Trade‑Deadline History Guides Teams on the Bubble as Deadline Picture Remains Murky

With the trade deadline approaching, MLB teams hovering near the playoff cutoff face tough decisions. By reviewing more than ten years of deadline transactions, analysts identified patterns that suggest whether clubs tend to buy, sell, or hold.

The study highlights how market dynamics and roster needs influence moves, giving front offices a data‑driven roadmap for the final week of the season.