The 2025 MLB Trade Deadline passed on July 31, and many of the contenders made waves before it expired. Now that we’re a month past it, let’s take a look at how each team’s notable picksups have done so far.
Astros
The Astros came into the deadline with significant injuries. Yordan Alvarez was still on the IL, as was Jeremy Pena (he was activated on 8/1). Isaac Paredes, meanwhile, suffered a hamstring strain just after the 2025 All-Star Game, complicating things further.
Houston did add a bat and a needed left-handed hitter in Jesus Sanchez. The ‘Stros leaned extremely heavy towards right-handed hitters this season, and he’s performed fine; a .250 average with two home runs thus far. However, the big move for Houston was re-acquiring Carlos Correa, who slotted in at third with Paredes out.
Correa looked a look like the man Astros fans saw for years before leaving for Minnesota. As of August 30, Correa was tied for 14th in the league in total hits (31), 25 of which were singles. He’s also posted a sublime .389 OBP since the trade.
While the Mariners have been on their heels, the Astros have held on first in the AL West. And, with Cristian Javier back, he’s been — for the most part — another in-season acquisition.
Blue Jays
The Blue Jays vaulted past the Yankees to move into first place in the AL East in July. Toronto rode a wave of hitting from George Springer, Addison Barger, etc. So, the goal was to fortify the team’s pitching staff.
Shane Bieber has been exceptionally good thus far, even though he’s only made two starts with his new team. Bieber struck out 15 over his first 11.1 IP as a Jay, seen his velocity tick up, and his changeup has been significantly good (63% Whiff%).
Bieber wasn’t the only notable add. The Jays picked up Seranthony Dominguez (Orioles), Ty France & Louie Varland (Twins). Varland hasn’t been as sharp as a Jay, nor has closer Jeff Hoffman over the last month.
Their late-game struggles are a reason why Toronto is 14-12 in August.
Brewers
Milwaukee sits atop the NL Central and the league as a whole. But, the Brewers didn’t do much at the deadline.
The most notable move was to get Shelby Miller, which required taking on the rest of Jordan Montgomery‘s contract. Miller (14 K over 9.2 IP) has been fine since his addition.
That’s just about it, as the Brewers made their moves well before the deadline. Milwaukee signed Jose Quintana just before the season started and acquired Quinn Priester in April; both moves worked out well. Additionally, the Brewers flipped Aaron Civale for Andrew Vaughn, who belted nine home runs over his first 43 games as a Brewer.
Cubs
The Cubs entered the deadline with a clear need: pitching. Their front office admitted as much.
Chicago was looking for both starting pitchers and relievers. The team addressed both but didn’t make major splashes.
Michael Soroka, acquired from the Nationals, only threw two innings before landing on the IL. Andrew Kittredge (80 ERA+) and Taylor Rogers (95 ERA+) were also brought in.
Kittredge was brought in at a hefty cost, as the Cubs traded away 17-year-old shortstop Wilfri De La Cruz. International players at that age have a lot of variability but the Cubs signed him for over $2MM just a few months earlier. And, he hit well (.865 OPS) in the DSL.
The Cubs have maintained a strong footing in the playoff race. And to do well in October, the pieces that were on this team to start the year will be leaned on heavily.
Dodgers
Much like the Cubs, the Dodgers had a quieter trade deadline.
Aside from the fact that it helped them hold on to their prospect cache, the Dodgers are the reigning World Series champions. What the Dodgers did bring in was depth. Outfielder Alex Call was brought in for depth, and he’s hit well thus far. Call slashed .270/.372/.432 (.805 OPS) across his first 44 plate appearances.
Additionally, the Dodgers moved off former top prospects James Outman and Dustin May, the former of whom was used to get reliever Brock Stewart.
Much like the Cubs, the Dodgers will need their big boys to play in October. Mookie Betts‘ .750 OPS in August is a major plus.
Mariners
Seattle went all-in this past July.
The Mariners re-acquired Eugenio Suarez and brought in Josh Naylor to beef up what was a strong offense to begin with. Julio Rodriguez heated up in the summer, and Cal Raleigh is having a historic 2025. Both Naylor and Suarez have brought more power, as the two combined for 11 home runs in August.
Although Suarez’s return has brought more swing-and-miss to the team. Suarez’s 32 strikeouts are in the top-15 of the league.
The reality for the Mariners is this: 2025 is a golden opportunity. With a strong rotation, a good bullpen, and bats, Seattle does have legitimate World Series potential. Seattle is in a playoff spot right now, which is all that matters.
Mets
It’s been a weird August for the Mets.
New York (NL) entered the deadline in first place of the NL East. Unfortunately for the Mets, an 11-16 record as of 8/30 pushed the Mets into the last Wild Card spot.
The Mets went all-in for relief pitching, acquiring Gregory Soto, Tyler Rogers, and Ryan Helsley, all of whom are very different, yet impressive relievers. Soto and Rogers have been fine by and large. Helsley, meanwhile, has dealt with tipping concerns and a 9.31 ERA as a Met.
The big positive for the Mets in August has been an injection of youth.
