MLB trade deadline 2026: Grading every team's deadline results, from an A+ for the Dodgers to an F+ for the Reds

Yahoo Sports writer Jake Mintz graded every MLB team's performance at the 2026 trade deadline, awarding the Los Angeles Dodgers an A+ for their activity while giving the Cincinnati Reds an F+. The Rays, Padres, Pirates, and Cubs also received high marks for their deadline dealings. The article was published on August 4, 2026, covering the full range of moves made ahead of the deadline.