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The transaction market is heating up quickly
Dave Dombroski said that discussions are moving faster than in the past.
One @MLB trend to watch:
Trade activity is starting early this year.
Dave Dombrowski said yesterday:
“I've had trade conversations earlier than I ever have . . . Other clubs haven't been doing very well, either. Clubs have been calling around.”
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) April 29, 2026
Why? Because many clubs need help.
MLB panic meter: Which struggling teams have the most to worry about?
The Red Sox, Mets, and Phillies aren't the only clubs off to disappointing starts. https://t.co/ut9FMNTMcd
— Buster Olney (@Buster_ESPN) April 29, 2026
Garrett Crochet injured
He has shoulder pain. Nate Eaton takes his place in the 26-man roster.
Garrett Crochet to IL with left shoulder inflammation.
— Christopher Smith (@SmittyOnMLB) April 29, 2026
Randal Grichuk DFA
The Yankees are moving on.
Prior to today's game, the Yankees made the following roster moves:
• Recalled RHP Elmer Rodríguez (#71) from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
• Designated OF Randal Grichuk for assignment.— New York Yankees (@Yankees) April 29, 2026
Alex Cora and the Phillies
Does he really want to join a team whose window of opportunity is closing?
If Dave Dombrowski's Phillies can't be fixed, Alex Cora might think twice about taking a second offer. Column: https://t.co/0N9G3rIJBy
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) April 28, 2026
Jose Berrios is getting closer
Next Monday, he could pitch for the Blue Jays.
The Blue Jays will speak with Jose Berrios about how he's feeling after last night's AAA start.
Either he'll start Monday @ TB or it'll be Eric Lauer
— Ben Nicholson-Smith (@bnicholsonsmith) April 29, 2026
Things are going well for the Rays
They have a 13-1 record against American League teams.
The Rays are a remarkable 13-1 against AL opponents!
DeRo highlights the @RaysBaseball squad looking to return to the Postseason for the first time since 2023. pic.twitter.com/L88qgf5gFq
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) April 29, 2026
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