We're keeping track of all the latest free agent and trade rumors. The 2024 MLB Trade Deadline is Tuesday at 6 p.m. ET.

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July 29: Orioles reportedly discussing Skubal, interested in Snell

With the Orioles still looking to add another top-line starter before the Deadline, MLB Network insider Jon Paul Morosi reports that Baltimore and Detroit remain in contact about a potential deal for Tarik Skubal, though they don't seem close to an agreement.

MLB Network insider Jon Heyman previously reported that the Orioles were remaining "aggressive" in their pursuit of more pitching, even after acquiring Zach Eflin from the Rays and Seranthony Domínguez from the Phillies.

Could that aggressive mentality, along with a farm system loaded with talent, prompt Baltimore to do whatever it takes to pry Skubal away from Detroit?

On Monday, Morosi said he thinks Skubal is "much more likely at this juncture to move than [White Sox left-hander] Garrett Crochet," another ace on the trade block.

"I'm not yet to the point where I feel like [the chance of] a Skubal trade is above 50%, but I think it's in that range," Morosi said.

However, a report from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic (subscription required) threw some cold water on the odds of a Skubal deal on Monday afternoon.

“No chance they move him,” one rival executive told Rosenthal. "They ain't trading him," another said.

Of course, the O's aren't putting all of their eggs in the Skubal basket. The club also has been linked to Detroit pitcher Jack Flaherty, who will cost far less to acquire than Skubal, considering he's a pending free agent. (Skubal is controllable through 2026.) Flaherty was acquired by the Orioles at last year's Deadline but went on to post a 6.75 ERA after the deal. He's looked like a different pitcher this season, posting a 2.95 ERA with a 7.0 K/BB ratio.

Meanwhile, Heyman reports that Baltimore is one of the teams that has checked in with the Giants about two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell, who is signed for $30 million in 2025 but can opt out to become a free agent this offseason.

The Orioles are also reportedly shopping at the top of the reliever market, with The Athletic's Jim Bowden reporting that they are one of the favorites to land closer Tanner Scott from the Marlins.

July 29: Yankees interested in Rays 1B Díaz (report)

First base has been a problematic position for the Yankees throughout the 2024 season. Their first basemen entered Monday night with a .635 OPS, fourth-worst in baseball.

Perhaps the Bronx Bombers can fill that need with a trade within the AL East. According to Brendan Kuty of The Athletic (subscription required), the Yankees continue to be interested in Rays first baseman and 2023 American League batting champion Yandy Díaz. Jack Curry of the YES Network previously reported that the Yankees have had conversations with the Rays regarding many of their players, including Díaz. More >

July 29: Will Giants hold onto Snell at the Trade Deadline?

Giants left-hander Blake Snell has become a popular name on the trade market, with MLB Network insider Jon Heyman reporting that at least six teams have shown interest in the southpaw. That includes the Yankees, who were linked to Snell in free agency this past winter, and the Padres, Snell's former team. The Cubs, who made the surprising move to trade for Isaac Paredes on Sunday, are also in the mix for Snell, per Heyman.

Two more potential Snell suitors emerged on Monday. First, Heyman reported that the Orioles have checked in with the Giants about the left-hander. Then SNY's Andy Martino wrote that the Mets checked in on Snell as well, but there has been no traction toward a deal.

In the end, The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal expects Snell to stay put while San Francisco potentially looks to add a bat to help with its postseason push, which received a boost in the form of a four-game sweep over the Rockies this past weekend. If the Giants do trade anyone, Rosenthal says it will likely come from their bullpen.

July 29: Dodgers, Braves among teams in the mix for Crochet (report)

Few contenders need to add starting pitching as badly as the Dodgers and Braves. And both reportedly have their eyes on Crochet.

The Los Angeles Times' Jack Harris reported Monday that the Dodgers remain interested in Crochet even after being involved in a three-team trade earlier in the day that landed them White Sox reliever Michael Kopech and Cardinals versatile switch-hitter Tommy Edman.

Meanwhile, the Braves, with their injury-ravaged rotation, are "considering" the All-Star and AL strikeout leader, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman. More >

July 29: Astros to acquire LHP Kikuchi (per source); will they target another SP?

