MLB Trade Rumors: All 30 Teams' Hottest News on the Rumor Mill

With two weeks to go until the MLB trade deadline, news and rumors are heating up, and it seems like every day new ones are popping up.

Each team has its own batch of news. Some may be looking to make a small trade, while others are in win-now-or-fire-sale mode. Likewise, some teams have a couple small moves in mind that make sense, while others want to grab that rental ace.

The hottest news for every team may change often, but for now this is the big news for the 30 teams.

Baltimore Orioles

For the first time in a long time, the Orioles are going to be buyers at the trade deadline. That being said, the fact that they don't have too much when it comes to prospects outside of Manny Machado and Dylan Bundy, may make a trade difficult.

Jayson Stark notes that they are interested in Mariners pitcher Jason Vargas. He hasn't been playing that well, but he is an innings-eater and certainly an improvement over most of their rotation right now.

More importantly, thanks to leading the league in home runs given up, he could be had at a bargain, and the O's would not have to give up too much.

Boston Red Sox

Everyone in the AL East seem to be buyers heading into the deadline, and despite hovering around .500, the Boston Red Sox are no exception, primarily since they will be getting players such as Jacoby Ellsbury back.

Boston is interested in acquiring Rafael Betancourt from the Rockies, but would prefer to get him for some marginal major league talent rather than prospects. Unless the Rockies get a major deal for him, I don't see this happening.

A trade for starting pitching, namely Ryan Dempster or Matt Garza, seems more likely for them.

New York Yankees

The New York Yankees are easily in first place in a tough AL East, they have Brett Gardner returning soon, and they have no major weaknesses in the lineup sans maybe catcher—but at least Chris Stewart has been a capable backup.

While it's possible the Yankees make a move for a starter (there are scouts looking at Ryan Dempster and Francisco Liriano), I would be shocked if they made a major move. Even with Andy Pettitte out for a while, they still have one of the best rotations in the division.

Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays will be a much better team once they get Evan Longoria back, and the fact that they're still in the hunt without him speaks volumes. Still, they could use a bat going forward big time.

Jon Heyman notes that Alfonso Soriano is a possibility for the Rays. It makes sense, as it would require the Cubs to eat most of the contract, and it gives Tampa a power hitter without sacrificing average (like they've had to do with Luke Scott and Carlos Pena).

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are hovering around .500 despite injuries, and they are in a tough spot. They are not a bad team, but aren't going to make the playoffs with what they have, so it seems like they should be buyers.

Jon Morosi of FOX Sports notes that they are interested in upgrading both the rotation and bullpen, with Matt Garza being a main target.

If they were to acquire Garza, they could move Aaron Laffey back to the bullpen and effectively upgrade both spots with one move.

Chicago White Sox

My first guess with the White Sox would have been that they already made their big move. They acquired Kevin Youkilis, who is suddenly playing great baseball, and they seem to be widening their first-place gap as a result.

Whether or not they make a second move depends on the health of John Danks and Philip Humber. If both remain out, then there's no question the White Sox take the plunge and grab another starter, especially since those two have struggled most of this season.

Cleveland Indians

The Indians are in a tough spot, as they need both pitching and hitting, yet are over .500. Plus, let's assume that Grady Sizemore isn't coming back, despite what the Indians may want everyone to think.

They remain in talks with the Padres for Carlos Quentin, which would be a great pickup, but they may not have the prospects to acquire him. If they don't pick him up, then pitching remains a possibility as well, but it's not as clear how major a pitcher they would try to get.

Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers were expected to run away with the AL Central, yet are mired in third place. They are only a few games back, though, and with a solid move could make it back to first.

In particular, they need to improve pitching, as all the starters behind Justin Verlander are, at best, underachieving. However, they may go a completely different direction.

Jayson Stark has them picking up Omar Infante if the Marlins decide to trade him. He would be a great fit there, and they could use some middle infield help to go with the iffy rotation.

Kansas City Royals

For the past couple seasons, the Royals have been a team considered on the upswing, but are in fourth place again this year and don't seem to be getting any better.

