Teams Target Key Players Before Trade Deadline

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, multiple teams are targeting key players to bolster their rosters. The New York Yankees, Baltimore Orioles, Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Seattle Mariners are all vying for Marlins closer Tanner Scott, who boasts an impressive 1.18 ERA and 17 consecutive outings without an earned run. Meanwhile, several teams, including the Yankees, Astros, Padres, and Orioles, are interested in Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon, who has a 2.96 ERA and could provide stability to their rotations. The Kansas City Royals, currently holding a playoff spot, are looking to strengthen their lineup, possibly eyeing players like Oakland's Brent Rooker or Tampa Bay's Randy Arozarena. With various teams in need of pitching and offensive upgrades, intense negotiations are expected leading up to the deadline.