MLB trade deadline could provide instant upgrades to these contenders - USA Today
MLB teams are preparing for the upcoming trade deadline, with many contenders looking to bolster their rosters for a postseason push. Pitching remains the most sought-after asset, while several teams are evaluating their status as buyers or sellers.
Why it matters
The trade deadline is a pivotal moment that can shift the competitive balance of the league and determine which teams are best positioned for a World Series run.
Hear this story The MLB trade deadline is fast approaching, but finding any clarity in the playoff chase before then is highly unlikely.
With roughly two-thirds of all major league teams at least within striking distance of a wild-card spot, it's going to be hard to tell the buyers from the sellers over the next few weeks. Until they start making deals.
Expect a lot of waiting and then a flurry of trades before the deadline as teams look to tweak their rosters for the stretch run. Any players on the 40-man roster acquired before the deadline will be eligible to play for their new clubs in the postseason.
The MLB trade deadline, traditionally July 31, is a bit later than it's been in the past. With the 31st on a Friday this year, MLB has decided to move the deadline later.
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