MLB Trade Deadline Showdown: Why Starting Pitchers Could Cost Teams Their Season—and Millions

Picture this: with the July 31 MLB trade deadline looming large, everyone’s got their eyes locked on starting pitching — the true crown jewel this season. No surprise here; when midseason trades roll around, dependable starters hold more clout than ever. But, this year’s ride ain’t gonna be a smooth one. Unlike some past deadlines that featured flashy aces ready to switch uniforms, this July feels a bit like a treasure hunt with fewer gems to find. Gone are the days when teams like the White Sox dangled top-tier arms like Garrett Crochet. Now? That elite echelon of starters is either healthy but off-limits or sidelined — with maybe Jacob deGrom dangling on the shelf but carrying a price tag that scares away all but the boldest pursuers.

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