The Baltimore Orioles traded veteran right-hander Charlie Morton and cash considerations to the D...

<p>The Baltimore Orioles traded veteran right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1117" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1117">Charlie Morton</a> and cash considerations to the Detroit Tigers for left-hander Micah Ashman, the teams announced Thursday.</p><p>Morton has struggled this season, posting a 7-8 record with a 5.42 ERA and 4.84 FIP. The 41-year-old joined the Orioles over the winter on a one-year, $15-million contract.</p><p>However, Morton brings plenty of playoff experience to Detroit, owning a 3.60 ERA over 18 career postseason appearances. He won the World Series with the Houston Astros in 2017 and the Atlanta Braves in 2021.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Tigers manager A.J. Hinch led the Astros for Morton's two-year tenure in Houston.</p><p>Ashman heads to Baltimore after recording a 1.60 ERA and 10.5 K/9 in 28 minor-league appearances for High-A West Michigan this season.</p><p>Detroit has a nine-game cushion atop the American League Central.</p>

TORONTO, CANADA - MARCH 28: Charlie Morton #50 of the Baltimore Orioles looks on against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on March 28, 2025 in Toronto, Canada.

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The Boston Red Sox acquired right-hander Dustin May from the Los Angeles Dodgers for outfielders ...

<p>The Boston Red Sox acquired right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9566" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9566">Dustin May</a> from the Los Angeles Dodgers for outfielders James Tibbs III and Zach Ehrhard, the teams announced Thursday.</p><p>May owns a 4.85 ERA with an 8.4 K/9 in 104 innings this season. He'll join a Red Sox rotation that includes ace <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12246" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12246">Garrett Crochet</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13634" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13634">Brayan Bello</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8193" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8193">Walker Buehler</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4272" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4272">Lucas Giolito</a>. </p><p>Boston also has five other starters on the injured list. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>May missed the entire 2024 season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn esophagus, an injury he sustained while recovering from a flexor tendon issue in his elbow.</p><p>The 27-year-old is owed the remainder of his $2.135-million salary for this season before becoming a free agent at the end of the campaign.</p><p>Tibbs ranked as Boston's No. 5 prospect, per <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects/redsox/">MLB Pipeline</a>. He was the 13th overall pick in the 2024 draft by the San Francisco Giants, who traded him to the Red Sox in a June deal involving <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5400" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5400">Rafael Devers</a>.</p><p>The 22-year-old combined to post a .763 OPS in 86 minor-league games for the Red Sox and Giants' affiliates this season.</p><p>Ehrhard posted an .805 OPS with 45 RBIs and 23 steals in the minors this campaign.</p><p> </p>

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 16: Dustin May #85 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches against the San Francisco Giants in the bottom of the first inning at Oracle Park on September 16, 2022 in San Francisco, California.

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The Arizona Diamondbacks traded right-hander Merrill Kelly to the Texas Rangers for left-handers ...

<p>The Arizona Diamondbacks traded right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4059" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4059">Merrill Kelly</a> to the Texas Rangers for left-handers Kohl Drake and Mitch Bratt and right-hander David Hagaman, the teams announced Thursday.</p><p>Kelly is in the midst of another solid season. The 36-year-old owned a 3.22 ERA and 3.53 FIP in 22 starts for the D-Backs before the swap.</p><p>The seven-year veteran gives the Rangers a formidable top three in their rotation, joining <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4311" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4311">Jacob deGrom</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2345" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2345">Nathan Eovaldi</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Kelly is owed the remainder of his $7-million salary for this season before becoming a free agent at the end of the campaign.</p><p>Drake, 25, posted a 3.10 ERA in 72 2/3 minor-league frames across two levels this year. He's the Rangers' No. 5-ranked prospect, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects/rangers/">MLB Pipeline</a>.</p><p>The 22-year-old Bratt owns a 6-3 record with a 3.18 ERA and 10.5 K/9 in 90 2/3 frames at Double-A Frisco. He's the No. 9-ranked prospect in the Rangers' system. </p><p>Hagaman, 22, owns a 2.82 ERA and 11.3 K/9 in eight minor-league starts this campaign. MLB Pipeline ranked him as Texas' No. 13 prospect.</p><p>The Rangers also added right-handed reliever <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8432" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8432">Phil Maton</a> in a trade Thursday with the St. Louis Cardinals.</p><p>St. Louis received left-hander Mason Molina, right-hander Skylar Hales, and international signing bonus money in the swap.</p>

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 28: Merrill Kelly #29 of the Arizona Diamondbacks walks across the field after the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers during Game Two of the World Series at Globe Life Field on October 28, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

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The Miami Marlins traded outfielder Jesús Sánchez to the Houston Astros for right-hander Ryan Gus...

<p>The Miami Marlins traded outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9609" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9609">Jesús Sánchez</a> to the Houston Astros for right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17344" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17344">Ryan Gusto</a>, infielder Chase Jaworsky, and outfielder Esmil Valencia, the teams announced Thursday.</p><p>Sánchez owns a .740 OPS with 10 home runs, 36 RBIs, and nine steals in 86 games this season. The 27-year-old provides the Astros with a much-needed lefty bat for their right-handed-heavy lineup.</p><p>Gusto owns a 7-4 record with a 4.92 ERA in 86 big-league innings in 2025, his first in the majors.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Jaworsky is the Astros' No. 13-ranked prospect, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects/astros/">MLB Pipeline</a>. The 21-year-old infielder owns a .712 OPS with 29 RBIs and 24 steals at High-A Asheville.</p><p>Valencia, 19, is slashing .263/.325/.357 with five homers, 36 RBIs, and 50 steals at Single-A Fayetteville this season.</p><p>The trade for Sánchez comes on the heels of the Astros reacquiring infielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3992" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3992">Carlos Correa</a> in a deal with the Minnesota Twins.</p><p> </p><p> </p>

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 23: Jesús Sánchez #7 of the Miami Marlins hits a two run home run during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at loanDepot park on July 23, 2025 in Miami, Florida.

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The Colorado Rockies traded right-handed reliever Jake Bird to the New York Yankees for second ba...

<p>The Colorado Rockies traded right-handed reliever <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13863" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13863">Jake Bird</a> to the New York Yankees for second baseman Roc Riggio and left-hander Ben Shields, the teams announced Thursday.</p><p>New York designated outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10043" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10043">Bryan de la Cruz</a> for assignment in a corresponding move.</p><p>Bird owns a 4.73 ERA and 10.5 K/9 in 45 games this season. The 29-year-old helps beef up a Yankees bullpen that added right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9025" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9025">David Bednar</a> from the Pittsburgh Pirates earlier Thursday.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p><strong>Yankees' bullpen following trades</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<td>David Bednar</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>Devin Williams</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>Luke Weaver</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>Tim Hill</td>
<td>L</td>
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<td>Jake Bird</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>Ian Hamilton</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>Jonathan Loáisiga</td>
<td>R</td>
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<td>JT Brubaker</td>
<td>R</td>
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</table></div></figure><p>New York also traded for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4985" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4985">Ryan McMahon</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5078" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5078">Amed Rosario</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5662" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5662">Austin Slater</a> over the past week.</p><p>The Rockies receive the Yankees' Nos. 10 and 28 prospects in the swap.</p><p>Riggio, 23, has posted a .937 OPS with 18 home runs and 45 RBIs in 62 games across three minor-league levels this year.</p><p>Shields, 26, has recorded a 3.03 ERA and 10.6 K/9 in 35 2/3 minor-league innings this season.</p>

DENVER, CO - JUNE 6: Jake Bird #59 of the Colorado Rockies delivers to home plate in the sixth inning against the New York Mets at Coors Field on June 6, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

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The New York Yankees added closer David Bednar from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for catchi...

<p>The New York Yankees added closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9025" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9025">David Bednar</a> from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for catching prospects Rafael Flores and Edgleen Perez, as well as minor-league outfielder Brian Sanchez, the teams confirmed Thursday.</p><p>Bednar, a two-time All-Star, owns a 2.37 ERA with 17 saves in 38 innings for the Pirates this season. </p><p>The 30-year-old was optioned to the minors April 1 after a tough start to the 2025 campaign, but he's been solid since returning to the majors April 19.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Pittsburgh native led the National League in saves with 39 in 2023 before struggling during the 2024 season.</p><p>Bednar joins a Yankees bullpen that also includes <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11736" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11736">Devin Williams</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5394" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5394">Luke Weaver</a>, as well as another new addition in <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12516" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12516">Camilo Doval</a>, who was acquired from the San Francisco Giants on Thursday.</p><p>Flores was New York's eighth-ranked prospect, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects/yankees/">MLB Pipeline</a>.</p><p>The 24-year-old owns a .279/.351/.475 slash line with 16 home runs and 60 RBIs in 97 minor-league games this season.</p><p>Perez was the Yankees' 14th-ranked prospect. The 19-year-old Venezuelan was slashing .209/.368/.236 with 26 RBIs in 83 games for Single-A Tampa.</p><p>The 21-year-old Sanchez owned an .811 OPS with 36 RBIs and 24 steals in 63 contests, also for Single-A Tampa.</p><p>The Yankees were busy on deadline day, acquiring Bednar, Doval, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13863" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13863">Jake Bird</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/14003" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/14003">José Caballero</a> after adding <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4985" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4985">Ryan McMahon</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5078" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5078">Amed Rosario</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5662" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5662">Austin Slater</a> over the past week.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 30: David Bednar #51 of the Pittsburgh Pirates pitches against the Miami Marlins in the ninth inning of the game at loanDepot park on March 30, 2025 in Miami, Florida.

