Overview

• The Diamondbacks have declared themselves sellers ahead of July 31, marketing pitchers Merrill Kelly, Zac Gallen and power hitter Eugenio Suárez in exchange for pitching prospects.
• Yankees GM Brian Cashman has adopted an “all-in” stance, engaging Arizona and the Pirates in talks to shore up starting pitching and infield power.
• The Red Sox have sent scouts to Phoenix to evaluate Kelly and Gallen as they seek rotation depth in their bid to chase the division leader.
• Analysts have identified the Blue Jays as a top landing spot for Merrill Kelly to address inconsistency in their rotation.
• The Yankees are reportedly in discussions with the Pirates for relievers David Bednar, Dennis Santana and starter Mitch Keller to reinforce their injured pitching staff.