They are interested in acquiring a starter, particularly Shaun Marcum, but that seems to be an offseason move rather than a trade deadline move.

As for the next two weeks, they are probably the most likely of the sub-.500 teams to stand pat.

Minnesota Twins

If there's one team in the American League that is clearly going to be a seller at the trade deadline, it's the Minnesota Twins. And they have quite a few names that might fetch a price on the market.

The most obvious sell candidate is Francisco Liriano, who has bounced back after a horrendous start to the season. Now's the time to trade him, especially since there are at least three teams with interest.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have been making a charge of late and now are in second place, gradually closing the gap with the Texas Rangers.

Their pitching staff is their strength, but they are looking to further improve that, and they are interested in both Matt Capps and Francisco Liriano. Ernesto Frieri and Scott Downs have been lights-out, so I'm not sure where Capps fits in, but if Liriano stays on his game then that could be an intriguing move.

Oakland Athletics

The Oakland Athletics are in a confusing spot. They weren't expected to compete for a while, but they actually are in the race for a wild-card spot. Does that make them buyers or sellers?

In a sense, they could be both—but given the veteran pickups, it's more likely they will sell.

They plan to move Bartolo Colon, and I would be shocked if they didn't—he's having a decent enough year, but he wouldn't be of help to them down the stretch.

Seattle Mariners

We have another year of the Seattle Mariners being sellers, where they have a decent enough pitching staff but absolutely no offense to show for it.

The contract-year guys such as Kevin Millwood and Brendan Ryan are on the trade block, but Jason Vargas seems to be the biggest target. The Mariners modified his pitching schedule a bit to show him off, so it seems clear that if one guy is dealt, it will be him.

Texas Rangers

Personally, I find it hard to believe the Rangers will make a big move. Their lineup is the best in baseball, and their pitching staff has been great as well, even if the starting rotation could use a touch-up.

What surprises me, however, is a report that the Rangers had scouts in attendance for Cole Hamels' latest outing against the Rockies. Texas does have a good number of prospects, but I don't know if they have enough.

Should they acquire him, though, the playoff expertise of Hamels and Colby Lewis makes the 2012 World Series theirs to lose.

Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves are in second place in the NL East and are easily in striking distance of the wild-card spots, meaning that they'll be buyers at the deadline.

Tyler Pastornicky has been poor on both sides of the ball, so the Braves may try to acquire Brendan Ryan from the Mariners. It makes sense, though not ideal, since at least they have someone at defense to use while Andrelton Simmons is on the DL.

Miami Marlins

The Miami Marlins were expected to contend after a huge offseason, but finishing under .500 at the break means they will likely have to sell at the deadline, even if they didn't want to.

Given that Giancarlo Stanton is going to miss time and Heath Bell is going to be inconsistent, players like Omar Infante will get looks from other teams, which will help Miami improve a weak farm system.

New York Mets

The New York Mets are surprisingly in the playoff hunt, despite the fact that they seemed a safe bet to be in last. This is thanks to career years by R.A. Dickey and David Wright, as well as getting it done when it matters.

They are looking for another catcher and have asked about Ramon Hernandez and Kelly Shoppach. I don't see them making any crazy moves, though if they remain in striking distance, at least one move will be made.

Philadelphia Phillies

The Phillies went from one of the best teams in the league a year ago to, unfortunately, an utter mess. Their pitching staff is nowhere near where it should be, and the loss of Ryan Howard and Chase Utley was impossible to recover from.

As a result, they are big sellers.

Aside from the Cole Hamels saga, the biggest trade possibility out there is Shane Victorino. The asking price is high, but I see that changing before the deadline and I'd be surprised if he isn't dealt.

Washington Nationals

There are only a couple teams who have division leads yet could make a case for not making a move. The Washington Nationals are in first and have Drew Storen and Jayson Werth returning soon, which should help.

Bryce Harper's prowess and Werth's return gives the Nats the best outfield they've had in a while, and Mark Zuckerman agrees that they will be quiet. Pitching wins championships, after all, and they have it in spades.

