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Three teams have tried it. Will others follow suit once the season starts? What’s the risk-reward calculus? Which hitters could be targeted?

Jayson Stark200

While any optimism about Joey Gallo must be tempered, it is not unfounded. With a strong season, he could be a coveted free agent at 30.

Ken Rosenthal179

The Twins previously tried to acquire Joey Gallo several times. Now that they’ve actually landed him, they’re excited about his potential.

Dan Hayes210

Minnesota added another left-handed-hitting outfielder in Gallo, making it increasingly likely they’ll trade Kepler.

Dan Hayes and Aaron Gleeman179

Justin Turner is one potential target for the Twins now that Carlos Correa is officially off the board.

Dan Hayes312

After Carlos Santana signs, what’s next? According to a source, the Pirates have “genuine and ongoing interest” in free agent Kyle Gibson.

Rob Biertempfel42

Gallo’s batting line could see an uptick with the banning of shifts, so he’ll still draw interest from clubs willing to bet on his upside.

Fabian Ardaya32

“They told me, ‘Hey, I’m going to tell you the team: It’s New York.’ And I was like, ‘OK. This is gonna be a lot,’” Gallo recalled.

Levi Weaver41

What big names could get traded this offseason? Here are the 10 players being discussed the most by executives around the league.

Jim Bowden198

A left-handed power hitter by the name of Joey Gallo seems like a predestined fit for the New York Yankees.

Lindsey Adler61

Plus, some more Joey Votto talk and a look into my texts about the Yankees with Michael Schur.

Joe Posnanski130

Last week gave us the most active trade deadline in years — new jerseys on old players, old colors around new players. Here’s a cheat sheet.

Nick Groke4

General manager Brian Cashman’s approach demonstrated the Yankees see a path for themselves in the American League this year.

Lindsey Adler46

The Yankees and Dodgers are wheeling and dealing and Joey Votto is red-hot, but who’s watching?

Joe Posnanski107

The move is a sign to the team that the organization believes the record does not reflect their ability to contend this season.

Lindsey Adler116

More talent is likely to bleed out as the deadline approaches, with Kyle Gibson and Ian Kennedy almost certainly next to depart.

Levi Weaver113

Second baseman Ezequiel Duran is the highest-rated of the four prospects heading to Texas in the trade for the outfielder.

Keith Law103

The aggressive play that led Gallo to his first Gold Glove came at the behest of Tony Beasley, a coach who’s unafraid to challenge players.

Levi Weaver8

Gallo is one of the most talked-about trade targets going into this year’s deadline. Can the Braves or Jays make an intriguing offer?

Jamey Newberg, David O’Brien and more146

Joey Gallo? Trevor Story? José Ramírez? The July 30 deadline is when teams’ posturing ends and true intentions are revealed.

Ken Rosenthal256

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