The MLB trade deadline is Thursday, and both the Cubs and the White Sox are expected to be wheeling and dealing. Why it matters: For the Cubs, it's about retooling for a playoff run. For the White Sox,

Chicago’s ‘X-factor’ at trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Chicago Cubs have fallen behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central race. They are 11-7 in July, the second-best record in the National League in the month behind only the Crew.

When Oneil Cruz debuted as a 22-year-old with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2021, he was viewed as a potential superstar.

The New York Yankees have reportedly held talks with the Pittsburgh Pirates regarding outfielder Oneil Cruz "and some others," according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post and Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette,

The New York Yankees are exploring trade options seemingly everywhere, reportedly talking with the Pittsburgh Pirates about Oneil Cruz.

The Detroit Tigers have some clear needs to address ahead of the MLB trade deadline, with arguably their most pressing being in the bullpen. It was a unit that was lacking pitchers capable of generating swings and misses at a high rate,

Fortunately, according to Evan Petzold of The Detroit Free Press, the Tigers are expected to do just that. While it might not be one of the top relievers on the market, they are expected to bring in a reliever by the end of the month.

The Tigers have a chance to make 2025 a year to remember in the Motor City, but the decisions made between now and the MLB trade deadline may make it a season to forget.