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Newsweek
15 hours ago
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- Newsweek
Cubs Predicted to Land Marlins Rising Star in 'Bold' Deadline Trade
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Chicago Cubs have only two days remaining to address their biggest weakness. In comparison to the other National League contenders, the Cubs have a shaky starting rotation. Matthew Boyd and Shota Imanaga are the only two current pitchers Chicago should feel confident starting in a playoff game, and even those two have been roughed up recently. That's why it makes sense for the Cubs to pursue impact starters, especially if they are under team control beyond the current season. There are some intriguing prospects approaching the rotation, but they shouldn't be counted on to pick up the slack alone in future years. MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 6: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins walks off the mound in the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at loanDepot Park on July 6, 2025 in Miami, Florida. MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 6: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins walks off the mound in the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at loanDepot Park on July 6, 2025 in Miami, Florida.) Edward Cabrera of the Miami Marlins could be the perfect fit, as he's under contract through the 2028 season. And one baseball insider thinks the Cubs will make that fit come to fruition. On Tuesday, Jim Bowden of The Athletic included Cabrera to the Cubs as one of his "bold predictions." "The Cubs have been focused on the top of the starting pitching market, including MacKenzie Gore, Sandy Alcantara, Edward Cabrera, Mitch Keller, Merrill Kelly and Zac Gallen," wrote Bowden earlier in the piece. The 27-year-old Cabrera has unique stuff: a change-up that can top out at 96 miles per hour and 98th percentile breaking ball run value. He's now got a 3.35 ERA in 18 starts this season, tracking for his best year yet in the majors. One thing to keep an eye on, though, is that Cabrera has never exceeded 100 innings in a major league season, due at times to injuries and at others to inconsistency. He's currently at 94 innings, so the talented righty will soon be in uncharted territory. More MLB: Dodgers Should Pursue Orioles' 'Hidden Gem' in Last-Minute Deadline Deal
Newsweek
2 days ago
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- Newsweek
Cubs, Red Sox Showing 'Interest' In Potential Blockbuster Trade For Young Star Pitcher, Per Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox are two of the better teams in baseball this year. Both teams will likely be big-time buyers at the trade deadline. But their similarities don't end there. The Cubs and Red Sox will likely compete for similar trade targets, as both teams have similar needs. Remember, these two sides battled in the offseason Alex Bregman sweepstakes as they both fought to sign Bregman in free agency. Now, both teams need starting pitching at the trade deadline, and they're reportedly eyeing the same pitching target on the trade block. According to sports reporter Ari Alexander, the Red Sox and Cubs are both showing interest in a potential blockbuster deal for Miami Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera. BALTIMORE, MD - JULY 11: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins pitches during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 11, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. BALTIMORE, MD - JULY 11: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins pitches during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 11, 2025 in Baltimore, 27, holds a 3.48 ERA, 3.55 FIP, and 1.23 WHIP in 88 innings across 17 starts for the Marlins this year. He's under team control until 2029, as he enters his first year of arbitration after this season. The righty has flashed ace potential at times during his impressive 1.9 WAR campaign. The Red Sox could use another top pitcher to pair with Garrett Crochet at the top of the rotation. Adding a controllable talent is crucial for the Red Sox because their World Series window is open for years to come, not just this season. The Cubs need to add a controllable ace, too. Chicago has brought in a lot of expiring talent, including Ryan Pressly and Kyle Tucker. Adding more expiring talent wouldn't kill them, but it could make for a rough offseason if all their players depart in free agency. Adding Cabrera would guarantee they land more than a rental. Expect Cabrera to net the Marlins a blockbuster return if he's traded. His talent, potential, and controllability make him a very valuable asset on the trade block. More MLB: Padres' Trade Deadline Takes Wild Turn After Red Sox's Jarren Duran Decision
Newsweek
4 days ago
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- Newsweek
Edward Cabrera Blockbuster? Astros Trade Rumors Reaching New High
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Bleacher Report's Zachary Rymer recently suggested the Houston Astros could swing a blockbuster trade deadline deal for Miami Marlins hurler Edward Cabrera in the coming days. It's the sort of deal that could make sense for both teams. "The catch with Cabrera is that injuries are a near-constant worry, even amid what has thus far been a healthy season for him. He had an elbow scare in June. And yet, dominance has been the other theme of his season since the calendar turned to May," Rymer wrote in a matchmaker column for Bleacher Report. "He's posted a 2.47 ERA in his last 13 starts, with 53 more strikeouts than walks. "What is undeniable, though, is Houston needs another solid starter to pair with Hunter Brown and Framber Valdez. And whoever it gets will hopefully be sticking around, as Valdez is a free agent at year's end. Cabrera checks these boxes, and his affordability is crucial for the Astros." MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 