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The 2015 MLB trade deadline is on July 31, but so far it’s been a quiet trading season. The first trade domino to fall didn’t happen until July 23, and while there are plenty of rumors since then, it appears that the larger pieces won’t fall until the deadline approaches. For Yasiel Puig, he may not be on the chopping block at all as the Dodgers have reportedly told the outfielder that he will not be traded. Of course, it’s trading season so that might not mean a thing.
There have been a couple of smaller trades already, such as the Marlins-Cardinals trade for Steve Cishek in exchange for a minor league pitcher, and the Braves-Mets trade involving Juan Uribe and Kelly Johnson for two minor league righties. However, the bigger pieces have yet to fall.
Among those are Reds’ starter Johnny Cueto and closer Aroldis Chapman, however, there are rumors among the league that Cueto may be injured. If that turns out to be the case, his trade value could drop, but how that will ultimately affect the trade deadline is still to be determined.
Add to Phillies’ Cole Hamels and Jonathan Papelbon, both who are on the trade market, and you have the makings of potentially large deals. Papelbon, in particular, has been the subject of trade talks since nearly the start of the season, and the righty has been more vocal of late about the team making a decision in regards to his future.
Another large piece up in the air is potential trade candidate, Detroit Tigers ace David Price. There have been rumors stating that he’ll likely be traded, and also that he won’t, that the team is attempting to sign him to a long-term extension.
Price’s teammate, Yoenis Cespedes, has also popped up as a major trade candidate, though he sits somewhat in the same boat as Price as far as rumors are concerned. The team has been rumored to be considering a long-term extension with him, but it’s also rumored that the Tigers would potentially trade him with the intention of resigning him after this year as a free agent.
We’ll be keeping track of all important rumors leading up to the July 31 deadline. Click here for a list of completed trades.
The big names:
Johnny Cueto
July 25: Royals, Reds cancel potential Cueto trade
July 23: Royals weighing starting pitching options, including Cueto
July 22: Johnny Cueto’s struggles might make Miami Marlins starters more valuable
July 22: Can Johnny Cueto even make a difference to the Tigers now?
July 21: The Reds may have overplayed their hand with Johnny Cueto
July 21: Is something wrong with Johnny Cueto?
July 21: Which team needs Cueto or Hamels the most?
Aroldis Chapman
July 23: Nationals reiterate interest in Aroldis Chapman
July 22: Red Sox trade targets: Aroldis Chapman
July 22: Nationals trade target: Aroldis Chapman
July 19: Aroldis Chapman, Craig Kimbrel among top available closers
David Price
July 25: Giants interested in David Price, Cole Hamels
July 23: Dodgers trade rumors: David Price is “atop their wish list”
July 23: Everyone (especially the Cubs) wants David Price
James Shields
July 23: Padres “really want to move” James Shields and Andrew Cashner
July 20: James Shields would be shocked if he’s traded
July 19: Padres likely to include cash in James Shields deal
July 19: Shields, Kimbrel and Upton are available but may not be in much demand
July 18: How James Shields affects the Cole Hamels market
Jeff Samardzija
July 24: Samardzija to Toronto rumors heating up
July 23: Jeff Samardzija bolsters value with strong start, but to what end?
July 20: White Sox listening to offers, Samardzija most likely trade candidate
July 17: Blue Jays interested in Reds’ Mike Leake, White Sox’s Jeff Samardzija
Jonathan Papelbon
July 25: Nationals and Phillies have discussed Jonathan Papelbon trade
July 19: Phillies “pushing to finish” Jonathan Papelbon deal
Cole Hamels
July 23: The Cubs want Cole Hamels
July 23: Cole Hamels still on the Rangers’ radar
July 22: Dodgers trade rumors: The case for Cole Hamels
July 21: Rangers and Astros in pursuit of Cole Hamels
July 20: Cole Hamels struggles with scouts present, Jeff Francoeur increases value
July 20: Everyone wants to trade for Cole Hamels (unless he’s broken)
Jonathan Lucroy
July 22: The Brewers don’t want to extend Jonathan Lucroy again
July 21: Brewers had brief extension talks with Jonathan Lucroy in spring training
Troy Tulowitzki
July 25: Mets have asked Rockies about Troy Tulowitzki
July 23: Yankees potential trade target: Troy Tulowitzki
July 23: Rockies GM Jeff Bridich “open to considering” trading Troy Tulowitzki
Scott Kazmir (Traded to Astros on July 23)
July 18: Tigers scouting A’s Scott Kazmir
July 18: Blue Jays, Tigers send scouts to Scott Kazmir’s start
Other rumors:
July 25: Marlins’ Derek Dietrich available for right return, interest from multiple teams
July 25: Mets said no to Padres’ demands for Justin Upton
July 25: Dodgers will not trade Yasiel Puig
July 25: Mets have “discussed” trading Zack Wheeler
July 25: If the Tigers decide to sell, who are baseball’s biggest buyers?
