A "player to be named later" is an unnamed player involved in a trade between two teams, allowing clubs to get deals done before officially finalizing it. PTBNLs are often chosen from a short list of players that the negotiating teams agree on prior to the trade being finalized. They are generally minor leaguers or journeyman MLBers.

The MLB trade deadline is drawing near. Here's everything to know about what could be a jam-packed trade bonanza.

The 2022 Cy Young winner is an intriguing option in a deadline with a dearth of impact starting pitching available. His ERA is over 7.00 for the Miami Marlins

Rich Hill claimed a piece of history on Tuesday night when he started for the Kansas City Royals against the Chicago Cubs (GameTracker). Hill, the oldest active player in the league at age 45, thereby tied Edwin Jackson's major-league record by suiting up for his 14th different team.

The Kansas City Royals are set to give 45-year-old Rich Hill a start, making him the oldest active player in MLB. Who else is on the list?

Matthew Boyd pitched seven crisp innings for his 11th win, and the Chicago Cubs spoiled Rich Hill’s return to the majors with a 6-0 win over the Kansas City Royals

Ben Rice blasted a tie-breaking home run in the ninth inning and the visiting New York Yankees defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on Tuesday night.

Expert recap and game analysis of the New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays MLB game from July 22, 2025 on ESPN.

Your eyes are not fooling you. Winners of 11 straight games, the Brewers have catapulted to the top of our rankings. Similar to Rays teams of the past, they just keep finding ways to defy preseason expectations and win baseball games.