22: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins pitches against the San Diego Padres in the first inning at loanDepot park on July 22, 2025 in Miami, Florida. MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 22: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins pitches against the San Diego Padres in the first inning at loanDepot park on July 22, 2025 in Miami, Astros need to make some moves this year. They've won a lot of games, but it seems like it's only a matter of time before this roster begins to fall apart, especially if injuries continue to destroy the top players. With Valdez likely heading elsewhere at the end of the year, the Astros need to find a starting pitcher to replace him going forward. Cabrera would be the perfect addition for the Astros. When he's healthy and rolling, he looks as good as any young pitcher in the game. Obviously, injuries are a part of the game, but they've been especially prevalent with Cabrera. However, the Astros shouldn't, and likely won't, let those concerns deter them from going after Cabrera. If the front office is willing to cut ties with a loaded prospect haul, this is the kind of deal that would help the Astros, who entered the day with a five-game lead in the American League West, secure the division and solidify themselves for October. More MLB: Red Sox Trade Brewing? Why Latest Deadline Rumors Make Sense For Boston
New York Times
5 days ago
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- New York Times
Five MLB deadline trades I'd like to see, starting with a stunning three-team deal
With less than a week until the MLB trade deadline, let's ponder what could await once all 30 teams start wheeling and dealing. The Mariners and Diamondbacks got things going Thursday night, with Seattle acquiring a big bat in Josh Naylor for two prospects. So, what's the next major deal? Just for fun, here are five trades I'd like to see happen between now and July 31. Keep in mind these are not trades that I have confirmed are being discussed between teams; they are simply deal concepts I'm suggesting for everyone to consider and critique. Please use the comments section to let me know what trades you'd like to see or how you would alter my trade ideas if you were one of the two sides. Red Sox get: RHP Edward Cabrera from Marlins Padres get: LF Jarren Duran from Red Sox Marlins get: C Ethan Salas from Padres, RHP Luis Perales from Red Sox The Red Sox need another solid starter to put alongside Garrett Crochet, Brayan Bello and Lucas Giolito in the top part of their rotation. Enter Cabrera, who would give them a legitimate shot to win the division or maintain a wild-card spot while improving their chances of winning a playoff series. He's logged a 3.48 ERA over 17 starts with 92 strikeouts in 88 innings. The Sox would need to be satisfied with Cabrera's medical reports, for the short and long term, as the 27-year-old recently underwent an MRI on his right elbow and has dealt with various injuries in recent years. Cabrera is under team control through the 2028 season. Advertisement The Padres would land another difference-making bat, one that would arguably give them the best and most athletic outfield in the sport with Fernando Tatis Jr. in right, Jackson Merrill in center and Duran in left. Duran's combination of power and speed would significantly lengthen their lineup and give them a solid shot to catch the Dodgers, who they trail by five games in the National League West. Duran, 28, has an $8 million team option for 2026. The Marlins would get their long-term answer at catcher in Salas, and Perales has similar long-term potential to Cabrera. Salas, 19, is already at Double A, though he's been sidelined since mid-April with a lower back injury. Perales, 22, underwent Tommy John surgery last July. He posted a 2.94 ERA over nine starts in High A and Double A last season. The prospects' additional years of team control, distance from arbitration and the Marlins' timetable for contention would make the fit work for Miami. Cubs get: RHP Mitch Keller Pirates get: OF Owen Caissie, INF Cristian Hernandez Justin Steele's season-ending elbow surgery in April left the Cubs in desperate need of a starter, and Keller could be one of the best dealt at this deadline. They need to bolster their rotation to hold off the surging Brewers and win the NL Central. Keller has a 3.53 ERA and 1.16 WHIP over 21 starts, with 97 strikeouts in 125 innings. He's made 29 or more starts in each of the past three seasons. Keller, 29, is making $15.4 million this year and will be owed $55.7 million over the next three years of his contract. The Pirates need to add offense, especially power, to their lineup. They rank last in the majors in runs scored and home runs. Caissie, whom major-league executives identified in our early July survey as the most-likely prospect to be traded at the deadline, appears to be major-league-ready. The 23-year-old has slashed .278/.379/.569 this season in Triple A with 23 doubles and 20 home runs, and he could go right into the Pirates' lineup. Hernandez, 21, is a speedy middle infielder who profiles as a leadoff hitter once fully developed. He has batted .272 with 36 steals this season in High A. Advertisement Yankees get: 3B Maikel Garcia Royals get: OF Jasson Domínguez If the Yankees can't land Eugenio Suárez from the Diamondbacks, then Garcia would be a solid pivot. The first-time All-Star is slashing .291/.345/.440 with 26 doubles, eight home runs and 19 stolen bases (in 28 attempts; he's been caught stealing nine times, which leads the majors). Defensively, he ranks in the 89th percentile in outs above average (range) and in the 78th percentile in arm strength, according to Statcast. Garcia, 25, is under team control through the 2029 season. In return, the Royals would get Domínguez and could lock in the rookie as their future left fielder. Domínguez, 22, has slashed .253/.328/.406 with nine homers, 15 doubles and 14 steals (in 16 attempts). He is not fully developed but