MLB's trade market remains in flux a week before July 31's non-waiver trade deadline.
The blame falls on a muddled American League wild-card race, which has blurred the line between contenders and pretenders. Hot and cold streaks continue to alter the league's buyers and sellers, but one squad has already started a much-needed path toward the future.
Another looks poised to shatter the deadline's trade landscape by shopping an ace. Or at least that's what suitors hope.
Rather than waiting around, a few title hopefuls already addressed their needs on the trade market. Others have yet to strike, so let's look at the league's latest chatter with one week left to freely negotiate.