With Major League Baseball's trade deadline less than two weeks away, the rumor mill is now in full operation. One name in particular seems popular among contenders: Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Mitch Keller,

Did you know that the Chicago Cubs were approached by the New York Mets two years ago in an attempt to get Pete Crow-Armstrong back? Well, that’s certainly a new one for all but the most inside of insiders.

They’ve been torching all comers for the bulk of the last two months, playing 19 games over .500 (31-12) since May 24. Impressively, they managed to shift into an even higher gear heading into the All-Star break, winning their last seven games — three of them against the mighty Dodgers — by a combined score of 40-14.

Mets: Mendoza said RHP Dedniel Núñez was feeling better. He wasn't available for Wednesday night's 5-3 loss at Texas because of a sinus infection. Cubs: SS Dansby Swanson was replaced by a pinch ...

The MLB trade deadline is right around the corner, and the New York Mets are among the many teams on the list to bring in players. After a strong start to the season, Steven Cohen and his squad are ready to have another postseason run.