Trades at the deadline (or after it) don't always work out for the better in MLB. Here's how the Detroit Tigers' past 2 decades have gone as buyers.

After reinforcing the infield with Ryan McMahon and Amed Rosario, the Yankees are seeking a starting pitcher, according to ESPN. They are not eager to trade top prospects George L

To set the stage for the sprint to the deadline, here's a primer based on what I'm hearing from front office executives across the league.

First and foremost, Clase is now completely off the trade block. The Phillies were likely going to express interest in acquiring him, but they have several other relievers they can turn to. Where this really impacts the Phillies is with other players who now might become more available than they previously were, namely Steven Kwan.

Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase — a rumored MLB trade deadline target — has been placed on paid leave in connection with a sports-gambling investigation, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported Monday. Clase is reportedly on leave through Aug. 31, per The Athletic's Zack Meisel.

Over the past 10 years, Trade Deadline week has featured deals involving some of the game’s best players. Juan Soto to the Padres in 2022. Max Scherzer and Trea Turner to the Dodgers in 2021. Manny Machado to the Dodgers in 2018.

The Royals are adding platoon outfielder Randal Grichuk as part of a trade with the Diamondbacks, according to MLB's Steve Gilbert. The Royals will receive reliever Andrew Hoffmann in return, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

If the New York Yankees decide to become sellers at Thursday's MLB trade deadline, one area on the roster is expected to be the focus of their moves.