What happened: The cutoff arrives at 6 p.m. ET, ending the in-season trade window for players on 40-man rosters. ESPN is compiling deadline news and analysis as clubs weigh moves.
Why it matters: The deadline forces contenders and sellers to settle on roster plans for the stretch run. Decisions made this week could reshape postseason races and prospect systems.
By the numbers: Seven days remain until the Aug. 3 cutoff.
What to watch: Watch for completed trades and clearer buyer-seller positions as the deadline approaches.