Early trade speculation connects New York to St. Louis Cardinals reliever Riley O'Brien, who has a 3.13 ERA across 15 games.
The Yankees previously acquired multiple bullpen pieces during the prior season's trade deadline to manage impending free agent departures.
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Cubs, Brewers, and Others in the Mix
The Chicago Cubs hold a 29-19 record in the National League Central despite multiple pitching staff injuries.
Starters Cade Horton and Matthew Boyd remain sidelined, while left-hander Justin Steele experienced a rehab setback.
According to ca. sports.
yahoo. com, the Cubs front office has initiated phone inquiries regarding available starting pitchers.
Their roster depth features nine hitters with a weighted runs created plus above 100 in at least 70 plate appearances.
The Milwaukee Brewers currently lead the National League Central after completing a series sweep against Chicago.
Milwaukee pitchers have used 11 different starting pitchers this season, allowing the second-fewest runs in the majors.
The Tampa Bay Rays lead the American League with 33 victories, recording a 19-5 home record. They lead the AL with a .
261 batting average and 53 stolen bases, despite hitting only 41 home runs.
The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the National League West at 29-19 despite roster injuries.
Outfielder Mookie Betts returned from the injured list after 14 games, while starting pitcher Blake Snell remains sidelined with loose bodies in his elbow.
The San Diego Padres are nine games over . 500 with a +3 run differential despite offensive struggles from core players.
Third baseman Manny Machado has a . 603 on-base plus slugging percentage, while outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. has not hit a home run.
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"Pencils down," said si. com, describing the definitive nature of performance benchmarks at this stage of the baseball calendar.
