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Starting Pitching Drives Strategies Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline

General managers outline buyer or seller strategies three weeks before the AL and NL trade deadline

Jul 8, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Mookie Betts looks around during batting practice prior to the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
ATLANTA, GA - JULY 15: Eugenio Suárez #54 of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Elly De La Cruz #44 of the Cincinnati Reds laugh during the MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park on July 15, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
ATLANTA, GA - JULY 15: MacKenzie Gore #1 of the Washington Nationals pitches during the MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park on July 15, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
NL players celebrate during the All-Star Game win.

Overview

  • The New York Yankees have zeroed in on rotation reinforcements, with multiple reports linking them to D-backs right-hander Merrill Kelly and Pirates starter Mitch Keller.
  • Arizona GM Mike Hazen said the Diamondbacks could shift to seller mode if they don’t climb back to .500 after a 47-50 start and recent skid.
  • Cubs president Jed Hoyer confirmed that adding a frontline starter is Chicago’s top deadline priority and warned that no transaction is a guaranteed win.
  • The Twins have officially listened on ace Joe Ryan but, according to league sources, plan to hold onto their 2.72 ERA right-hander through the stretch run.
  • Teams are also exploring bullpen upgrades, targeting high-leverage relievers such as Emmanuel Clase, David Robertson and Felix Bautista.