The Trade Deadline Is Over: Every Move Made by All 30 Teams

The 2026 MLB Trade Deadline has officially come and gone, and front offices across baseball wasted little time reshaping their organizations for the stretch run. Some contenders emptied prospect capital in pursuit of a World Series, while rebuilding clubs capitalized on a strong market by acquiring young talent and organizational depth.

From franchise cornerstones changing uniforms to under-the-radar bullpen additions, nearly every club entered August looking noticeably different than it did just a week ago. Whether your favorite team pushed all-in, sold for the future, or simply tweaked the edges of its roster, the deadline dramatically altered the landscape of both leagues.

Below is a complete team-by-team guide to every move made before the deadline, organized by division. Every acquisition and departure is listed exactly as recorded, including PTBNLs, cash considerations, international bonus-pool money, and Competitive Balance picks where applicable.

American League East

Baltimore Orioles

Deadline Summary

Few organizations were busier than Baltimore. The Orioles made the difficult decision to move franchise catcher Adley Rutschman while bringing in a large collection of prospects and major league contributors from eight different organizations. It was a franchise-altering deadline focused on building organizational depth throughout the roster.

Acquired

• RHP Anthony Eyanson — Red Sox

• RHP Kyson Witherspoon — Red Sox

• OF Enddy Azocar — Red Sox

• C Carlos Narváez — Red Sox

• PTBNL — Red Sox

• RHP Alex Hoppe — Mariners

• RHP Harrison Kreiling — Mariners

• RHP Brock Moore — Mariners

• RHP Michael Forret — Rays

• OF Rece Hinds — Marlins

• RHP Codi Heuer — Brewers

• OF Christian Franklin — Nationals

• OF Jhomnardo Reyes — Twins

• C Jake Rogers — Tigers

• Cash considerations — Pirates

Sent Away

• C Adley Rutschman — Red Sox

• C Jake Rogers — Red Sox

• Cash considerations — Red Sox

• OF Taylor Ward — Mariners

• RHP Tyler Wells — Rays

• Cash considerations — Marlins

• Cash considerations — Brewers

• RHP Joe Glassey — Nationals

• RHP Dean Kremer — Twins

• RHP Zane Barnhart — Tigers

• OF Johnathan Rodríguez — Pirates

Boston Red Sox

Deadline Summary

Boston made one of the biggest splashes of the deadline by acquiring Adley Rutschman while also reinforcing several areas of the major league roster. The Red Sox sacrificed considerable prospect capital to add established talent and clearly signaled they intend to compete immediately.

Acquired

• C Adley Rutschman — Orioles

• C Jake Rogers — Orioles

• Cash considerations — Orioles

• LHP Erik Miller — Giants

• OF Carlos Gutierrez — Giants

• OF Eli White — Braves

• INF Curtis Mead — Nationals

• OF Jahmai Jones — Tigers

Sent Away

• RHP Anthony Eyanson — Orioles

• RHP Kyson Witherspoon — Orioles

• OF Enddy Azocar — Orioles

• C Carlos Narváez — Orioles

• PTBNL — Orioles

• INF Marcelo Mayer — Giants

• RHP Tyler Uberstine — Braves

• LHP Connelly Early — Nationals

• PTBNL — Tigers

New York Yankees

Deadline Summary

The Yankees prioritized improving their everyday lineup while moving several young pitchers and bullpen pieces in return. Heliot Ramos and Luis García Jr. headline New York's additions, while a sizeable group of pitching prospects departed in separate deals.

Acquired

• OF Heliot Ramos — Giants

• INF Luis García Jr. — Nationals

• C Omar Alfonzo — Pirates

• OF Luis Cruz — Pirates

Sent Away

• LHP Henry LaLane — Giants

• SS Kaeden Kent — Giants

• RHP Jake Bird — Nationals

• RHP Yovanny Cruz — Nationals

• RHP Jack Cebert — Nationals

• RHP Ben Grable — Nationals

• RHP Camilo Doval — Pirates

Tampa Bay Rays

Deadline Summary

As usual, Tampa Bay found creative ways to improve both its present and future. Freddy Peralta gives the Rays another frontline arm, while Liam Hicks and Tyler Wells strengthen the roster despite several notable prospect departures.

Acquired

• RHP Freddy Peralta — Mets

• C Liam Hicks — Marlins

• RHP Tyler Wells — Orioles

• OF Jack Suwinski — Dodgers

• International bonus-pool money — Dodgers

Sent Away

• OF Aidan Smith — Mets

• INF Émilien Pitre — Mets

• RHP Gary Gill Hill — Mets

• INF Brayden Taylor — Marlins

• INF Adrian Santana — Marlins

• RHP Jacob Kisting — Marlins

• RHP Michael Forret — Orioles

• C Hunter Feduccia — Dodgers

• RHP Jacob Kmatz — Dodgers

Toronto Blue Jays

Deadline Summary

Toronto completely overhauled its pitching staff while adding several intriguing young position players. The Blue Jays completed deals with six different organizations, making them one of the deadline's most active clubs as they reshaped both the major league roster and farm system.

