How the fates of all 30 MLB teams have changed since the trade deadline -- and what's next

ESPN has published a comprehensive post-trade-deadline guide assessing the postseason readiness of all 30 MLB teams following the 2026 trade deadline. The guide includes power rankings, prospect rankings for every player dealt, and analysis from executives and scouts on the impact of deadline moves. Key storylines include Pete Crow-Armstrong emerging as the new NL MVP odds leader and various teams making notable risk-taking moves that drew mixed reactions from fans.