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July 24: Braves close to deal with Mets for Kelly Johnson, Juan Uribe
July 24: Was Gerardo Parra almost sent to the Mets?
July 24: Could Michael Morse come back to the Giants?
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July 23: Padres are shopping their pitching staff, could be big sellers
July 23: High likelihood Rays could deal from bullpen
July 23: Orioles considering becoming sellers at trading deadline
July 23: Nationals trade target: Tyler Clippard
July 23: Tigers interested in Marlins RHP Steve Cishek
July 23: Padres aggressively scouting Blue Jays
July 23: Marlins’ Steve Cishek, Dan Haren and Mat Latos available
July 23: Pirates working on trade for reliever
July 23: Twins targeting Steve Cishek?
July 23: Rays reportedly open to trading DeJesus, Jaso and Jepsen
July 23: Yankees potential trade target: Ian Kinsler
July 23: Rays open to buying and selling at trade deadline
July 23: Padres trade rumors: A.J. Preller is ready to sell
July 23: Mets trade rumors: Jon Niese could be available
July 23: Blue Jays talking to Indians about Carlos Carrasco
July 23: Blue Jays pushing to acquire starting pitcher
July 23: Kazmir deal provides slight insight for potential Brewers trades
July 23: What does the Scott Kazmir trade mean for the Reds?
July 23: Pirates “want to get rid of” Pedro Alvarez
July 23: Indians won’t trade Mike Aviles while his daughter battles leukemia
July 23: Braves getting calls about Nick Markakis but reportedly won’t trade him
July 23: Nationals trade target(s): Craig Kimbrel/Padres arms
July 23: Royals interested in Rangers pitcher Yovani Gallardo
July 23: Indians reportedly open to trading Lonnie Chisenhall
July 23: Are the Braves listening to offers for Julio Teheran?
July 23: Orioles “appear willing to talk” about trading Kevin Gausman
July 23: Red Sox trade targets: Carlos Gomez
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July 22: Teams showing interest in Padres players
July 22: Angels open to a rental, are scouting the Tigers, Cespedes
July 22: Orioles’ Bud Norris on the trading block
July 22: New York Mets not likely to land Ben Zobrist
July 22: The Phillies reportedly missed a chance to trade Papelbon
July 22: Are the Blue Jays and Padres working on a deal?
July 22: Another look at the trade market for catchers
July 22: Struggling Tigers not set on selling
July 22: Orioles’ Kevin Gausman available
July 22: Oakland A’s are “open for business,” everyone!
July 22: Orioles “appear to be willing” to move Kevin Gausman if it makes them better
July 22: Brett Anderson, Jason Vargas injuries changing trade landscape
July 22: Who can the Red Sox trade before the deadline?
July 22: Royals trade target: Jay Bruce
July 22: Mets interested in Padres’ Will Venable
July 22: Why the Tigers will buy at the trade deadline
July 22: Blue Jays not in on Latos, Haren a possibility
July 22: Buyers or sellers, Indians should trade David Murphy and Ryan Raburn
July 22: Rangers’ Yovani Gallardo, Mitch Moreland drawing interest
July 22: Todd Frazier one of a few Reds players not available for trade
July 22: Braves’ Juan Uribe being shopped for mid-range prospect
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July 21: Are Ben Zobrist talks between Mets, Athletics “heating up”?
July 21: Marlins’ Dan Jennings confirms Dan Haren trade rumors
July 21: Mets discussed Rafael Montero for Ben Zobrist swap with A’s
July 21: Tigers could go “all-in” and be deadline buyers
July 21: Pirates interested in upgrade over Pedro Alvarez
July 21: Pirates inquired about Ben Zobrist, Clint Barmes, Cliff Pennington
July 21: The Twins need a catcher, but can’t afford a great one
July 21: Twins “closely monitoring” Brewers catcher
July 21: The Rays will not be buyers at the trade deadline
July 21: Tigers’ deadline decisions still uncertain
July 21: Mets interested in Brewers’ Gerardo Parra
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July 20: Chris Johnson reportedly seeks trade from Braves
July 20: Orioles linked to several big names in the trade market
July 20: Blue Jays’ front office eyeing pitching
July 20: Tigers have inquired about Rockies’ John Axford
July 20: Twins trade rumors: Carlos Gomez, Dioner Navarro, Joaquin Benoit, Ben Revere, more
July 20: Pirates reportedly interested in Justin Upton
July 20: Yankees eyeing Padres pitchers as possible trade candidates
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July 19: Reds preparing for fire sale
July 19: Angels are (still) interested in Jay Bruce
July 19: Orioles have “expressed interest” in Justin Upton
July 19: Orioles, Astros interested in Justin Upton
July 19: Are the Yankees addressing needs internally?
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July 18: Astros showing interest in Padres’ Tyson Ross and Andrew Cashner
July 18: Reds “prepared to trade” Mike Leake
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July 17: Mets interested in Brewers’ Carlos Gomez
July 17: Brewers willing to trade Carlos Gomez, Jean Segura
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