In the weeks leading up to the July 31 trade deadline, the Los Angeles Dodgers had their sights on acquiring impact arms to bolster their pitching staff.
The club appeared open to adding both starting pitchers and relievers in their effort to piece together the most talented roster possible for another deep postseason run. The Dodgers were linked to many of the biggest named rumored to be available, including Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez, who was seemingly a perfect fit.
However, the two-time All-Star ultimately stayed put in Pittsburgh as a result of the high asking price placed on him.