What happened: MLB.com's trade rumor coverage links Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers to both the Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros as the deadline approaches. Houston has already traded McCullers and Gordon to Milwaukee this week, while Cincinnati has continued adding to its roster this month.

Why it matters: Houston sits below .500 and has leaned toward moving veterans rather than buying. Cincinnati's activity comes after signing first-rounder Justin Lebron and locking up Chase Burns on a seven-year extension, signaling the Reds are still building rather than selling.

What to watch: Further reporting on any Langeliers deal is expected as the trade deadline nears.