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ESPN Stats & Info’s guide to the deadline deals
- Updated: August 1, 2016
6:01 PM ET
It was a very busy final day of baseball’s trade deadline, and though no superstars were dealt, there were plenty of moves that bolstered postseason contenders. Here’s a look at some of the most notable acquisitions.
Dodgers make big splash, get Reddick and Hill
Not surprisingly, the Dodgers were in go-for-it mode and found a willing partner in the Athletics. They landed a bat in Josh Reddick and an arm in Rich Hill for three prospects.
Since returning to the majors last Sept. 13, Hill hasn’t allowed more than three earned runs in any game, though he’s dealt with a couple of health issues, including most recently a blister. Since his return to the majors, Hill’s 2.06 ERA is second among starters with at least 100 innings pitched.
Reddick is on pace for career highs in batting average (.296) and on-base percentage (.368). He has a .750 OPS since returning from injury on June 28. In 41 games before the injury, he had an .860 OPS.
Reddick gives the Dodgers a big bat against right-handed pitching. His .341 batting average ranks sixth among those with at least 100 at-bats against righties this season.
Mets pick up power with Bruce
Last season, the Mets nearly traded for Reds outfielder Jay Bruce but were unable to reach a deal, netting Yoenis Cespedes instead.
This year, needing another power bat, the Mets were able to secure Bruce in a deal with the Reds.
Bruce leads the National League with 80 RBIs, making him the first player to be traded during a season in which he was leading his league in RBIs, according to research from the Elias Sports Bureau. He has seven home runs and 16 RBIs in his last 10 games.
Since the All-Star Break, the Mets are last in the majors in runs per game (2.9) and 26th in OPS (.651).
Since the start of 2014, Bruce has 0.3 WAR, which makes him essentially a replacement-level player over his last 391 games. He’s hurt by his defense. His minus-13 defensive runs saved rank last among right fielders this season.
Rangers get a DH, a catcher and a reliever
The Rangers made a couple of bold moves in an attempt to put themselves in better …
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