With Major League Baseball's trade deadline set for July 31, discussions surrounding starting pitching have intensified. While several players have emerged in trade rumors, the availability of many remains uncertain, and discrepancies exist between a pitcher's name recognition and their actual market value.

Among the pitchers under consideration is MacKenzie Gore of the Washington Nationals. Although reports indicate that the Nationals are receptive to trade inquiries, they are unlikely to part ways with the 2025 All-Star. Seattle Mariners are identified as a potential fit, considering their current pitching struggles, highlighted by injuries to key players. With Gore's solid performance, featuring a 3.59 ERA and 140 strikeouts over 112.2 innings, he could serve as a much-needed asset for Seattle, which boasts a strong farm system that could facilitate a trade.

Luis Severino of the Oakland Athletics is also a name that has surfaced in trade discussions. Despite being in the first year of a three-year contract worth $67 million, he is reportedly being considered for trade. The New York Mets may present an ideal landing spot for Severino, who has expressed dissatisfaction with his current home ballpark. Notably, the Mets' rotation has experienced significant challenges this season, making Severino's experience valuable amidst uncertainty. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs have expressed interest in trading for Dylan Cease, despite the San Diego Padres' unusual approach of actively seeking to bolster their roster rather than engage in a full sell-off.