Since 2021, eight good-but-not-great lefty relievers on expiring contracts have been traded at the deadline.

At the top of his agenda, above the sexy items such as front-line starter or middle-of-the-order impact bat, was bullpen help.

“Drew Gilbert is now hitting .338/.403/.723 in July with six home runs in 72 plate appearances, and it sure seems like a good time to give him his first look at the major league level,” Amazin Avenue...