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have been noted as the biggest projected sellers at the deadline and the only team that seems ready to have a fire sale.

Nothing has come up to dispute that, and they have enough pieces to trade that the team could look very different in August.

As for recent news, many scouts were in attendance for Matt Garza's last start, and he's going to be the big name to leave the Cubs. The question is where he will end up, as the Blue Jays, Tigers, Dodgers, Pirates and many others are teams of interest.

Cincinnati Reds

Despite being one of the top dogs in the NL Central, the Cincinnati Reds do have a couple weak spots to shore up. In particular, they need a legitimate leadoff hitter.

Both Denard Span and Juan Pierre are possibilities to fill that void for the Reds, and playing for a playoff-bound team would certainly push them a bit more while helping the Reds.

Houston Astros

With the worst record in baseball, it's natural that the Astros will be sellers. Brett Myers and Wandy Rodriguez have been ready to go for a while, it's just a matter of finding the buyer.

The Astros may have found one now in the Orioles, who contacted them about the pitcher. The O's need pitching depth, and Rodriguez is a consistent workhorse—the trade seems like it can work for both sides.

Milwaukee Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers are mired in fourth in the NL Central, and if they remain under .500 they may have to be sellers. Still, they are in a tough spot, as they could go either way.

Presuming that they end up as sellers, then Zack Greinke will be a top-tier target, even more so if Cole Hamels is signed long term. There are a good 10 teams trying to acquire the ace's expiring contract, and the Brewers really have their pick of the litter when it comes to trade offers.

Pittsburgh Pirates

When was the last time the Pirates were really buyers heading into the trade deadline? You would have to go back to the days of Barry Bonds.

The Pirates are right at the top of the NL Central, and if they can get a power bat to help their questionable hitting, they will be that much better.

Their main target is Justin Upton, who is having a down year but can put up MVP numbers. Putting him behind Andrew McCutchen makes the lineup as a whole that much better and could keep them in the playoff hunt.

St. Louis Cardinals

Last year, the Cardinals made a nice trade for Rafael Furcal. That, along with a late charge, helped them win the World Series. This year, it looks like their best shot is to do the same thing.

They signed Brian Fuentes and are also looking at starters as well, now that Kyle McClellan and Chris Carpenter are out. Ryan Dempster would be a great fit, but the Cubs probably won't trade with the Cardinals.

One of the surprising names that pops up is Bartolo Colon. He does have experience, but I don't know if he has the stamina to go through October.

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks had a dream run last year but are now are stuck in third, and as a result will probably end up sellers. Justin Upton's still young enough that he probably won't be traded, but who's left?

Jon Morosi has Willie Bloomquist as a trade possibility. He's hitting well this year, and if he's made available (I don't see why they wouldn't if they get something for him) then it's a move they should make.

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies have just not been producing this year, but with mostly young talent coming up to groom on the pitching end, it's tough to say if they'll do much on the selling front.

The Tigers are interested in acquiring Marco Scutaro, who has been having a decent year in Colorado. If it helps them gain a prospect or two, then it seems like a no-brainer to move him.

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Dodgers have been having a dream run in the NL West, and should be even better with Matt Kemp back. They are ready to make a huge trade if it means getting them to the World Series.

They are the main team in the chase to acquire Cole Hamels. They want him big time, but right now they may not have enough prospects to get him. The Phillies have an elite asking price for their star southpaw, and that could make all the difference here.

San Diego Padres

The big name floating around Padres trade rumors is Carlos Quentin, and for good reason. He has a one-year deal and is a power bat, which many teams in the playoff hunt sorely need.

However, one man who is popping up more of late is Chase Headley. The Orioles and other teams are interested in him, and with solid third basemen at a premium, the Padres could get a good amount back for him.

San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants are back where they were in 2010—up near the top of the NL West with a great pitching staff and solid lineup, though it could use some muscle.

A right-handed power bat is their best fit, which means that going after Carlos Quentin is likely a good move. He always has more home runs than most on the squad, and if they want to make a deep playoff run, they have to at least score a couple runs.