The San Diego Padres did not think they would be spending the trade deadline desperately searching for bats.

The Houston Astros have a clear need that has to be addressed ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline; they desperately need a left-handed bat.

It seems a given the Astros are going to trade for a bat before this week's trade deadline, but who's it going to be? We took a look at 10 options believed to be available that would fit in Houston.

The Houston Astros are still in first place in the AL West, but they're now struggling. The post Jose Altuve Seemingly Calls on Astros Front Office to Act Before Trade Deadline Amid Offensive Woes appeared first on EssentiallySports.

The durable right-hander, reportedly part of the Padres' offer to the Red Sox for Jarren Duran, might not go anywhere between now and Thursday's deadline.

Dana Brown's options for a left-handed bat could include an infielder or outfielder with possible return of Jose Altuve to second base.

The plans of the Red Sox and how they're looking at Jarren Duran ahead of the trade deadline is revealed as Padres show interest.

The Chicago Cubs have needed to add a pitcher to their roster for the last few months. They could pull off a deadline blockbuster for an ace.