The MLB trade deadline isn’t just about winning now—it’s a financial lifeline for teams drowning in payroll. Clubs are aggressively offloading expensive contracts, swapping big salaries for prospects or lesser players to breathe easier and build for the future. Matt Chapman’s massive deal and injury, Xander Bogaerts’ looming contract, and Sean Manaea’s hefty salary are all on the chopping block. It’s a high-stakes chess match where every move balances short-term survival with long-term strategy.

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