Red Sox acquire Adley Rutschman, Padres add Casey Mize at trade deadline

The MLB trade deadline saw significant moves as the Boston Red Sox traded for catcher Adley Rutschman from Baltimore on August 3, enhancing their postseason hopes. Rutschman, a three-time All-Star, arrives with injury concerns but aims to bolster a weak position for Boston. Meanwhile, the San Diego Padres acquired pitchers Casey Mize from Detroit and Robbie Ray, aiming to improve a struggling rotation as they chase a playoff spot. Mize, with a 2.70 ERA, and Ray, the 2021 AL Cy Young winner, bring much-needed depth to a team under pressure to perform. More than 60 deals were made at the deadline, reflecting teams' strategies to optimize their chances for October.

• 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Forget Tarik Skubal. These MLB trade deadline deals will actually decide October.