The Los Angeles Angels made a major trade to fortify the bullpen, but a key insider isn't convinced they are legitimate buyers.

The trade deadline in Major League Baseball can flip a season on its head. Teams looking for that last spark often pull off moves that either fizzle out or turn into magic. Every so often, a single acquisition completely reshapes a club’s fortunes and leads to champagne showers and a shiny trophy in October.

The Los Angeles Angels recently swung a shocking trade to acquire two pitchers from the Washington Nationals, and it could shake up the entire trade deadline.

The Cubs' potent offense and breakout seasons from Pete Crow-Armstrong and others have them eyeing a deep playoff run, but with rotation depth lacking, a trade for MacKenzie Gore could be the bold move needed to contend in 2025.

The Cubs would like to add MacKenzie Gore to their rotation, but the Nationals have a steep asking price for the young star.

The Washington Nationals are prime contenders to be sellers ahead of Thursday's MLB trade deadline, and starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore is garnering plenty of attention.