Acquired

• RHP José Soriano — Angels

• INF/OF Josh Smith — Rangers

• RHP Josh Stephan — Rangers

• RHP Jameson Taillon — Cubs

• Cash considerations — Cubs

• INF Ty Southisene — Cubs

• OF Brett Bateman — Cubs

• RHP Spencer Arrighetti — Astros

• LHP Dasan Hill — Twins

• RHP John Klein — Twins

• INF Dameury Pena — Twins

• International bonus-pool money — Twins

• C Ryan Sprock — Twins

Sent Away

• SS Arjun Nimmala — Angels

• OF Eddie Micheletti — Angels

• RHP Angel Rivero — Angels

• LHP Adam Macko — Rangers

• RHP Kevin Gausman — Cubs

• PTBNL or cash considerations — Cubs

• OF Daulton Varsho — Astros

• Cash considerations — Astros

• RHP Jeff Hoffman — Twins

• RHP Tommy Nance — Twins

• International bonus-pool money — Twins

American League Central

Chicago White Sox

Deadline Summary

Chicago remained active on both sides of the market, bringing in established major league talent while moving a sizable group of pitchers and prospects. The additions of Brenton Doyle and Luis Castillo headline a deadline that significantly reshaped the organization.

Acquired

• OF Brenton Doyle — Rockies

• C Joey Bart — Braves

• RHP Huascar Brazobán — Mets

• RHP Luis Castillo — Mariners

• RHP José Urquidy — Pirates

• LHP Jaden Woods — Pirates

• 2026 Competitive Balance Round A pick — Pirates

Sent Away

• RHP Mason Adams — Rockies

• SS Carlos Vielma — Rockies

• RHP Duncan Davitt — Braves

• RHP Gabe Davis — Mets

• RHP Zach Franklin — Mets

• RHP Seranthony Domínguez — Mariners

• OF Nolan Jones — Mariners

• C Boston Smith — Mariners

• RHP Felix Doroteo — Pirates

• INF Jacob Gonzalez — Pirates

• LHP Brandon Eisert — Pirates

Cleveland Guardians

Deadline Summary

The Guardians added several players capable of helping immediately while moving a mix of young talent and organizational depth. Nathaniel Lowe headlines Cleveland's acquisitions as the club addressed multiple areas of the roster before the deadline.

Acquired

• OF Jo Adell — Angels

• LHP Foster Griffin — Nationals

• 1B/DH Nathaniel Lowe — Reds

• RHP Craig Yoho — Brewers

• OF Blake Perkins — Brewers

• Cash considerations — Reds

Sent Away

• C Jacob Cozart — Angels

• LHP Josh Hartle — Nationals

• LHP Will Dion — Nationals

• RHP Kendeglys Virguez — Nationals

• OF Nick Mitchell — Nationals

• RHP Alejandro Rivera — Reds

• C Bo Naylor — Brewers

• RHP Codi Heuer — Brewers

• INF Juan Brito — Reds

Detroit Tigers

Deadline Summary

Detroit made arguably the biggest move of the deadline by trading Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers. In return, the Tigers received one of baseball's strongest prospect packages while also adding additional young talent from San Diego, Baltimore and Boston as they pivoted toward the future.

Acquired

• OF Zyhir Hope — Dodgers

• RHP River Ryan — Dodgers

• RHP Brady Smith — Dodgers

• LHP Kash Mayfield — Padres

• LHP Jackson Wolf — Padres

• RHP Zane Barnhart — Orioles

• PTBNL — Red Sox

Sent Away

• LHP Tarik Skubal — Dodgers

• RHP Casey Mize — Padres

• INF Gage Workman — Padres

• C Jake Rogers — Orioles

• OF Jahmai Jones — Red Sox

Kansas City Royals

Deadline Summary

Kansas City concentrated on improving its pitching depth while parting with several established major league contributors. The Royals completed multiple transactions aimed at balancing immediate roster needs with long-term organizational depth.

Acquired

• RHP Carlos Duran — Dodgers

• RHP Nolan Hoffman — Phillies

• RHP Lucas Braun — Braves

• LHP Carter Holton — Braves

• RHP Nate Pearson — Astros

• Cash considerations — Phillies

Sent Away

• LHP Kris Bubic — Dodgers

• RHP Manuel Colón — Phillies

• OF Lane Thomas — Braves

• LHP Bailey Falter — Braves

• RHP Max Martin — Astros

• OF Kameron Misner — Phillies

Minnesota Twins

Deadline Summary

Minnesota focused primarily on strengthening its pitching staff, adding several veteran arms while moving younger talent in separate transactions. The Twins also remained active in cash and international bonus-pool exchanges throughout the deadline period.

