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MLB trade rumors: Yankees, Red Sox shut out on Padres' Brad Hand?

While much of the trade deadline talk right now surrounds Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado and the bevy of mediocre starting pitchers available, it's easy to forget that most contenders will also look to improve their bullpens.

That includes the Yankees (who have to monitor the health of Aroldis Chapman) and Red Sox (who need a bridge to All-Star closer Craig Kimbrel).

Earlier this week, reports surfaced that both AL East contenders are chasing Orioles reliever Zach Britton.

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