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The Minnesota Twins traded right-hander Brock Stewart to the Los Angeles Dodgers for outfielder J...

<p>The Minnesota Twins traded right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8114" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8114">Brock Stewart</a> to the Los Angeles Dodgers for outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12600" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12600">James Outman</a>, the teams announced Thursday.</p><p>Stewart owns a 2.38 ERA and 10.9 K/9 in 39 appearances for the Twins this season. He also ranks in the 89th percentile or higher in several pitching categories.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796259/cropped_Screenshot_2025-07-31_at_1.40.42_PM.jpg?ts=1753996211" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796259/w220xh124_Screenshot_2025-07-31_at_1.40.42_PM.jpg?ts=1753996211 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796259/w320xh180_Screenshot_2025-07-31_at_1.40.42_PM.jpg?ts=1753996211 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796259/w640xh360_Screenshot_2025-07-31_at_1.40.42_PM.jpg?ts=1753996211 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796259/w768xh432_Screenshot_2025-07-31_at_1.40.42_PM.jpg?ts=1753996211 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796259/w1080xh607_Screenshot_2025-07-31_at_1.40.42_PM.jpg?ts=1753996211 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Baseball Savant</span></figcaption></figure><p>The 33-year-old will join a Dodgers bullpen that has five key relievers sidelined.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>PITCHER</th>
<th>INJURY</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Brusdar Graterol</td>
<td>Shoulder surgery</td>
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<td>Michael Grove</td>
<td>Shoulder surgery</td>
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<td>Michael Kopech</td>
<td>Knee surgery</td>
</tr>
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<td>Evan Phillips</td>
<td>TJ surgery</td>
</tr>
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<td>Tanner Scott</td>
<td>Elbow inflammation</td>
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</table></div></figure><p>Stewart pitched for Los Angeles between 2016 and 2019 after the team selected him in the sixth round of the 2014 draft.</p><p>The 28-year-old Outman finished third in NL Rookie of the Year voting in 2023 after hitting 23 homers and posting a .790 OPS. He's appeared in 22 games this season, hitting .103/.205/.282 with two homers and four RBIs.</p>

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 09: Brock Stewart #61 of the Minnesota Twins delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs in the seventh inning at Target Field on July 09, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Cubs 4-2.

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The Detroit Tigers acquired right-hander Kyle Finnegan from the Washington Nationals for right-ha...

<p>The Detroit Tigers acquired right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8441" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8441">Kyle Finnegan</a> from the Washington Nationals for right-handers Josh Randall and R.J. Sales, the teams announced Thursday.</p><p>Finnegan is the third bullpen arm acquired by the Tigers after they picked up <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5444" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5444">Paul Sewald</a> and Rafael Montero from the Cleveland Guardians and Atlanta Braves, respectively. </p><p>Sewald was transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room for Finnegan on the 40-man roster.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Detroit also traded for pitchers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8243" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8243">Chris Paddack</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11737" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11737">Randy Dobnak</a> on Monday.</p><p>The 33-year-old Finnegan posted a 4.38 ERA with 20 saves in 39 innings for the Nationals this season. He's saved 108 games for the Nationals since 2020.</p><p>Finnegan re-signed a one-year, $6-million deal with the Nationals in February, although his contract includes deferrals.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Quick contract note about Kyle Finnegan: The Nationals deferred Finnegan's one-year, $6 million contract this year. $2 million in 2027 and $2 million in 2029.<br><br>The Tigers will take on the prorated portion of each payment. So about 1/3 of each $2 million payment.</p>— Andrew Golden (@andrewcgolden) <a href="https://twitter.com/andrewcgolden/status/1950967578446405653?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 31, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Randall is the Tigers' No. 15 prospect, according to MLB Pipeline. The 22-year-old posted a 3.92 ERA in 17 minor-league starts this season.</p><p>Sales is also 22. A 10th-round pick in the 2024 draft, he recorded a 2.71 ERA and 1.12 WHIP in 66 1/3 innings for Single-A Lakeland.</p><p> </p>

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 11: Kyle Finnegan #67 of the Washington Nationals pitches against the Atlanta Braves at Nationals Park on September 11, 2024 in Washington, DC.