Over the past few days, the Astros have watched as the Mariners, the team they are battling at the top of the AL West, have improved their roster with the additions of outfielder Randy Arozarena, designated hitter Justin Turner and high-leverage reliever Yimi García.

Houston responded Monday by addressing one of its biggest areas of need: starting pitcher. The Astros acquired Blue Jays left-hander Yusei Kikuchi in a deal that includes right-handed pitcher Jake Bloss, outfielder Joey Loperfido and infielder Will Wagner (per source). Bloss and Wagner are the club's No. 9 and No. 13 prospects, respectively, per MLB Pipeline. Loperfido, who made his big league debut in April, was Houston's No. 6 prospect at the start of the year.

Kikuchi, 33, is a free agent at the end of this year and owns a 4.75 ERA, but his expected ERA (3.98) says he has been a little unfortunate this season. Plus, his walk rate (6%) and strikeout rate (26.2%) are well above the league average.

The Astros' rotation has been severely hampered by injuries this year. Justin Verlander, Luis Garcia, Cristian Javier, José Urquidy and Lance McCullers Jr., are on the IL, with Javier, Urquidy and maybe McCullers out for the season. J.P. France, who began the year in the rotation, was injured at Triple-A and had season-ending surgery. So while Kikuchi bolsters the staff, it may not be enough. General manager Dana Brown has said he would ideally like to add two starters prior to Tuesday's Trade Deadline.

A possible option could be Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty, another rental player. MLB.com's Brian McTaggart reported over the weekend that Houston has talked about acquiring Flaherty.

July 29: What's next for Dodgers after acquiring Kopech, Edman, Rosario?

On Monday, the Dodgers were involved in a three-team trade with the Cardinals and White Sox that sent both Tommy Edman and Michael Kopech to Los Angeles, with Erick Fedde landing in St. Louis and a package of young players/prospects going to Chicago. The versatile Edman solves the Dodgers' need for someone who can play shortstop and could also be a fit in center field or at second base. Meanwhile, Kopech will give L.A. a high-upside relief arm.

In a separate trade later on Monday, the Dodgers also acquired Amed Rosario from the Rays. Rosario, another hitter who can play in the infield and outfield, returns for his second stint with Los Angeles, which dealt for him from the Guardians at last year's Trade Deadline.

Next up for the the Dodgers? Bolstering their injury-ravaged rotation. They could make a move for one of the best starters on the trade block in White Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet. The Los Angeles Times' Jack Harris reports that the Dodgers are "still in play" for Crochet. More >

July 29: Will Scott end up with one of these five teams?

Marlins closer Tanner Scott has a robust market prior to the Trade Deadline, with one source telling MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand that “virtually every contender” has been in on the left-hander to some degree. However, The Athletic's Jim Bowden thinks Scott will end up landing with one of four teams: the Yankees, Orioles, Red Sox or Royals.

Per Bowden, those are the four teams leading the pack in the race to acquire Scott. Then on Monday night, FanSided's Robert Murray reported that the Mets have also expressed interest in Scott.

We’ve already seen a number of relievers traded for healthy prospect packages, including Carlos Estévez (from the Angels to the Phillies), Jason Adam (from the Rays to the Padres), Hunter Harvey (from the Nationals to the Royals), but Scott is expected to fetch the largest return of anyone in the reliever market, assuming injured A’s closer Mason Miller isn’t moved.

July 29: Strong market building for Flaherty

With the Tigers’ Tarik Skubal and White Sox Garrett Crochet uncertain to be dealt, Detroit right-hander Jack Flaherty might be the best starter moved prior to Tuesday's Trade Deadline. Fittingly, he’s drawing a ton of interest, with SNY’s Andy Martino reporting that the Orioles, Guardians and Dodgers are among the teams vying for the rental starter.

Per Martino, the Yankees are another possible contender for Flaherty. MLB Network insider Joel Sherman also linked the Bronx Bombers to Flaherty on Saturday, reporting that New York has inquired about the right-hander.

Sources told The Athletic's Dennis Lin and Chad Jennings (subscription required) that the Padres have spoken with the Tigers regarding Flaherty as well.

