Dodgers Adjust Roster, Pursue Reliever Amid Trade Deadline Pitching Shortage

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, several teams are making critical decisions to improve their rosters amid struggles and changing roles. The Los Angeles Dodgers are actively seeking bullpen reinforcements, with Alexis Díaz showing signs of a comeback after being traded from the Reds, and rumors linking them to Tampa Bay Rays closer Pete Fairbanks. Despite this, some Dodgers players, including top prospect Rushing and pitcher Bobby Miller, face uncertain futures, with Miller recently being moved to the bullpen in Triple-A amid ongoing performance challenges. Across the league, starting pitching upgrades are in demand, but impact arms are scarce; for example, Miami Marlins’ Sandy Alcántara, a former Cy Young winner, remains underperforming but could benefit a playoff contender. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs are confronting bullpen difficulties, with veteran reliever Ryan Pressly struggling significantly and potentially facing a trade to clear roster space for new additions. These moves highlight the urgency and complexity teams face as they balance immediate competitiveness with long-term roster management.