MLB trade deadline 2026: Early intel from Olney, Passan

ESPN's Buster Olney and Jeff Passan are reporting early intelligence ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, analyzing which teams hold the most leverage and whether the deadline will produce significant activity. Their coverage includes an updated ranking of the top 100 trade deadline candidates and their potential fits with other teams. Additional reporting examines the Boston Red Sox's recent win streak and its implications for their deadline strategy.