Jul 21, 2021; Bronx, New York, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Spencer Howard (48) pitches against the New York Yankees during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports
Was that a crazy trade deadline or what? Even though the Texas Rangers only made two trades, they were seismic. And their action was only a small part of what comprised a frenzy of trades leading up to the July 30 deadline.
It was one of the most memorable trade deadlines of recent memory, whether on the buying or selling side.