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Multiple MLB teams make significant trades at 2026 deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 10:28 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Multiple MLB teams make significant trades at 2026 deadline
Summary

The MLB trade deadline resulted in several notable player moves on August 3, 2026. Tarik Skubal was traded from the Detroit Tigers to the Los Angeles Dodgers, strengthening the Dodgers' rotation. The Boston Red Sox acquired catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles, positioning themselves for a postseason run. Other significant trades included the Chicago Cubs acquiring Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes to enhance their pitching staff, while the Tampa Bay Rays took a chance on Freddy Peralta. In contrast, the Detroit Tigers and Toronto Blue Jays faced criticism for their trades, with Tigers losing key players without securing top prospects in return.

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  • •Tarik Skubal joins the Los Angeles Dodgers from the Detroit Tigers.
  • •Boston Red Sox acquire Adley Rutschman to bolster their roster.
  • •Chicago Cubs add pitchers Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes.
  • •Tampa Bay Rays trade for Freddy Peralta and Liam Hicks.
  • •Detroit Tigers criticized for losing key players without top prospects.
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Tarik Skubal, Freddy Peralta and plenty more MLB stars found new homes at the deadline

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