a team in preparation of the 2016 postseason, other organizations will be looking to shed some players (and their contracts) in an effort to rebuild or reinforce for the future. For those teams that are struggling, the latter will likely be the best course of action barring delusions of grandeur. Because of the scant pitching availability, teams will be in a position to hold out for deals that will be tantamount to ransom.
As to the deadline itself: it's typically set for the last day of July, but MLB commissioner Rob Manfred opted in January to move the deadline back one day since July 31 falls on a Sunday. The deadline time, however, will remain unchanged at 4 p.m. ET and Manfred stressed at the time this would be a one-time adjustment.
With all eight games scheduled to start at 7:10 p.m. ET or later, there's nothing to split the focus away from the deadline insanity. And so, let the trading games begin.
The big names:
Andrew Cashner
July 22: Orioles scouted Padres' Andrew Cashner on Thursday
July 22: Blue Jays expressing interest in CC Sabathia and Andrew Cashner
July 21: Padres' Andrew Cashner expected to be traded soon
July 21: Three teams involved in competition for Andrew Cashner's services
July 20: Andrew Cashner drawing interest from "a surprising number" of teams
July 20: Andrew Cashner could be moved soon but he's expected to start Thursday
Jonathan Lucroy
July 20: Indians, Brewers "in talks" for Jonathan Lucroy
July 18: The Indians' Yan Gomes situation with regard to a Jonathan Lucroy trade
July 15: Rangers, Brewers have discussed Jonathan Lucroy, Will Smith
Jay Bruce
July 21: Dodgers interested in Rockies' Carlos Gonzalez, Reds' Jay Bruce
July 21: Potential Reds targets in a Bruce trade with the Indians
July 19: Rangers have inquired about Reds' Jay Bruce
Chris Sale
July 22: Rangers making 'serious effort for Sale
July 22: Sox getting offers for Sale, Quintana
July 21: White Sox GM: 'We're mired in mediocrity,' team won't rule out tear down
Josh Reddick
July 22: Cubs interested in Reddick
July 22: A's players and odds to be dealt
Aroldis Chapman
July 19: Nationals, Rangers, Indians interested in Aroldis Chapman
July 19: The Nats could be interested in Aroldis Chapman again
Andrew Miller
July 22: Multiple teams are interested in Yankees' Andrew Miller
July 13: Indians could be "sleepers" to acquire Chapman or Miller from Yankees
Jeff Locke
July 16: Pirates shopping Jon Niese and Jeff Locke, Tigers would be a low-buy fit
Chris Archer
July 21: Rays need to be overwhelmed to deal Archer
July 21: Rival GM speculates Dodgers' chances of landing Archer at 70%
July 18: Three players NOT on the trading block includes Chris Archer
July 15: Pirates scouting Chris Archer's start for a trade with the Rays
July 15: Rays laughing at offers for Chris Archer
Michael Pineda
July 20: Yankees' Michael Pineda represents best remaining option for Marlins
July 19: Marlins interested in Michael Pineda, but Yankees don't want to trade
July 19: Andrew Cashner, Michael Pineda being considered by Marlins
Rich Hill
July 22: A's players and odds to be dealt
July 19: The Marlins and the Rich Hill price
July 17: Athletics' demands for Rangers target Rich Hill steep
July 15: The Rangers are in on A's Rich Hill, per report
July 14: Rich Hill thought to be best option for Rangers
July 14: How the Drew Pomeranz trade affects A's Rich Hill's trade value
Drew Pomeranz (traded to Red Sox on July 14)
July 14: Red Sox trade Anderson Espinoza to Padres for Drew Pomeranz
July 13: Rangers interested in Drew Pomeranz
July 13: Marlins still considering Drew Pomeranz, Sonny Gray
July 13: All-Star pitcher Drew Pomeranz targeted by numerous teams
Other rumors:
July 22: Orioles, Padres have discussed Upton/Ubaldo swap
July 22: Rangers interested in Reds pitcher Anthony DeSclafani
July 22: Royals showing interest in Braves outfielder Nick Markakis
July 22: Marlins were "surprised" with Adeiny Hechavarria extension request
July 22: Mets interested in Joe Smith, Chris Withrow, Jeremy Jeffress
July 22: Miami likely to discuss contract with Martin Prado at seasons' end
July 22: Phillies taking calls on "a number of players"
July 22: Which top prospects may be dealt at the trade deadline?
