Rays eye trades as Mariners shop Castillo before deadline

With the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaching, MLB trade rumors are intensifying. The Tampa Bay Rays, currently leading the AL East with the best record in the American League, are likely looking to acquire players, potentially targeting Tarik Skubal, Ketel Marte, and Luis Arraez. The Seattle Mariners are shopping veteran starter Luis Castillo, who has struggled this season. Meanwhile, Mets reliever Clay Holmes expresses a desire to stay with the team and sign an extension, despite trade speculation. The Baltimore Orioles may consider a partial sell-off after an underwhelming season, eyeing trades of key players including Taylor Ward and Trevor Rogers.

• 3:50 PMCBS MLB — MLB rumors: Rays may be big buyers; Mariners ready to move starter; Mets trade candidate could be off table