There was plenty of speculation that the Kansas City Royals would trade Seth Lugo before the deadline, but the star ace isn't going anywhere this season.

The Royals reached a multi-year contract extension with Lugo on Sunday night, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. Further specifics on his new deal are not yet known. Though Lugo was widely considered one of the top trade candidates ahead of the deadline this summer, he'll now be in Kansas City for years to come.

After reinforcing the infield with Ryan McMahon and Amed Rosario, the Yankees are seeking a starting pitcher, according to ESPN. They are not eager to trade top prospects George L

One rival executive believes the San Francisco Giants are poised to be big buyers at the 2025 MLB trade deadline.

The Chicago Cubs desperately need to add a starting pitcher at the trade deadline. Who could they look to land as the deadline quickly closes in?

Seth Lugo is off the trade market. The Royals and the right-hander are finalizing a multi-year contract extension, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported Sunday night. Terms of the deal were not immediately made available.

Every team, including buyers and sellers, will likely get busy at the 2025 MLB trade deadline. So, what is one move each team should make?

Jul 11, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics pitcher Luis Severino (40) throws a pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays during the third inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images / Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

M ajor League Baseball's trade deadline is scheduled for next Thursday, which means teams have less than a week to get their midsummer shopping done. The moves have already started, as the Mariners recently acquired Josh Naylor from the Diamondbacks while the Yankees acquired Ryan McMahon in a trade with the Rockies .