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Steve Adams

2:53

Jon Gray, Tyler Anderson, Matthew Boyd (if healhty), Kyle Gibson, Michael Pineda (if healthy), Sonny Gray.

Yusei Kikuchi is an interesting possibility given his contract.

And I'll be curious to see if the Pirates get some buy-low offers from other rebuilding or underperforming clubs, on Mitch Keller, whom they just cannot seem to get going.

Feury

2:54

Any we maybe getting closer to the Brewers re-signing Ryan Braun to play 1B? At SOME point the Brewers have to address their corner infield, right? Or is this it, and they just keep hoping something finally clicks in.... anyone?

Steve Adams

2:54

Braun has said he's happy not playing.,

2:55

The Brewers will likely have to address their corner infield, yes, but for the moment at least, Vogelbach is hitting pretty well at first base (at least for the past few weeks)

I'm still a fan of Vogelbach's bat and think he can be a serviceable option there. Eduardo Escobar would be a good add for Milwaukee.

2:56

Now envisioning a team with Escobar and Willy Adames on it, I badly want that to happen. Two of the most energetic and personable guys on big league rosters.

Chuck

2:57

How would a serious injury to Glasnow impact the Rays post season chances?

Steve Adams

3:00

They already put him on the 60-day IL; I'd say it's fair to call the existing injury "serious," even if he avoids surgery. I think you have to ding them a fair bit, but the way they've played so far and with their current spot in the standings, I still think it's likelier than not that they make it. That's especially true since they're likely to make some deadline adds, still can call up Franco/Brujan/Patino ... there's just too much talent there for me to think one player sinks the chances.

Giant Downunder

3:00

Giants on a roll.
what do they need to keep rolling.
Another starter, bullpen??

Steve Adams

3:01

Both -- preferably someone controlled beyond 2021 for the rotation, as they have what ... five? ... guys up for free agency this winter? Gausman, DeSclafani, Cueto, Wood, Sanchez

3:01

Who do you think is the most likely centerfield target for the Yankees this deadline?

Steve Adams

3:03

Depends whether they're willing to go over the tax line and/or able to move some money (e.g. dump the rest of the Hicks contract).

Ketel Marte's contract is manageable enough that they could probably swing it without needing to dump Hicks, but the prospect cost is going to be pretty sizable. That said, I like that fit for the Yankees more than other potential suitors (Mets, Astros) because I feel the Mets will be more motivated.

3:04

If they just want to go cheap, Michael A. Taylor, I guess.

Adam Steves

3:05

What's up with Rhys Hoskins fogetting how to hit. He's like 1 for 40

Steve Adams

3:06

Hitting is hard. Hoskins hasn't had a non-homer drop into play since June 6. He's hitting too many weak flies and pop-ups, but more than a quarter of those balls have still been hit at 95+ mph. I'd be more concerned with a mammoth uptick in K%, which isn't there.

3:08

Alright. I need to wrap up for the week, as I have a commitment at 3:30 CT. I'm on Twitter @Adams_Steve for more questions and happy to provide some thoughts there. Thank you, as always, for supporting MLBTR and for participating in these chats. They're enjoyable and, I hope, provide some value and/or entertainment for everyone.

Have a great weekend!

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