Crowded Playoff Race Freezing Trade Deadline Activity
With two days until the deadline, only three teams per league are clearly out of contention, leaving most clubs uncertain on buy/sell direction.
MLB's trade market has stalled heading into the deadline because the playoff races are unusually tight. All but three teams in each league sit within 4.5 games of a postseason berth. That proximity is making it difficult for clubs to commit to buyer or seller roles. This weekend's results are expected to clarify the direction for several fence-sitting franchises.
More on the league wire.
Brewers brace for 17-game gauntlet with roster flexibility in mind
Milwaukee enters another grueling stretch run, with management signaling intentional roster moves and potential deadline additions to stay competitive.
Gausman Takes the Mound as Scheduled for Blue Jays
Manager John Schneider confirmed Gausman will start as planned, dismissing any notion he might be held back ahead of the trade deadline.
Jordan Hicks Gets Starting Nod for White Sox
The Chicago White Sox official account confirmed Jordan Hicks will start today's game.
Quinn Mathews Set for MLB Debut with Cardinals
The Cardinals' official account confirmed that pitching prospect Quinn Mathews is debuting today for St. Louis.
Cardinals DFA Tink Hence, Call Up Quinn Mathews for Toronto Debut
St. Louis clears 40-man space by designating Hence for assignment, with Mathews set to make his MLB debut against the Blue Jays.
Braves Recall James Karinchak to Active Roster
Atlanta adds bullpen depth by recalling right-hander James Karinchak in a corresponding roster move.