Though contending teams might be dreaming about the extreme unlikelihood that Jacob deGrom or Paul Skenes could become available — “You’re saying there’s a chance!” — this trade deadline is more about mid-tier starters and other complementary pieces.

The Boston Red Sox head into MLB games today with a 6-4 record in their last 10 games, making up a bit of ground in the American League playoff race. As the club begins to surge, one recent trade candidate has expressed a strong desire to play in Boston.

The Braves, Rangers, and Red Sox will be adopting an interesting strategy at the MLB trade deadline this year.