"2023 MLB Trade Deadline: Live Updates, Expectations, and Key Storylines"

With less than 12 hours remaining before the 2023 MLB trade deadline, teams are scrambling to make deals. Several big names have already been traded, including Max Scherzer, Lucas Giolito, and Lance Lynn. The Mets' Justin Verlander remains the biggest name on the market. The Phillies and Cardinals are potential trade partners, while the Mets have no intention of dealing Pete Alonso. The Tigers are holding out for a high asking price for Eduardo Rodríguez and Michael Lorenzen. Teoscar Hernández is likely to be moved, and there is a mystery team in the running for Verlander. The Red Sox plan to keep Alex Verdugo, and the Padres have set a high asking price for Josh Hader. The Cubs and Reds have made minor bullpen additions, and the Astros and Dodgers are still in the mix for Verlander.