MLB trade deadline tracker 2023: Latest updates, major moves, and more 

The MLB trade deadline is on August 1, 2023. Several teams will be looking to strengthen their rosters with additions and deals for players. Sportskeeda will be tracking all such transactions.

MLB Trade Deadline Rumors, updates and latest transactions

August 1

Astros acquire RHP Justin Verlander and cash from Mets for OF Drew Gilbert and OF Ryan Clifford

This was the highlight of the trade deadline, Verlander was unsure about his future with the Mets and after Max Scherzer trade things became even worse, Mets have made major moves and this was expected to happen, Mets will send $35 million to the Astros to cover some of Verlander's 2023-24 salary.

Orioles acquire RHP Jack Flaherty from the Cardinals for INF César Prieto, LHP Drew Rom and RHP Zack Showalter

This is a major addition for the Orioles, Flaherty has an ERA of 4.43 and will be a great addition to the Orioles pitching lineup.

Cardinals get two good prospects in return who could developed into stars in future if things go in the right direction.

Blue Jays acquire SS Paul DeJong and cash from Cardinals for RHP Matt Svanson

Phillies acquire RHP Michael Lorenzen from Tigers for INF Hao-Yu Lee

Padres add RHP Scott Barlow from the Royals for RHP Henry Williams

Marlins acquire Josh Bell from Guardians for INF Jean Segura and INF Kahlil Watson

Padres acquire LHP Rich Hill and 1B Ji Man Choi from Pirates for LHP Jackson Wolf, OF Estuar Suero and 1B Alfonso Rivas

Diamondbacks acquire Tommy Pham for INF Jeremy Rodriguez

Pham has been to a lot teams, so he is no stranger to the trade deadline, he is on a one year $6 million deal and can juggle between DH and LF

Yankees acquire RHP Keynan Middleton from the White Sox for RHP Juan Carela

Marlins add 3B Jake Burger from White Sox for Pitcher Jake Eder

Brewers acquire LHP Andrew Chafin from D-backs for RHP Peter Strzelecki

Rangers acquire C Austin Hedges from Pirates in exchange of money

San Diego Padres acquire 1B Garrett Cooper and RHP Sean Reynolds from Marlins for LHP Ryan Weathers

Atlanta Braves add LHP Brad Hand from Rockies in exchange of RHP Alec Barger

Mets acquire Phil Bickford and Adam Kolarek from the Dodgers for cash

Dodgers acquire Ryan Yarbrough from Royals for 1B Devin Mann and SS Derlin Figueroa

Dodgers make another addition to their pitching lineup, Yarbrough has an ERA of 2.19 in the month of July and is expected to be a great addition to the Dodgers lineup

Red Sox acquire INF Luis Urías from Brewers for RHP Bradley Blalock

Urias is not expected to be a starter, he an addition to the in-fielder depth chart, this season was a struggle with injury but he is expected to be a key backup option in the future.

Blalock is a decent prospect with an ERA of 2.19 combined in Single-A and High A games, he could be developed into something meaningful for the franchise.

Phillies acquire INF Rodolfo Castro from Pirates for LHP Bailey Falter

Castro is a player who can play mutiple infield positions, he adds decent depth when it comes to In-fielders and would be a good backup option.

Bailey Falter has had a rough season this year, Pirates expect the better part of him as he is expected to get over this pitching slump in near future.

Angels Acquire RHP Dominic Leone from the Mets sending Jeremiah Jackson to New York

Angels have been active in this year's deadline, they add a decent pitcher in Leone as he has an ERA of 4.40, he isn't expected to do wonders because Anaheim has a Japanese star to do that, Leone is just expected to help in the relief section

Infielder Jeremiah Jackson on the other hand is a young prospect, he could be helpful in the long term if things go well

Yankees acquire RHP Spencer Howard

The New York Yankees added some help for their struggling pitching lineup, Howard has a 7.20 ERA in 38 appearances, his contract also expires this year hence this move can be a short-term experiment but given the position of Bronx Bombers, the team really cannot afford a failure.

Rays trade RHPs to Cubs

The Tampa Bay Rays are on the verge of completing a trade agreement with the Cubs, securing the services of right-handed pitchers Adrian Sampson and Manny Rodríguez, in addition to international free agent funds. In return, the Rays will be sending right-handed pitcher Josh Roberson to the Cubs.

Yankees in 'partial-sell' mode

On the back of a crushing 5-1 defeat to the Rays, the New York Yankees stumbled into deadline day with a whimper. According to MLB insider Joel Sherman, the Bronx Bombers are in partial-sell mode. Impending free agents Wandy Peralta, Luis Severino and Harrison Bader are reportedly on the trading block.

Mets and Astros continue Verlander talks

According to MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, the Houston Astros remain in contact with the New York Mets for a sensational deadline day trade involving 2022 AL Cy Young winner Justin Verlander.

July 30

Rangers continue to add dependable arms

The Rangers continue to bolster their pitching. According to MLB insider Jeff Passan, the Cardinals have agreed to a trade that will send Jordan Montgomery and Chris Stratton to Arlington. In return, St. Louis will receive left-hander John King, infield prospect Thomas Saggese and pitching prospect Tekoah Roby.

July 29

Scherzer shocker

The Texas Rangers and New York Mets have negotiated a trade deadline shocker that will see ace Max Scherzer head west in exchange for shortstop prospect Luisangel Acuña, the brother of Atlanta Braves superstar Ronald Acuña Jr.

July 27

Padres opting the seller's route?

San Diego Padres contemplating major pitching trade involving LHP Josh Hader and SP Blake Snell

Eduardo Rodriguez becomes hot trade target in MLB Circles

July 26

Cody Bellinger is being looked at by Miami Marlins after interest from Yankees, says Jon Morosi of MLB.com

July 25

Dodgers Acquire Kike Hernandez

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reuniting with Enrique Hernandez after the star's season and half in Boston. Boston Red Sox will receive minor league relievers Nick Robertson and Justin Hagenman.

Cardinals making headway in contract talks with Jordan Hicks

St. Louis Cardinals are making progress in their pursuit to sign Jordan Hicks to a multi-year extension, reports The Athletic.