Padres
AJ Prellar and the Padres love big game hunting (see winter 2014, 2022, 2024). San Diego did it again.
The Padres gave up a haul and a half to get Ramon Laureano, Ryan O’Hearn, JP Sears, and Mason Miller. Sears only lasted three starts before going back to the Minors, while Miller (18 K over 10 IP) has been a revelation. Laureano, meanwhile, hit six home runs and a .929 OPS in 26 games since being acquired.
The trades San Diego made have implications beyond 2025. Sears and Miller are both controllable, while Laureano has a friendly $6.5MM team option for 2026. But with several players destined for free agency this winter, it’s win or bust in San Diego.
Phillies
The Phillies were one of several teams to be in on relievers. Philadelphia pulled the trigger to get one of the best closers in the game, in Jhoan Duran. Duran has been a stopper thus far, with eight saves in his first month with the Phillies.
Duran was part of an active deadline for the Phillies, one that also saw the team acquire Harrison Bader. However, the prize was the closer, one of the lone weaknesses on the roster.
It was a steep price for Duran. But, the Phillies are in win-now mode. This could be the last run for this group, one that might not have Ranger Suarez, J.T. Realmuto, or Kyle Schwarber next season. Even without Zack Wheeler, the Phillies have the depth to build a good top-three for October.
If the Phillies do win it all, the return won’t matter as much. Just ask Rangers fans about Cole Ragans.
Rays
Tampa came into July with legitimate playoff aspirations. In fact, the Rays fired one of the first trade shots when the team acquired Bryan Baker.
Unfortunately, a road-heavy second half has worn down the Rays. Tampa went 16-22 in their first 38 games of the second half. Thus, the Rays had a mixed deadline. Tampa traded away Zack Littell and Jose Caballero, while bringing in Adrian Houser and Griffin Jax, in addition to Baker.
Rangers
Texas, as of July 31, was a game out of an AL Wild Card spot. However, the Rangers went 12-14 since then.
This one can be chalked up to several factors. But, Merrill Kelly (121 ERA+), who has been excellent as a Ranger, can’t be blamed.
Danny Coulombe and Phil Maton both have ERAs north of 5.00 as Rangers. Those two surrendered five home runs over 18.1 IP between them, not ideal given that those two were brought in to stabilize a bullpen that needed additional depth.
Add that in major injuries to Evan Carter, Nathan Eovaldi, and Corey Seager, and it’s a recipe for problems.
Reds
The Reds came into the trade deadline with a 57-53 record and as contenders. As of August 30, their 68-67 record is an indication that things haven’t gone as planned.
Cincinnati was given a golden opportunity thanks to a slump by the Mets. However, a 3-6 road trip in late August moved the Reds from a game back of New York to five games back.
Now, it’s hard to blame the acquisitions for that. Nick Martinez and Andrew Abbott gave up a combined nine home runs in August, while Zack Littell (3.90 ERA) has provided some stability alongside Brady Singer and Hunter Greene. Ke’Bryan Hayes, meanwhile, blasted three home runs in August, more than he hit all year with Pittsburgh.
Red Sox
Boston has rolled since moving on from Rafael Devers. The Sox rattled over two seven-game or more win streaks since the trade, giving Boston some cushion over the last few weeks.
The Sox were rumored to be in on pitching and got one, in Dustin May. May, much like with the Dodgers, hasn’t been as sharp as we’ve seen from him in the past. Boston also grabbed a first baseman in August when Nathaniel Lowe was released.
It wasn’t a blockbuster deadline, to say the least. But, Boston’s offense and rotation are very good.
Tigers
Thanks to numerous injuries, the Tigers targeted starters in July.
Detroit brought in former Twin Chris Paddack and Charlie Morton, the latter of whom played for Tigers manager AJ Hinch in Houston. Morton’s been a reliable strikeout pitcher, with 36 over 27 innings. Paddack, meanwhile, has been a major concern. In August, Paddack gave up almost as many home runs (8) as strikeouts (9).
The Tigers are still comfortably in control of the AL Central. Their playoff rotation, if everyone stays healthy, should be fine. However, note that it wasn’t a game-changing deadline for a Tigers team that was already strong heading into the deadline.
Yankees
Finally, we get to the Yankees.
The Yankees’ bullpen has been both a strength and a weakness. Fernando Cruz and Tim Hill have been very good, while Luke Weaver was effective outside of the ninth inning. But with Devin Williams finding his way amidst a rough 2025, the Yankees acquired Camilo Doval, David Bednar, and Jake Bird.
Additionally, Ryan McMahon was acquired from the Rockies, while Jose Caballero was added just before the deadline from Tampa.
The results have been mixed. Caballaero’s been a nice utilityman with a .836 OPS as a Yankee. McMahon, meanwhile, struck out 36 over his first 30 games with a .648 OPS.
As for those relievers, Bednar (132 ERA+) has been the one true shining light. Doval, a pitcher who will never be a control pitcher, walked eight over his first 10.1 IP. Bird, meanwhile, was sent to Triple-A after getting hit hard across three outings.
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