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<p>The Philadelphia Phillies are adding some big-time heat to the back of their bullpen.</p><p>Philadelphia acquired closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10794" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10794">Jhoan Duran</a> from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for right-handed pitching prospect Mick Abel and catching prospect Eduardo Tait, the teams announced Wednesday.</p><p>Abel is ranked as the No. 92 overall prospect on <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects/top100/">MLB.com</a>'s top 100, while Tait sits at No. 56.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Duran has been one of the top closers in baseball since debuting in 2022. The 27-year-old has saved 74 games in 83 chances for the Twins while recording a 2.47 ERA during his career.</p><p>The Dominican's most famous weapon is a devastating four-seam fastball that averages 100.2 mph. He pairs that pitch with a hard "splinker" - a splitter-sinker hybrid that averages 97.5 mph and generates a 26.5 whiff percentage - along with the occasional sweeper and knuckle-curve.</p><p>Duran should become a staple in the ninth inning for Philadelphia, as he's got another two years of arbitration eligibility remaining. He's earning $4.125 million this year.</p><p>The Phillies, who are in a dogfight with the New York Mets for NL East supremacy, desperately needed a top-tier closer to anchor their bullpen. Former All-Star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8362" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8362">Jordan Romano</a> was supposed to fill that role but has struggled to a 6.81 ERA over 42 outings. No Phillies reliever has more than eight saves this year.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Deal is official. Dave Dombrowski said that the Phillies see Jhoan Duran as their closer, a label they haven’t formally used in the past under Rob Thomson. He will join the team Friday.</p>— Lochlahn March (@lochlahn) <a href="https://twitter.com/lochlahn/status/1950718300184326153?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 31, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Duran's addition also counters the Mets' bullpen moves made earlier Wednesday. New York <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3318003" href="https://thescore.com/news/3318003">acquired</a> sidearming right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5041" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5041">Tyler Rogers</a> from the San Francisco Giants for three players and then reportedly <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3318096" href="https://thescore.com/news/3318096">swung</a> another blockbuster trade with the St. Louis Cardinals for relief ace <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9598" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9598">Ryan Helsley</a>.</p><p>President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said that Duran will likely be the Phillies' final reliever added before the deadline, according to <a href="https://x.com/MattGelb/status/1950718735485972742">Matt Gelb of The Athletic</a>. He's now turning his attention to adding some extra outfield help.</p><p>Abel, 23, was the Phillies' first-round pick in 2020 and made his big-league debut earlier this year. The Oregon native put up a 2.31 ERA with 81 strikeouts over 13 starts in Triple-A this season, but he's struggled to a 5.04 ERA over 25 innings in the majors. Abel's arsenal includes a hard fastball and a curveball with plenty of movement.</p><p>Tait, 18, was signed by the Phillies out of Panama in 2023. The organization recently promoted him from Low-A Clearwater to High-A Jersey Shore. Tait owns a .255/.319/.434 slash line with 11 homers and 57 RBIs across 82 combined games between the two levels.</p><p>The Twins are assigning Abel to Triple-A St. Paul and Tait to High-A Cedar Rapids, according to <a href="https://x.com/DanHayesMLB/status/1950716121935474706">Dan Hayes of The Athletic</a>.</p><p>With Duran traded, Minnesota appears less inclined to deal another of its sought-after relievers in Griffin Jax, according to <a href="https://x.com/Feinsand/status/1950688844875288786">Mark Feinsand of MLB.com</a>.</p>

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 09: Jhoan Duran #59 of the Minnesota Twins delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs in the ninth inning at Target Field on July 09, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Cubs 4-2.

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The New York Mets fortified their bullpen by acquiring right-hander Tyler Rogers from the San Fra...

