The Houston Astros do not get the credit when it comes to their farm system as a top to bottom group which is anywhere near the best in baseball. Though there a

It’s also not as though Kelly would come in and need to be their ace, as he would likely slide in behind Hunter Brown, who, in 20 starts, has a 2.57 ERA and Framber Valdez, who sports a 2.75 ERA in 19 starts.

“The Mariners have their best chance of making the World Series since 2022, the last time they won 90 games,” wrote Bowden. “As far as major needs, they appear to be just one impact bat away, and the Diamondbacks’ Josh Naylor would be the perfect fit.

Starting pitching and a third baseman are on the Chicago Cubs' shopping list ahead of the MLB trade deadline, according to The Athletic's Jim Bowden.

Here is the latest intel I’ve received in conversations and texts with front office executives from all 30 teams and others in the game.

He's a former Silver Slugger and also helped the Braves win the 2021 World Series. At 28 years old, Albies is also nearing the end of his current deal. While his contract, $35 million over seven years, runs out at the end of 2025, he has two team options for 2026 and 2027 at $7 million each.

Houston managed just four hits in opening loss to Seattle and despite Astros' pitching injuries, adding more offense is becoming priority.

With Yordan Alvarez still sidelined, the Astros have a need they want to secure before the trade deadline approaches.

MLB’s July 31 trade deadline is rapidly approaching, but don’t worry — Post Sports+ has you covered with two of baseball’s best newsbreakers locked and loaded.