MLB Trade Deadline Shapes With Brewers, Padres, Diamondbacks Active

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, several teams are actively considering moves to strengthen their rosters for a postseason push. The Milwaukee Brewers, currently leading the NL Wild Card race, are exploring acquiring Arizona Diamondbacks slugger Josh Naylor, who offers versatile power hitting and plays both first base and outfield. The San Diego Padres face challenges in left field and catcher positions, with insiders predicting they may trade key contract-year players like closer Robert Suarez or starter Dylan Cease to address multiple needs, while also targeting affordable left-field options such as Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox, who might be available at a reduced cost despite recent offensive struggles. Meanwhile, the Arizona Diamondbacks, struggling with unmet expectations and key injuries including ace Corbin Burnes, are rumored to consider selling some players but are unlikely to trade outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. due to his uncertain value and contract situation. Additionally, veteran pitcher Andrew Heaney is attracting interest from both the Padres and Dodgers as teams look for reliable innings to bolster their rotations.