The Major League Baseball trade deadline is July 31, which means we're eight days away and the ticking of the clock is starting to become audible. We've seen very little movement thus far, but there's still some sorting out to be done in the standings and we've got over a week.

As the Mets look to upgrade their rotation ahead of the deadline, they are reportedly among teams who have spoken with the San Diego Padres about right-hander Dylan Cease, according to ESPN's Buster Olney.

The San Diego Padres have been closely linked to a blockbuster trade for Boston Red Sox star outfielder Jarren Duran for the last few weeks.

Despite sitting in the third wild-card spot in the National League, the San Diego Padres are at least willing to listen to offers Dylan Cease prior to the July 31 trade deadline.

MLB insider says the San Diego Padres are a 'long shot' to trade for Boston Red Sox star with 51 RBI despite strong interest ahead of the deadline.

The Miami Marlins have been named in a huge three-team trade with the Boston Red Sox and San Diego Padres before the MLB trade deadline.

The San Diego Padres have to do some payroll gymnastics to address their needs and not take themselves out of the playoff race at the trade deadline.