The New York Yankees, facing uncertainty following Aaron Judge’s injury, considered a fire sale ahead of the trade deadline, exploring trades for key players like Cody Bellinger and Paul Goldschmidt. While Judge’s return is anticipated, the team’s reliance on him highlights their lack of star power, making their playoff contention tenuous without him.
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The Chicago Cubs have traded for right-hander Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals, sending prospects Ronny Cruz and Christian Franklin in return. Soroka, an impending free agent with a 4.87 ERA this season, could bolster the Cubs' rotation or bullpen as they pursue a division title, while the Nationals gain promising prospects from the Cubs' deep system. Want More Context? 🔎
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