Key MLB executives face pressure ahead of trade deadline
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:46 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The MLB trade deadline arrives on August 3, and several executives are under significant pressure to make impactful moves. Dave Dombrowski of the Phillies must address concerns from star Bryce Harper and bolster a struggling team. David Stearns of the Mets needs successful returns from potential trades to mitigate a disappointing season. Dana Brown of the Astros aims to strengthen a.500 team's postseason hopes. Brian Cashman of the Yankees seeks to enhance playoff readiness as the team pursues the Rays in the AL East. Lastly, Mike Elias of the Orioles faces scrutiny as their young core underperforms amidst a goal to return to the postseason.
- •Phillies' Dombrowski faces pressure to improve a faltering roster.
- •Mets' Stearns must generate strong trade returns amid a poor season.
- •Astros' Brown aims to make moves as contract year looms.
- •Yankees' Cashman seeks to reinforce the playoff-bound roster.
- •Orioles' Elias under fire for lack of deadline aggressiveness.
- 3:46 PMCBS MLB — Seven MLB executives under the most pressure at the 2026 trade deadline
"Whether buying or selling, these front office leaders hold their teams -- and their jobs -- in their hands
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