Texas Rangers outfielder Ian Desmond hit his 20th home run of the season during Wednesday's 6-4 loss to the Oakland Athletics, becoming just the fourth player in major league history to record 20-homer campaigns as both a primary shortstop and center fielder, per MLB Stat of the Day (h/t MLB.com's Ryan Posner).

After missing the last 80 games due to a suspension, Dee Gordon is finally making his return to the Miami Marlins.  

Per the Marlins' official Twitter account, Gordon was reinstated from the restricted list, and Don Kelly was designated for assignment to make room on the 25-man roster. 

MLB's August 1 non-waiver trade deadline is fast approaching, and as of Thursday morning, we haven't seen any crazy deals go down. 

However, that's what the weekend is for. 

Dominant Kansas City Royals closer Wade Davis is reportedly generating interest ahead of the Aug. 1 trade deadline as the team is forced to make a tough decision about whether to buy or sell.

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The MLB trade deadline is on Monday, Aug. 1—a day later than usual since the typical date of July 31 falls on a Sunday this year.

The Aug. 1 non-waiver trade deadline is rapidly approaching, and already we've seen some significant action on the MLB trade market.

Among the names that already have been on the move this month include Drew Pomeranz, Aroldis Chapman, Brad Ziegler, Melvin Upton Jr., Mike Montgomery, Joaquin Benoit, Drew Storen, Aaron Hill and Lucas Harrell.

That said, there are still plenty of impact players on the market, as the next couple of days figure to be equally busy with teams looking to shore up their rosters for the stretch run.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher James Shields could reportedly be moved for the second time this season before the Aug. 1 trade deadline.  

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There are just a few days left before Major League Baseball's August 1 non-waiver trade deadline, and the rumor mill is replete with tidbits regarding some of the best players in the league.

Any list that ranks the top available players at the trade deadline must first be qualified by its criteria.

Simply being among the most talented players available won’t put a guy on the list. There are few exceptions, though, like Mike Trout who sits atop this list. Even though he fills the other criteria, his otherworldly talent is enough reason to rank him first.

Days before August 1's MLB trade deadline, two All-Star pitchers have already changed leagues.

The Boston Red Sox kicked off the summer activity by acquiring Drew Pomeranz from the San Diego Padres. While it was hardly a surprise to see them locate another arm, teams typically don't find 27-year-olds under team control.