Acquired

• RHP Jeff Hoffman — Blue Jays

• RHP Dean Kremer — Orioles

• LHP A.J. Minter — Mets

• RHP Tommy Nance — Blue Jays

• International bonus-pool money — Blue Jays

Sent Away

• LHP Dasan Hill — Blue Jays

• RHP John Klein — Blue Jays

• INF Dameury Pena — Blue Jays

• International bonus-pool money — Blue Jays

• OF Jhomnardo Reyes — Orioles

• INF Bruin Agbayani — Mets

• INF Billy Amick — Mets

• C Ryan Sprock — Blue Jays

National League Central

Chicago Cubs

Deadline Summary

The Cubs aggressively addressed several areas of the major league roster by adding both starting pitching and bullpen help while also reinforcing their outfield. In return, Chicago parted with a number of promising prospects and veteran pieces, signaling a clear commitment to competing down the stretch.

Acquired

• LHP Braxton Garrett — Marlins

• RHP Ryan Zeferjahn — Angels

• RHP Clay Holmes — Mets

• OF Tyrone Taylor — Mets

• RHP Kevin Gausman — Blue Jays

• RHP Aaron Civale — Athletics

• PTBNL or Cash Considerations — Blue Jays

Sent Away

• 1B/OF Jonathon Long — Marlins

• RHP Jace Beck — Marlins

• DH/C Moisés Ballesteros — Angels

• RHP Mason McGwire — Angels

• INF Jefferson Rojas — Mets

• INF Ty Southisene — Blue Jays

• OF Brett Bateman — Blue Jays

• RHP Aiden Moffett — Athletics

• RHP Jameson Taillon — Blue Jays

• Cash Considerations — Blue Jays

Cincinnati Reds

Deadline Summary

Cincinnati had a relatively quiet deadline compared to much of the league, completing a handful of targeted moves while adding organizational depth. The Reds acquired young talent from Cleveland and international bonus pool money from St. Louis while moving veteran first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to Cleveland.

Acquired

• INF Juan Brito — Guardians

• RHP Alejandro Rivera — Guardians

• International Bonus-Pool Money — Cardinals

Sent Away

• Cash Considerations — Guardians

• 1B/DH Nathaniel Lowe — Guardians

• LHP Caleb Ferguson — Cardinals

Milwaukee Brewers

Deadline Summary

Milwaukee significantly upgraded its pitching staff by adding multiple experienced arms while also strengthening organizational depth behind the plate. The Brewers remained one of the National League's busiest contenders, completing deals with five different organizations before the deadline.

Acquired

• RHP Antonio Senzatela — Rockies

• RHP Dustin May — Cardinals

• LHP JoJo Romero — Cardinals

• C Bo Naylor — Guardians

• RHP Codi Heuer — Guardians

• RHP Lance McCullers Jr. — Astros

• LHP Colton Gordon — Astros

• Cash Considerations — Astros

• Cash Considerations — Orioles

Sent Away

• LHP Mark Manfredi — Rockies

• SS Juan Martinez — Rockies

• OF Alexander Frias — Cardinals

• OF Josiah Ragsdale — Cardinals

• RHP Craig Yoho — Guardians

• OF Blake Perkins — Guardians

• OF Jadyn Fielder — Astros

• RHP Codi Heuer — Orioles

Pittsburgh Pirates

Deadline Summary

Pittsburgh focused heavily on rebuilding its pitching depth while completing transactions with several organizations. The Pirates added veteran bullpen help, acquired multiple young arms, and continued stockpiling controllable talent throughout one of the busiest deadlines in franchise history.

Acquired

• RHP Kirby Yates — Angels

• RHP Andrew Moore — Padres

• RHP Lake Bachar — Marlins

• RHP Camilo Doval — Yankees

• OF Johnathan Rodríguez — Orioles

• RHP Felix Doroteo — White Sox

• RHP Ron Marinaccio — Padres

• INF Jacob Gonzalez — White Sox

• LHP Brandon Eisert — White Sox

Sent Away

• RHP Kyle Robinson — Angels

• RHP Hunter Stratton — Padres

• RHP Brandan Bidois — Marlins

• SS Hyun Seung Lee — Marlins

• OF Brian Sanchez — Marlins

• C Omar Alfonzo — Yankees

• OF Luis Cruz — Yankees

• Cash Considerations — Orioles

• RHP José Urquidy — White Sox

• International Bonus-Pool Money — Padres

• LHP Jaden Woods — White Sox

• 2026 Competitive Balance Round A Pick — White Sox

St. Louis Cardinals

Deadline Summary

The Cardinals made several notable moves centered around reshaping both the major league roster and farm system. St. Louis added young pitching talent while moving established major league contributors, highlighted by Lars Nootbaar's departure to Arizona and Dustin May's trade to Milwaukee.

