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Teams face tough decisions as MLB trade deadline approaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 1:14 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Teams face tough decisions as MLB trade deadline approaches

Summary

With the MLB trade deadline set for August 3, teams are grappling with critical decisions amid an unclear playoff picture. The Miami Marlins and Boston Red Sox have seen fluctuating performance, complicating their positions. The Detroit Tigers could be forced to trade pitcher Tarik Skubal, while the San Diego Padres are weighing the future of closer Mason Miller. Several teams still in contention either look to buy or sell, unsure of their final strategy as the deadline nears.

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•MLB trade deadline on August 3 prompts strategic decisions
•Miami Marlins fluctuate between winning and losing
•Detroit Tigers may trade Tarik Skubal amid poor performance
•San Diego Padres uncertain about the future of Mason Miller
•Boston Red Sox improve amid playoff chase

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1:14 PMYahoo Sports — Make it make sense: 9 questions to unlock MLB trade deadline uncertainty

What they're saying

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With just six shopping days left before the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline, we have less clarity now than at the All-Star break.
— Yahoo Sports

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Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 1:14 PM
Make it make sense: 9 questions to unlock MLB trade deadline uncertainty
With just six shopping days left before the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline, we have less clarity now than at the All-Star break.

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