should eventually be a 20-to-25-homer corner outfielder. Domínguez, 22, is under team control through 2030. The Yankees could afford to trade him because outfield prospect Spencer Jones is major-league-ready and they would still have Aaron Judge in right, Trent Grisham in center and Cody Bellinger in left. Dodgers get: RHP Jhoan Duran, RHP Griffin Jax, UTIL Willi Castro Twins get: OF Josue De Paula, LHP Jackson Ferris, RHP Bobby Miller, OF Jaron Elkins When they constructed this roster, the Dodgers probably didn't think they'd need to improve the bullpen at the trade deadline. They spent the offseason loading up on relievers, but their plans were foiled by injuries. So, with an opportunity to go back-to-back as World Series champions, perhaps they push their chips in for two impact relievers in one deal. Duran has 15 saves and a 1.94 ERA over 46 appearances thanks to his overpowering triple-digit fastball. He would immediately become the Dodgers' closer. Jax has 68 strikeouts in 44 innings with a 4.09 ERA and 1.23 WHIP, after logging a 2.03 ERA and 0.87 WHIP last season. Both are under team control through 2027. Advertisement In addition, the Dodgers would land Castro, a valuable utilityman who can play all over the field and protect them against future injuries. Los Angeles always looks to acquire positional flexibility. Castro has a 112 OPS+ and will be a free agent after this season. In return, the Twins would land a haul. They'd get a future middle-of-the-order impact bat in De Paula, who needs a lot of work defensively but has a chance to develop into an All-Star bat with power. De Paula, 20, is No. 17 in Keith Law's new ranking of the game's top prospects. They'd also get Ferris, who profiles as a mid-rotation starter but is still a couple of years away, and Miller, 26, a reclamation project who could benefit from a change of scenery. Elkins, a 20-year-old outfielder at High A, would be a throw-in to close the deal. But the key to the trade for the Twins would be De Paula, who has slashed .262/.409/.416 with 10 homers and 28 steals this season in High A. Reds get: 3B Eugenio Suárez Diamondbacks get: 3B Cam Collier, RHP Chase Petty, LHP Adam Serwinowski The Reds have the pitching to make the playoffs as a wild-card team but lack that one power hitter to get them there. Acquiring Suárez would be a game-changer for their lineup and drastically improve their chances of playing in October. Suárez looks like he'll be the biggest bat traded at the deadline, and contenders are lining up in hopes of landing him. He has slashed .252/.325/.593 with 36 home runs and a majors-leading 86 RBIs. Only Cal Raleigh, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani have hit more home runs than Suárez, who will be a free agent after this season. In return, the D-Backs would add vital pitching depth to their roster in Petty, a 100-mph arm who has posted a 4.14 ERA over 15 Triple-A starts this season, and Serwinowski, who has struck out 86 in 70 innings this year in High A. Petty, 22, allowed 14 runs in six innings over three appearances with the Reds this season. Collier should eventually end up being the headliner in the deal for Arizona. He has slashed .299/.422/.414 with 12 doubles and two homers in 211 plate appearances this season across three minor-league levels. Last season, he hit 20 homers with 74 RBIs in High A and was named MVP of the Futures Game. Collier, 20, was sidelined to begin this season due to a left thumb injury, sustained in spring training, that required surgery. (Top photo of Jarren Duran: Michael Reaves / Getty Images)
Newsweek
7 days ago
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- Newsweek
Dodgers Set To Battle Mets In Trade Deadline Sweepstakes For Young Ace?
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. ESPN's Jeff Passan recently suggested the Miami Marlins could trade their 27-year-old starting pitcher Edward Cabrera ahead of the trade deadline. When talking about potential suitors, Passan listed the New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers among the "best fits" in a blockbuster deal for the righty. "All the potential the Marlins have seen in the 27-year-old right-hander is finally coming into focus this season," Passan wrote. "While his 97 mph fastball gets hitters' attention, it's Cabrera's curveball and slider doing most of the work. And with a changeup that in years past has been his best pitch, Cabrera will be pricey because of the full arsenal and three more years of club control." MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 6: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins reacts in the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at loanDepot Park on July 6, 2025 in Miami, Florida. MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 6: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins reacts in the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at loanDepot Park on July 6, 2025 in Miami, Florida. Jasen Vinlove/The Dodgers need to add pitching to their big league roster as badly as any team in the game. As of now, their starting rotation is averaging well below five innings pitched per start. The bullpen is also struggling to stay healthy, which makes the starting rotation that much more important. The Dodgers could cut ties with prospects like Bobby Miller and James Outman to make a deal happen. They could even use Dalton Rushing as trade bait in order to land Cabrera. The Mets' rotation has struggled, too. If they're going to win the World Series, they're going to need to make some additions to the pitching staff. The issue with the Mets is they're in the Marlins' division. With Cabrera pitching as well as he is, it's hard to imagine the Marlins would be willing to trade him within the National League East. Either way, these two NL powerhouses will be battling it out for the next few months, whether it be for the same trade target or in the postseason. More MLB: Guardians Make Steven Kwan Trade Decision Amid Rumors, Per Insider