<p>The New York Mets fortified their bullpen by acquiring right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5041" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5041">Tyler Rogers</a> from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13664" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13664">José Buttó</a>, right-hander Blade Tidwell, and outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17263" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17263">Drew Gilbert</a>, the teams announced.</p><p>Rogers is in the midst of a career year, authoring a 1.80 ERA in an MLB-leading 53 games. The workhorse has led his league in appearances on three other occasions during his seven-year career.</p><p>The 34-year-old sidearmer joins a Mets bullpen that's missing several pieces due to injury.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<td>Max Kranick</td>
<td>TJ surgery</td>
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<td>Dedniel Núñez</td>
<td>TJ surgery</td>
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<td>A.J. Minter</td>
<td>Lat surgery</td>
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<td>Drew Smith</td>
<td>TJ surgery</td>
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<td>Brandon Waddell</td>
<td>Hip impingement</td>
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<td>Danny Young</td>
<td>TJ surgery</td>
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</table></div></figure><p>Rogers is the twin brother of fellow big-league reliever <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5345" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5345">Taylor Rogers</a>, who was also traded Wednesday from the Cincinnati Reds to the Pittsburgh Pirates.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Fun trade deadline themes.<br><br>Twin brothers Taylor and Tyler Rogers were both traded on July 30. On the SNY broadcast, Gary Cohen said they are the fifth brothers to be traded on the same day.</p>— Matt Eddy (@MattEddyBA) <a href="https://twitter.com/MattEddyBA/status/1950675365157871938?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Buttó has been an effective bullpen arm for the Mets this season. The 27-year-old posted a 3.64 ERA and 3.37 FIP in 47 innings during his fourth campaign with New York.</p><p>The 24-year-old Gilbert was a first-round draft choice of the Houston Astros in 2022. The Mets acquired him from Houston in a 2023 deal involving <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/195" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/195">Justin Verlander</a>.</p><p>Gilbert slashed .255/.356/.455 with 14 home runs and 52 RBIs in the minors this season.</p><p>Tidwell was selected in the second round of the 2022 draft by the Mets. He appeared in four big-league games with New York (9.00 ERA) and also threw 79 Triple-A innings for Syracuse (4.10 ERA) this season.</p><p>The Giants designated right-hander Sean Hjelle for assignment to open a 40-man roster spot following the trade.</p>

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JULY 29: San Francisco Giants pitcher Tyler Rogers (71) throws a pitch during a MLB game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and San Francisco Giants, on July 29, 2025, at Oracle Park in San Francisco, CA.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates traded third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes to the Cincinnati Reds for shortstop p...

<p>The Pittsburgh Pirates traded third baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8237" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8237">Ke'Bryan Hayes</a> to the Cincinnati Reds for shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura, left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5345" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5345">Taylor Rogers</a>, and cash considerations, the teams announced Wednesday.</p><p>Hayes is widely regarded as one of the best defenders in baseball. The 28-year-old has recorded 91 defensive runs saved for the Pirates since debuting in 2020. He also won a NL Gold Glove in 2023 and is the front-runner to claim the award again this season.</p><p>At the plate, Hayes is slashing .236/.279/.290 with 36 RBIs in 100 games during the 2025 campaign. He owns a .676 OPS across six big-league seasons, with his best year coming in 2023 when he hit .271 with 15 homers.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Texan signed an eight-year, $70-million extension with the Pirates in April 2022. His contract also includes a $12-million club option for 2030 with a $6-million buyout.</p><p>Stafura was the Reds' No. 9 prospect, according to MLB Pipeline. The 20-year-old was a second-round draft choice in 2023. He slashed .262/.393/.411 with 48 RBIs and 28 steals in 88 games at Single-A.</p><p>The 34-year-old Rogers is in his 10th big-league season. The southpaw owns a 2.45 ERA and 9.3 K/9 in 40 appearances this campaign.</p>

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 16: Ke'Bryan Hayes #13 of the Pittsburgh Pirates warms up between innings against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on June 16, 2021 in Washington, DC.

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<p>The Los Angeles Angels acquired right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4200" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4200">Luis García</a> and left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3898" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3898">Andrew Chafin</a> from the Washington Nationals for first baseman Sam Brown and left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaabbl/players/10325" href="https://thescore.com/ncaabbl/players/10325">Jake Eder</a>, the teams announced Wednesday.</p><p>Left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10595" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10595">José Quijada</a> was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.</p><p>García, 38, joins the Angels for the third time in his career. He posted a 0.90 ERA in 10 appearances with the Nationals, with whom he signed in early July after being released by the Los Angeles Dodgers.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Meanwhile, the 35-year-old Chafin owns a 2.70 ERA and 3.75 FIP in 26 outings this season after signing with Washington in May.</p><p>Brown, 23, was a 12th-round pick by the Angels in 2023. The Washington State alum posted a .708 OPS with 40 RBIs in 363 plate appearances for Double-A Rocket City this season.</p><p>The 26-year-old Eder has nine games of big-league experience in which he's recorded a 4.87 ERA in 20 1/3 innings.</p><p>The Angels entered Wednesday four games out of a playoff spot with a 4.9% chance of making the postseason, according to FanGraphs.</p><p> </p>

MILWAUKEE, WI - JULY 11: Washington Nationals pitcher Luis García (9) pitches during a game between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Washington Nationals on July 11, 2025 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI.

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<p>The Colorado Rockies traded right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5139" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5139">Tyler Kinley</a> to the Atlanta Braves for right-hander Austin Smith, the teams announced Wednesday.</p><p>Kinley owns a 5.66 ERA and 9.6 K/9 in 49 appearances this season. The 34-year-old has spent the past six campaigns with the Rockies, authoring a 5.05 ERA and 4.25 FIP in that span.</p><p>Meanwhile, Smith owns a 4.31 ERA and 9.8 K/9 in the minors this season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Braves designated right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9822" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9822">Enyel De Los Santos</a> for assignment to create a 40-man roster spot for Kinley.</p><p>Injuries have plagued Atlanta of late: The team's entire Opening Day rotation, as well as several members of its bullpen, are on the IL.</p><p>Colorado could move three other relievers - <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17706" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17706">Seth Halvorsen</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13863" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13863">Jake Bird</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12775" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12775">Victor Vodnik</a> - before the trade deadline, Feinsand <a href="https://x.com/Feinsand/status/1950600599143125228">adds</a>. </p>

DENVER, COLORADO - JULY 4: Tyler Kinley #40 of the Colorado Rockies pitches in the ninth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Coors Field on July 4, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

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<p>The Chicago White Sox traded outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5662" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5662">Austin Slater</a> to the New York Yankees for minor-league right-hander Gage Ziehl, the teams announced Wednesday.</p><p>"I'm really excited to go and play for the Yankees," Slater said after learning of the trade, according to <a href="https://x.com/ChuckGarfien/status/1950586959266795754">Chuck Garfien of Chicago Sports Network</a>. "It's one of those teams as a kid you always dream about playing for, and they're in a race for the playoffs."</p><p>Slater is hitting .236/.299/.423 with five home runs and 11 RBIs in 51 games this season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The 32-year-old has hit left-handed pitching well throughout his career, posting a .798 OPS against southpaws. Slater owns an .859 OPS against lefties this campaign and hit all five of his homers off them. He also has defensive experience at first base.</p><p>The Yankees selected Ziehl, 22, in the fourth round of the 2024 draft. He owns a 4.15 ERA and 1.24 WHIP in 82 1/3 innings across three minor-league levels this season.</p><p>Slater is the Yankees' latest addition ahead of the July 31 trade deadline. New York also acquired third baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4985" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4985">Ryan McMahon</a> and utility player <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5078" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5078">Amed Rosario</a> over the last week.</p><p>The Yankees are playing without captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4773" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4773">Aaron Judge</a>, who is on the injured list with a flexor strain in his right elbow.</p><p>Slater was activated by the Yankees ahead of Wednesday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays but is not starting. To make room for him on the active roster, the team optioned catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11068" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11068">J.C. Escarra</a> to Triple-A.</p>

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 02: Chicago White Sox outfielder Austin Slater (15) celebrates after hitting a home run during the MLB game between the Chicago White Sox and the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 2, 2025 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA.

