Strategic Moves Define 2024 MLB Trade Deadline

The 2024 MLB trade deadline saw strategic moves with the St. Louis Cardinals trading Dylan Carlson to the Tampa Bay Rays for reliever Shawn Armstrong and acquiring starter Erick Fedde from the Chicago White Sox. The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired pitcher Jack Flaherty, while the Baltimore Orioles added outfielder Eloy Jiménez. The San Diego Padres secured All-Star closer Tanner Scott, and the Milwaukee Brewers bolstered their pitching staff with Frankie Montas from the Cincinnati Reds. The New York Yankees picked up right-hander De Los Santos from the Padres, indicating a focus on bullpen depth. Despite fewer high-profile trades, the moves have positioned several teams for strong playoff pushes.