With Tuesday's 6 p.m. ET trade deadline rapidly approaching, the Los Angeles Dodgers appear to be contemplating a blockbuster deal. Los Angeles, which remains atop the NL West ahead of the deadline, is reportedly interested in New York Mets pitcher Justin Verlander.
"The Dodgers have been engaged with the Mets on the potential of landing Justin Verlander, sources have told ESPN," Alden Gonzalez of ESPN wrote on Monday.
While the idea of adding the three-time Cy Young winner for the stretch run is intriguing, Los Angeles may find a more sensible trade target in Detroit Tigers pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez.