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San Francisco Giants pitcher Logan Webb on the mound, exuding confidence, with the city skyline subtly visible in the background.

Giants retain Logan Webb, other pieces on the block

Despite the San Francisco Giants holding the second-worst record in the National League, team legend Buster Posey explicitly shut down any notion of trading ace Logan Webb, according to Mlbtraderumors

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 24· 2 min
Chicago Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera being attended to by medical staff after sustaining a left leg injury while stretching for a throw at first base.

Edward Cabrera placed on injured list with left leg issue

Just days after receiving 'encouraging' MRI results on his right elbow, Chicago Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera was carted off the field with a new left leg injury while stretching for a throw at first ba

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 24· 2 min
Atlanta Braves player Mauricio Dubon on a baseball field at dusk, with a contract document subtly visible in the background.

Braves considering Mauricio Dubon contract extension

Mauricio Dubón, currently on a one-year deal worth $6.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 23· 2 min
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman is helped off the field after suffering a head injury and being placed on the concussion IL.

Orioles Place Adley Rutschman on Concussion IL

Star catcher Adley Rutschman was hit in the head running to first base during Thursday's game in Seattle, leading to his placement on the 7-day concussion injured list.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 21· 2 min
Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton stands on the field, looking determined amidst trade speculation, affirming his commitment to the team.

Buxton declares "I'm a Twin" amid trade speculation

Byron Buxton, hitting .

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 19· 2 min
Shinnosuke Ogasawara, former Washington Nationals pitcher, shown making a decision between MLB and NPB, ultimately signing with the Yomiuri Giants.

Shinnosuke Ogasawara signs with Yomiuri Giants after Nationals release

Just months after securing a two-year, $3.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 19· 2 min
Seattle Mariners pitcher Matt Brash walking off the mound with a dejected expression, symbolizing the team's injury struggles.

Seattle Mariners place pitcher Matt Brash on IL

For the second time in a month, Seattle Mariners pitcher Matt Brash has been placed on the 15-day injured list, signaling a deepening crisis of player availability for the team.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 15· 2 min
Dejected baseball player Omar Martinez watches a ball fly out of a minor league stadium after being outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Omar Martinez cleared waivers, outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake

After recording a single in his very first MLB at-bat, catcher Omar Martinez was outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake just weeks later, a stark reminder of the brutal churn on the Angels' 40-man roster.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 14· 2 min
Jerar Encarnacion, the newly signed first baseman for the Yokohama BayStars, poses on a baseball field with the stadium lights on and the city skyline in the background.

Yokohama BayStars Sign Jerar Encarnacion for 2026 Season

The Yokohama DeNA BayStars officially confirmed Friday the signing of first baseman Jerar Encarnacion to an $800,000 contract for the 2026 season.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 12· 2 min
Baseball pitcher Jack Kochanowicz looking somber as he walks off the mound, symbolizing the impact of his Tommy John surgery diagnosis.

Jack Kochanowicz sidelined for Tommy John surgery

Jack Kochanowicz's promising career hit a major roadblock Tuesday.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 10· 2 min
Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon is shown in pain on the mound, clutching his hamstring after suffering an injury during a game.

Jameson Taillon lands on injured list with hamstring strain

After just one inning on Sunday, Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon exited his start with a strained hamstring, sidelining him until after the All-Star break.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 10· 2 min
Houston Astros General Manager Dana Brown firmly states there are no trade discussions for star slugger Yordan Alvarez, emphasizing team commitment.

Astros GM Dana Brown: No Trade Talks for Yordan Alvarez

Despite a challenging start to the 2026 season, Houston Astros General Manager Dana Brown has declared the team has had "zero internal discussions" about trading their MVP-caliber slugger Yordan Alvar

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 9· 2 min
Struggling Red Sox pitcher Brayan Bello walking off a minor league baseball mound after a difficult outing.

Red Sox option struggling pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple-A

On Thursday, Brayan Bello allowed six runs in the first inning during an 8-2 loss to the Orioles, a performance that directly led to his demotion to Triple-A, according to Boston Herald and MLB .

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 5· 2 min
Santiago Espinal signing a new contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, highlighting the team's strategic contract flexibility.

Dodgers Sign Santiago Espinal to New Contract in 2026

Just days after being outrighted to Triple-A, Santiago Espinal was re-signed by the Dodgers with a new clause allowing the team to release him within 45 days without paying his full salary, according

Rachel Goldberg· May 30· 2 min
Baseball player Brandon Lowe at bat, representing the increased value of controllable assets in a weak MLB free agent market.

Controllable MLB bats boost value amid weak free agent class

Brandon Lowe, not eligible for free agency until 2027, is on pace to match his career-high 39 home runs from 2021, positioning him as a premier trade asset.

Rachel Goldberg· May 30· 2 min
A dimly lit baseball bullpen with empty chairs and equipment, juxtaposed against a scoreboard displaying a long shutout streak, symbolizing underlying struggles.

Dodgers Bullpen Struggles: The Reality Behind the Streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers' bullpen has thrown 36 straight shutout innings, the longest streak in franchise history since at least 1901, according to AP News .

Rachel Goldberg· May 25· 2 min
Antonio Senzatela, a pitcher for the Colorado Rockies, in a relief pitching stance on a baseball mound under stadium lights.

Padres Show Interest in Pitcher Antonio Senzatela

After posting a dismal 7.

Rachel Goldberg· May 25· 2 min
A vintage microphone placed on a baseball field at sunset, with sound waves emanating, representing listener questions for the MLBTR podcast.

MLBTR Podcast Asks for Listener Questions for Upcoming Episode

For the first time, MLB Trade Rumors podcast listeners can have their own voice featured on the upcoming Wednesday episode by submitting audio questions.

Rachel Goldberg· May 25· 2 min
Tampa Bay Rays players look dejected in the dugout after a significant loss to the Baltimore Orioles, with the scoreboard reflecting the score.

Rays' Defeat Highlights Carson Williams' Mixed Results

The Tampa Bay Rays, a team known for its player development prowess, suffered a brutal 16-6 defeat to the Baltimore Orioles on May 18, 2026.

Rachel Goldberg· May 23· 2 min
Minnesota Twins player Luis Garcia is designated for assignment as Taj Bradley is reinstated from the injured list, highlighting a significant roster change.

Twins designate Luis Garcia, reinstate Taj Bradley from IL

RHP Luis García was designated for assignment by the Minnesota Twins after struggling to a 10.

Rachel Goldberg· May 23· 2 min
Boston Red Sox manager and players in the dugout during a slump, looking at offensive statistics on a tablet.

Red Sox Pursue Offensive Player Trades Amidst Slumping Season

Despite boasting the No.

Rachel Goldberg· May 23· 2 min
Baseball players in a dugout discussing contracts, with team executives in the background, symbolizing uncertain future roster changes for the NL Central.

2026-27 NL Central club options analysis reveals team changes

Despite a $7.5 million mutual option for 2026-27, catcher Carson Kelly is expected to decline it, pursuing a new deal after outperforming his current contract, according to Mlbtraderumors . This decis

Rachel Goldberg· May 21· 2 min
Chicago Cubs pitcher Christian Roa in action on the mound during a baseball game under stadium lights.

Cubs claim pitcher Christian Roa off waivers from Orioles

On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs claimed right-handed pitcher Christian Roa off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles, a player the Orioles had designated for assignment just two days prior, according to CBS

Rachel Goldberg· May 18· 2 min