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<p>The Houston Astros are interested in reuniting with a former core piece ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.</p><p>Houston is showing interest in acquiring Minnesota Twins shortstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3992" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3992">Carlos Correa</a>, a source told <a href="https://x.com/brianmctaggart/status/1950552560785637820">MLB.com's Brian McTaggart</a>.</p><p>While the clubs have discussed a Correa trade, the sides remain far apart, and no deal is close, sources told <a href="https://x.com/JeffPassan/status/1950603712197701708">ESPN's Jeff Passan</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Correa has full control of his future, as he holds a full no-trade clause. However, the 30-year-old doesn't seem anxious to move on from the Twins, as he downplayed the trade talks following Wednesday's game.</p><p>"That's not something I think is serious right now. We'll see where everything goes," Correa told <a href="https://x.com/DanHayesMLB/status/1950664731875811438">Dan Hayes of The Athletic</a>. "But my goal has always been to be here and win here. I've been talking to (president of baseball operations Derek Falvey) and (manager Rocco Baldelli), and I'll be ready for the next series."</p><p>The Astros would presumably use Correa at third base with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9550" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9550">Isaac Paredes</a> sidelined with a strained hamstring. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12665" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12665">Jeremy Peña</a> is Houston's regular starter at shortstop and is expected to return soon after missing more than a month with a fractured rib.</p><p>Correa spent the first seven years of his career with the Astros after they selected him first overall in the 2012 draft. The Puerto Rican appeared in two All-Star Games and won a Platinum Glove and a World Series during his tenure in Houston.</p><p>The Puerto Rico native signed with the Twins in free agency ahead of the 2022 campaign. He nearly inked megadeals with the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets after opting out of his Twins contract in November 2022, but he returned to Minnesota on a six-year deal in free agency after the Giants and Mets expressed concern over his ankle, which was injured earlier in his career.</p><p>Correa is hitting .265/.317/.384 with seven home runs and 31 RBIs in 92 games this season while playing some of the worst defense of his career. </p><p>He's owed the remainder of his $36-million salary for this season and an additional $92 million until 2028. His contract also includes yearly club options from 2029 to 2032, and he has full no-trade protection.</p><p> </p>

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - APRIL 14: Carlos Correa #4 of the Minnesota Twins reacts to striking out against the New York Mets in the second inning at Target Field on April 14, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Mets defeated the Twins 5-1.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer left Monday's game against the Baltimore Orio...

<p>Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2931" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2931">George Springer</a> left Monday's game against the Baltimore Orioles after taking a 96-mph pitch to the head from right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15602" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15602">Kade Strowd</a>.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">George Springer walks off the field after taking a fastball to his helmet. <a href="https://t.co/rDpgW6qJcw">pic.twitter.com/rDpgW6qJcw</a></p>— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sportsnet/status/1950007116132946357?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Springer was down for several minutes before he was able to walk off the field with trainers.</p><p>The 35-year-old is undergoing further examination, but "is doing alright," manager John Schneider told <a href="https://x.com/ShiDavidi/status/1950010229870960770">Sportsnet's Shi Davidi</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Schneider said the ball hit Springer's shoulder before deflecting into his head and added the slugger was alert the whole time after being hit. </p><p>Springer is in the midst of one of the best seasons of his career, slashing .291/.383/.506 with 18 home runs, 57 RBIs, and 12 steals in 101 games.</p>

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JULY 28: George Springer #4 of the Toronto Blue Jays is injured after being hit by a pitch in the helmet by pitcher Kade Strowd #57 of the Baltimore Orioles (not pictured) during the ninth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 28, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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<p>Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3362" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3362">Eugenio Suárez</a> left Monday's game against the Detroit Tigers in the ninth inning after being hit by a 95.6-mph pitch on his hand.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Eugenio Suarez exited the game after being drilled in the hand by a pitch <a href="https://t.co/YFSxLr53iS">pic.twitter.com/YFSxLr53iS</a></p>— Talkin’ Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) <a href="https://twitter.com/TalkinBaseball_/status/1949995587048268002?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The veteran slugger grimaced in pain when his hand was inspected by training staff.</p><p>Suárez underwent X-rays, which revealed no fractures, according to <a href="https://x.com/EvanPetzold/status/1950005929547538826">Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>D-Backs manager Torey Lovullo said Suárez is considered day-to-day for now, according to <a href="https://x.com/CodyStavenhagen/status/1950001326546424288">The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen</a>.</p><p>"Good thing right now is we did the X-ray, and it was negative," Suarez said, according to <a href="https://x.com/CodyStavenhagen/status/1950008178617282830">Stavenhagen</a>. </p><p>"We got more tests to do tomorrow. Right now, it's painful, obviously. We'll see after tomorrow what else they're going to do. But right now, I'll do my best to try to be back soon."</p><p>Suárez is one of the top trade candidates ahead of the July 31 deadline. The 34-year-old leads the majors with 87 RBIs and is tied for fourth with 36 home runs.</p><p> </p>

