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Teams Scramble to Finalize Deals Before MLB Trade Deadline

Mason Miller’s Thursday unavailability signals Oakland’s market entry as teams make a final push for remaining stars such as Mitch Keller and Steven Kwan.

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - JULY 29: Sandy Alcantara #22 of the Miami Marlins delivers a pitch against the St. Louis Cardinals in the first inning at Busch Stadium on July 29, 2025 in St Louis, Missouri.
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Overview

  • Blockbuster Wednesday trades saw the Mariners reacquire Eugenio Suárez, the Phillies land Jhoan Durán, the Mets add Tyler Rogers and Ryan Helsley, and the Reds secure Ke’Bryan Hayes.
  • With hours remaining until Thursday’s 6 p.m. ET cutoff, contenders are racing to complete deals that can strengthen their postseason rosters.
  • Oakland’s decision to list closer Mason Miller as unavailable for save situations has fueled speculation that the A’s will now engage teams in trade talks for their flamethrower reliever.
  • After the marquee exchanges, high-impact players like Mitch Keller, Steven Kwan and Sandy Alcántara remain on the market and are drawing interest for their performance and contract control.
  • Front offices face a delicate balance between one-year rentals and multi-year controllable assets as they weigh immediate gains against future payroll flexibility.