Martino and MLB.com's Brian McTaggart had reported that the Astros talked about acquiring Flaherty. Houston reached a deal on Monday to acquire Blue Jays starter Yusei Kikuchi (per source), but it remains to be seen if that will halt the club's pursuit of the Tigers' hurler. The Astros might continue searching for more help with its injury-marred rotation.

The Orioles already added a starting pitcher when they acquired Zach Eflin from the Rays on Friday, but MLB Network insider Jon Heyman reports that they are staying aggressive in pursuit of pitching. According to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal (subscription required), Baltimore isn't opposed to adding a rental starter.

It will be interesting to see if the O's are willing to go back to the well with Flaherty after acquiring him from the Cardinals at last year's Deadline. Flaherty went on to post a 6.75 ERA after the trade, but he looks like a different pitcher this season, recording a 2.95 ERA with a 7.0 K/BB ratio over 106 2/3 innings.

July 29: Could Flaherty trade lead Yanks to deal Nestor?

According to USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the Yankees are in "extensive talks" with Detroit for to acquire right-handed starter Jack Flaherty. SNY's Andy Martino and MLB Network insider Joel Sherman have linked the Yanks with Flaherty in recent days, so a match there wouldn't be too surprising at this point.

However, Nightengale adds that if there is a match between the Yanks and Tigers for Flaherty, the Yankees then plan to trade starting pitcher Nestor Cortes.

Earlier on Monday, MLB Network insider Jon Heyman said, “Cortes is a name that’s definitely out there.”

July 29: Is Mariners’ lineup set after Turner deal?

After adding Randy Arozarena in a trade with the Rays last week, the Mariners made another move for a bat on Monday, swinging a deal with the Blue Jays for Justin Turner.

Turner could take over as Seattle’s starting first baseman in place of Ty France, who was traded to the Reds on Monday after being designated for assignment. Seattle’s move to add Turner would seem to rule out a larger deal for Blue Jays star slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

The Blue Jays reportedly aren't shopping Guerrero, but MLB Network insider Jon Paul Morosi said earlier Monday that he didn’t think Toronto had completely closed the door on trading the slugging first baseman if another team “overwhelmed” them with an offer.

In Morosi’s view, the Mariners were perhaps the club most likely to meet Toronto's asking price for Guerrero. However, now that they've followed up the addition of Arozarena with a deal for Turner, the chances of them going after Guerrero have further diminished.

July 29: Are Rangers shifting to selling after weekend sweep?

What a difference a few days made for the World Series champion Rangers. On Friday, there were riding high as winners of five straight games heading into their weekend series in Toronto.

But that's where Texas' momentum was stopped in its tracks as the Blue Jays, dwelling in the AL East cellar, won all three games. The defeats increased the Rangers' deficits in the AL West (from 3 1/2 games to 4 1/2) and the Wild Card race (from five games to six). They may have also increased the likelihood that the Rangers will be looking to sell ahead of Tuesday's Trade Deadline.

At least one Rangers veteran is on the move, with Texas dealing Michael Lorenzen (an impending free agent) to the Royals on Monday morning, but it remains to be seen if the club will trade anyone else of note.

On Sunday, MLB Network insider Joel Sherman wrote in an article for the New York Post that the Rangers "would consider dealing" starters Nathan Eovaldi, Andrew Heaney and Max Scherzer in addition to Lorenzen if they committed to selling. Relievers José Leclerc, David Robertson and Kirby Yates -- a 2024 All-Star -- could also be available.

Like Lorenzen, all of those pitchers can become free agents at the end of this season. Heaney, Scherzer, Leclerc, Robertson and Yates are all on expiring contracts. Eovaldi, meanwhile, needs to throw 50 more innings in order for his 2025 player option ($20 million) to vest. But even if he does it, he'll likely decline the option to test free agency.

Lorenzen, 32, has pitched to a 3.81 ERA over 101 2/3 innings this season. He was traded at last year's Deadline from the Tigers to the Phillies and made history by throwing a no-hitter in his first home start with Philadelphia.

Scherzer was also on the move last summer as the Mets dealt him to the Rangers. The 40-year-old recently said he would not waive his no-trade clause if he was involved in a deal this year. Offseason back surgery delayed Scherzer's season debut until June. He has made seven starts so far this season and gave up only one run while striking out nine over six innings in his most recent start on Thursday.