Acquired

• RHP Daniel Eagen — Diamondbacks

• LHP Sandro Santana — Diamondbacks

• PTBNL — Diamondbacks

• LHP Caleb Ferguson — Reds

• Cash Considerations — Athletics

Sent Away

• OF Lars Nootbaar — Diamondbacks

• RHP Dustin May — Brewers

• LHP JoJo Romero — Brewers

• RHP Scott Blewett — Athletics

• International Bonus-Pool Money — Reds

National League West

Arizona Diamondbacks

Deadline Summary

Arizona made one headline addition by acquiring Lars Nootbaar from the Cardinals while sending a trio of young assets to St. Louis. Although the Diamondbacks were quieter than many contenders, they still addressed their outfield with one of the deadline's more notable position-player acquisitions.

Acquired

• OF Lars Nootbaar — Cardinals

Sent Away

• RHP Daniel Eagen — Cardinals

• LHP Sandro Santana — Cardinals

• PTBNL — Cardinals

Colorado Rockies

Deadline Summary

Colorado remained active throughout the deadline, acquiring a collection of young players while moving several established major leaguers to contenders. The Rockies emphasized organizational depth as they continued building toward the future.

Acquired

• LHP Mark Manfredi — Brewers

• SS Juan Martinez — Brewers

• RHP Mason Adams — White Sox

• SS Carlos Vielma — White Sox

• INF Connor Norby — Marlins

• RHP Aiden May — Marlins

• OF Landyn Vidourek — Dodgers

• RHP Nick Frasso — Dodgers

Sent Away

• RHP Antonio Senzatela — Brewers

• OF Brenton Doyle — White Sox

• RHP Victor Vodnik — Marlins

• RHP Seth Halvorsen — Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers

Deadline Summary

The Dodgers once again made the biggest splash of the deadline, acquiring ace Tarik Skubal to headline a series of aggressive win-now moves. Los Angeles also added bullpen and catching depth, sacrificing a substantial package of prospects in pursuit of another World Series title.

Acquired

• LHP Tarik Skubal — Tigers

• LHP Kris Bubic — Royals

• C Hunter Feduccia — Rays

• RHP Jacob Kmatz — Rays

• C Ben Rortvedt — Mets

• RHP Seth Halvorsen — Rockies

Sent Away

• OF Zyhir Hope — Tigers

• RHP River Ryan — Tigers

• RHP Brady Smith — Tigers

• RHP Carlos Duran — Royals

• OF Jack Suwinski — Rays

• International Bonus-Pool Money — Rays

• RHP Chayce McDermott — Mets

• OF Landyn Vidourek — Rockies

• RHP Nick Frasso — Rockies

San Diego Padres

Deadline Summary

San Diego strengthened both its rotation and pitching depth by acquiring Casey Mize and Robbie Ray while making several prospect-driven trades to facilitate those additions. The Padres balanced immediate upgrades with the cost of parting with several young players.

Acquired

• RHP Casey Mize — Tigers

• INF Gage Workman — Tigers

• LHP Robbie Ray — Giants

• RHP Hunter Stratton — Pirates

• International Bonus-Pool Money — Pirates

Sent Away

• LHP Kash Mayfield — Tigers

• LHP Jackson Wolf — Tigers

• RHP Miguel Mendez — Giants

• SS Joniel Hernandez — Giants

• RHP Andrew Moore — Pirates

• RHP Ron Marinaccio — Pirates

San Francisco Giants

Deadline Summary

San Francisco completely reshaped its roster by adding young talent from multiple organizations while moving several established major leaguers, including Luis Arraez, Tyler Mahle, Robbie Ray, Heliot Ramos, and Erik Miller. The Giants were among the deadline's busiest organizations, executing deals with six different clubs.

Acquired

• RHP Ramon Marquez — Phillies

• RHP Marty Gair — Phillies

• INF Marcelo Mayer — Red Sox

• RHP Anthony Molina — Braves

• RHP Miguel Mendez — Padres

• SS Joniel Hernandez — Padres

• LHP Henry LaLane — Yankees

• SS Kaeden Kent — Yankees

Sent Away

• 2B Luis Arraez — Phillies

• RHP Caleb Kilian — Phillies

• LHP Erik Miller — Red Sox

• OF Carlos Gutierrez — Red Sox

• RHP Tyler Mahle — Braves

• LHP Robbie Ray — Padres

• OF Heliot Ramos — Yankees

Biggest Winners

1. Baltimore Orioles

No front office had a better deadline than Mike Elias and the Orioles.