The Major League Baseball trade deadline is July 31, which means we're eight days away and the ticking of the clock is starting to become audible. We've seen very little movement thus far, but there's still some sorting out to be done in the standings and we've got over a week.

The Chicago Cubs don't necessarily need to be active ahead of the July 31 MLB trade deadline to feel good about their World Series chances.

The Twins are seeking at least two top-100 caliber prospects in exchange for either Duran or Jax, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Passan goes on to note that such an exorbitant asking price has made teams reluctant to approach the Twins about a potential trade for Ryan, a top of the rotation starter two years away from free agency.

MLB trade deadline is a little more than a week away. Teams have until 6 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 31, to make their most impactful additions to prior to the stretch run and postseason. The old August and September waiver trade system is no more.

Miami Marlins veteran starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara has struggled mightily this season, and his trade value has dwindled leading up to the July 31 deadline.

With the trade deadline coming up, Rockies Ryan McMahon, German Marquez or Mickey Moniak may have appeal for other teams.

The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets could both have their sights set on a blockbuster trade for Miami Marlins young pitcher Edward Cabrera.

Each of this season's contenders has at least one hole on their roster. Here's how they might fix that before July 31.