Overview
- A Bleacher Report proposal details how the Cubs could trade five top prospects to the Marlins for Sandy Alcantara and Edward Cabrera.
- As of July 1, no formal trade discussions have been reported as teams hold firm on prospect valuations.
- The Guardians are balancing buy-and-sell strategies to address rotation needs and expiring contracts.
- Recent injuries to pitchers like Justin Steele and Javier Assad have intensified demand for affordable, multi-year starters.
- MLB’s three-team wild-card format is expected to keep clubs active until the July 31 trade deadline.