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JULY 23: Eugenio Suárez #28 of the Arizona Diamondbacks looks on after a check swing call during the game against the Houston Astros at Chase Field on July 23, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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<p>The Tampa Bay Rays made two trades Monday, swapping catchers in separate deals involving the Milwaukee Brewers and Miami Marlins.</p><p>The Rays traded <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5445" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5445">Danny Jansen</a> and cash to the Brewers for minor-league infielder Jadher Areinamo, the teams announced.</p><p>"Erik (Neander, Rays president of baseball operations) has been nothing but transparent. He's been awesome about the whole process. Finding out today, it's definitely an odd thing - still being on the roster, but it's such a great group of guys here," Jansen said following the trade, according to <a href="https://x.com/Ry_Bass/status/1950026210882285944">Rays reporter Ryan Bass</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"It's never expected ... but nice to have some extended time with people and chat with them. It's a special group of people here, top to bottom, players and staff. I've really, really enjoyed my time here."</p><p>Milwaukee designated catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4550" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4550">Eric Haase</a> for assignment to make room for Jansen on the active roster.</p><p>Jansen is hitting .204/.314/.389 with 11 home runs and 29 RBIs in 73 games after signing a one-year, $8.5-million deal with the Rays in December.</p><p>This is the second consecutive season in which Jansen has been traded - the Toronto Blue Jays shipped him to the Boston Red Sox last July.</p><p>Tampa Bay followed the Jansen trade by acquiring backstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12871" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12871">Nick Fortes</a> from the Miami Marlins for minor-league outfielder Matthew Etzel.</p><p>Fortes owns a .240/.288/.349 slash line with two homers and 10 RBIs in 59 contests. He ranks in the 92nd percentile in blocks above average and isn't eligible for free agency until 2029.</p><p>Areinamo was slashing .297/.355/.463 with 11 home runs, 51 RBIs, and 15 steals for High-A Wisconsin before Monday's trade.</p><p>Etzel, 23, was hitting .230/.360/.347 at Double-A Montgomery prior to being dealt.</p>

TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 11: Danny Jansen #19 of the Tampa Bay Rays runs to second base after hitting an RBI double in the eighth inning against the Atlanta Braves at George M. Steinbrenner Field on April 11, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.

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<p>The Kansas City Royals expect All-Star left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10665" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10665">Kris Bubic</a> to miss the remainder of the 2025 season while he recovers from a rotator cuff strain, manager Matt Quatraro said Monday.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Royals are shutting down Kris Bubic, likely for rest of season, per manager Matt Quatraro. Bubic on how he’s handling it: <a href="https://t.co/FozmCdgWE2">pic.twitter.com/FozmCdgWE2</a></p>— Vahe Gregorian (@vgregorian) <a href="https://twitter.com/vgregorian/status/1949946595098628375?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 28, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Bubic was placed on the 15-day injured list with a left rotator cuff strain Sunday. </p><p>His injury doesn't require surgery but does need extended rest, according to <a href="https://x.com/SamMcDowell11/status/1949944804827107345">Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Bubic is expected to have a normal offseason, McDowell adds.</p><p>The 27-year-old was in the midst of a career year with a 2.55 ERA and 2.85 FIP in 116 1/3 innings.</p>

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 20: Kris Bubic #50 of the Kansas City Royals pitches during the first inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on July 20, 2025 in Miami, Florida.

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<p>The Minnesota Twins traded right-handers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8243" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8243">Chris Paddack</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11737" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11737">Randy Dobnak</a> to the Detroit Tigers for catching prospect Enrique Jimenez on Monday, the teams announced.</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays were also trying to get Paddack, reports <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/1949920434214097133">Jon Heyman of MLB Network</a>.</p><p>Paddack is slated to become a free agent at the end of the season. The 29-year-old owns a 4.95 ERA with 1.30 WHIP and 83 strikeouts over 111 innings (21 starts) this season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The 30-year-old Dobnak has authored a 4.86 ERA with 5.4 K/9 across a combined 140 2/3 innings during his five-year career. He's only made one appearance in 2025.</p><p>Jimenez, 19, can also man first base. He was playing rookie-level ball in the Tigers' minor-league system.</p><p>Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris also announced Monday that right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15420" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15420">Reese Olson</a> is out for the season with a shoulder strain, according to <a href="https://x.com/CodyStavenhagen/status/1949937506671325277">The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen</a>.</p><p>Olson's injury might have played a big role in the Tigers' trade for Paddack, Stavenhagen adds.</p><p>In other moves, the Tigers placed outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10655" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10655">Parker Meadows</a> on the 10-day IL with a right quad strain and recalled utility players Andy Ibáñez and Ryan Kreidler from Triple-A Toledo.</p>

DENVER, CO - JULY 18: Minnesota Twins pitcher Chris Paddack (20) pitches during a game between the Minnesota Twins and the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on July 18, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

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