Yankees, Brewers Pursue Angels' Yoán Moncada Ahead Trade Deadline

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, several notable players are drawing trade interest amid varying team performances and roster needs. Yoán Moncada of the Los Angeles Angels, enjoying a career resurgence with solid defense and power hitting, is linked to potential trades involving the New York Yankees, Milwaukee Brewers, and Chicago Cubs, given his affordable contract and productive start to the season. Sandy Alcántara, once a Cy Young winner, is also a trade candidate after a challenging comeback from Tommy John surgery has led to struggles on the mound, though some teams may gamble on his potential to return to form. The New York Yankees, despite a strong record, are exploring ways to bolster their starting rotation beyond Max Fried and Carlos Rodon, with suggestions including a surprising trade for Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez to strengthen their pitching depth. Additionally, former Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia, who declined minor league offers from the Yankees and Mets, signed a major league deal with the Colorado Rockies after losing his starting role in Atlanta. These developments highlight a dynamic trade market as teams assess their competitive windows and pitching rotations ahead of the midseason deadline.