Surprise Targets Fuel MLB Trade Talk Ahead of 2026 Deadline

With the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaching (Monday, 6 p.m. ET), insiders spotlight big-name moves: Padres closer Mason Miller is drawing heavy interest with a high price, while Detroit’s Tarik Skubal has become a bold target for teams like the Phillies and Dodgers. Baltimore has fielded calls on Adley Rutschman, Jackson Holliday, and Colton Cowser, though dealing any of them would be a major shift; Padres GM A.J. Preller has signaled Miller is available to the right offer, setting the stage for potential blockbuster deals.