As the MLB trade deadline nears, the deep-pocketed Mets have reportedly checked in on the availability of Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani
Could the reigning AL MVP actually be shipped off this week? Regardless of how unlikely that outcome may be, it won’t prevent teams from trying.On the topic of Soto, there’s been speculation that the Nationals could attach starting pitcher Patrick Corbin in any potential Soto deal in order to shed some of the left-hander’s salary. But that might not be a priority for Washington, as the team is a ways from competing for a title and has just $62 million on the books for next season.
The Cubs are also expected to trade All-Star outfielder Ian Happ in the coming days, as “almost everyone” is interested in acquiring him.
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