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Skubal to Dodgers, García to Yankees as MLB teams make additions before trade deadline

MLB teams finalize high-profile roster adjustments as the trade deadline passes.

By · Published August 5, 2026  10:41 UTC · Updated August 7, 2026  23:33 UTC

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 8 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 8 distinct news outlets with 8 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 6.
  • Primary Driver: MLB teams finalize high-profile roster adjustments as the trade deadline passes.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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Activity in the lead-up to the MLB trade deadline was marked by significant roster shifts. The Philadelphia Phillies acknowledged the Los Angeles Dodgers’ acquisition of Tarik Skubal, publicly stating they are not intimidated by the move. This headline activity preceded a flurry of transactions in the final 24 hours.

The San Francisco Giants executed five separate trades within the final day of the window. Concurrently, the Boston Red Sox engaged in restructuring, trading Marcelo Mayer to the Giants in exchange for reliever Erik Miller. Additional reporting from MLB.com indicates that the Red Sox also secured outfield assistance by adding White.

The trade deadline has now concluded, leaving teams to integrate their new personnel into existing lineups. While the Phillies have addressed the Dodgers' recent acquisition, the specific on-field impact of these transactions remains subject to the upcoming schedule of games. Coverage does not yet specify the full scope of internal roster adjustments beyond those confirmed in the recent transactions.

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Which teams were involved in the swap of Marcelo Mayer and Erik Miller?

The Boston Red Sox traded Marcelo Mayer to the San Francisco Giants for reliever Erik Miller.

Did the San Francisco Giants complete other trades?

Yes, coverage from SFGATE notes that the Giants completed five trades in the final 24 hours before the deadline.

How did the Phillies respond to the Dodgers acquiring Tarik Skubal?

According to the Inquirer, the Phillies stated they are not scared of anyone following the move.

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