One GM said the Guardians are still in talks about star pitcher Shane Bieber, but the latest information is that a trade involving Bieber is highly unlikely.
The Guardians have a chance to win the AL Central Division championship, so threading that needle was always going to be difficult.
The Red Sox are keeping an eye on Jorge Soler, but there is suspicion that he will likely be re-tendered by the rival Blue Jays. The Mariners are also keeping an eye on Soler, but that seems unlikely.
Former Red Sox J.D. Martinez and Justin Turner should be candidates to fill Boston's right-handed hitter needs, but they are looking at cheaper options like Tommy Pham, Randal Grichuk, or perhaps their old friend Quique Hernandez. may be considered more seriously.
The Red Sox are reportedly interested in acquiring Masanao Yoshida (Ken Rosenthal reports), but a trade for Yoshida is not considered particularly likely at this point.
Kenley Jansen, mentioned in the same report, is certainly available and wouldn't be a bad idea in a Dodgers uniform. Evan Phillips is an outstanding player, but extra help won't hurt baseball's super teams.
The Red Sox have made some forward-thinking moves (e.g. Tyler O'Neal, Vaughn Grissom), but they're starting to get into the habit of being outbid wherever they are. Apparently finishing last three times in four years isn't a motivating factor for people.
The Mets seem to be focusing on their bullpen, but they should consider either Martinez or Turner as the DH. Martinez would solve the long-standing problem of who will protect Pete Alonso in the lineup, and Turner would provide insurance at third base in case Brett Batty struggles.
The Diamondbacks and Rangers are among the logical teams for Turner or Martinez.
The Padres are considering bringing back Gary Sanchez, who has done a great job for both parties, but there are gaps in negotiations.
Angels owner Arte Moreno is said to be “in the weeds” when it comes to big pitchers. This suggests a possible change in direction, but for now they aren't chasing the big guys as hard as they should.