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July 21: Braves continue to say Teheran won't be traded
July 21: Boone Logan could be fit for Nationals
July 21: Yankees could potentially cut ties with A-Rod, Teixeira
July 21: Trading Kyle Schwarber isn't likely, but here's what they could get for him
July 21: Giants add lefty Boone Logan to pile of trade rumors
July 21: What the Rays could expect to get in return for their starting players
July 21: The Mariners are not good (enough to be buyers)
July 21: The Angels can no longer afford to play the pitching trade market
July 21: White Sox considering dealing David Robertson, Todd Frazier
July 21: Jeremy Hellickson doesn't want to be traded from Phillies
July 21: Orioles, Marlins interested in Jeremy Hellickson
July 21: Tigers' Justin Wilson drawing heavy interest
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July 20: Orioles are scouting Jeremy Hellickson
July 20: Cubs acquire Mike Montgomery in four-player trade with Mariners
July 20: Why the Cubs might trade Kyle Schwarber for Andrew Miller
July 20: Twins' Ervin Santana carries a high asking price but would fit multiple teams
July 20: Several Twins players are drawing interest
July 20: Brewers, Phillies relievers being considered by Giants
July 20: Everyone wants to trade for Jurickson Profar
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July 19: Marlins looking for pitching, eyes on several starters
July 19: Matt Shoemaker could be an upgrade for the Blue Jays' rotation
July 19: Nationals interested in Rockies' Charlie Blackmon
July 19: The Pirates need relief pitching and the Yankees can help
July 19: Dodgers talking with Rays, but not about Evan Longoria
July 19: Dodgers open to trading Yasiel Puig despite needing outfield help
July 19: Phillies need to trade to open a spot for prospect Aaron Altherr
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July 18: Aroldis Chapman is a potential Yankees trade chip
July 18: Nationals, Cubs, Rangers, and Royals scouting Yankees trade targets
July 18: Rangers willing to part with Joey Gallo for pitching
July 18: NL West Notes: Shelby Miller trade, Padres wait
July 18: Yankees, Royals discussed Carlos Beltran trade
July 18: Tigers could be parting with prospects at this year's deadline
July 18: GM John Coppolella's talk on trading Braves' Julio Teheran is "lip service"
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July 17: Rays pitchers subject of trade talks, would benefit Rangers
July 17: AL Central Notes: Tigers trade opportunities, Indians deadline plans
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July 16: The Drew Pomeranz deal hurts the Tigers' trade market
July 16: Diamondbacks willing to deal relievers, could bolster Tigers bullpen
July 16: Rangers' Matt Moore subject of trade talks
July 16: Rays shopping starting pitching, Tigers could potentially be involved
July 16: Marlins open to moving Adeiny Hechavarria for right starting pitcher
July 16: Aroldis Chapman, Carlos Beltran will be moved if club struggles continue
July 16: Mets not ruling out reunion with Pirates' Jon Niese
July 16: Yankees have discussed Nathan Eovaldi trade with Pirates
July 16: Braves looking at catcher market
July 16: Cubs don't want to move Jimenez, Pirates considering pitching upgrade
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July 15: Orioles trade target: Jeremy Hellickson
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July 14: Drew Pomeranz likely wasn't a top Marlins target due to lack of trust
July 14: How the Drew Pomeranz trade affects the Orioles
July 14: Mets, White Sox have needs Rockies could fill
July 14: Royals' Eric Hosmer could be seeking 10-year, $200 million deal
July 14: Mets hope to strengthen bullpen at trade deadline
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July 13: Braves GM says Julio Teheran will not be traded
July 13: The Tigers need to buy big at MLB trade deadline
July 12: Yankees All-Star break rumors and notes
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