MLB teams seek deals leading up to trade deadline on Monday
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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

As the MLB trade deadline approaches this Monday, several teams are making moves to enhance their rosters. The New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Phillies, and Chicago Cubs are identified as clubs that need to take significant action in the coming days. These franchise giants are under pressure to improve performance and standings as they eye potential trades. Teams are actively evaluating options and targets ahead of the deadline, with some clubs possibly considering multiple roster changes.
- •Yankees, Red Sox, Phillies, and Cubs are among the teams looking to trade.
- •Deadline for trades is set for Monday.
- •Teams aim to improve standings and overall performance.
- •Clubs are under pressure to make impactful moves.
- 12:26 PMESPN — The 12 teams most desperate to make a deadline deal -- and their biggest needs
"From the Yankees and Red Sox to the Phillies and Cubs, the sport's biggest giants are among the clubs that need to take action ahead of the Monday deadline.
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