However, if they don't go on a run right out of the gate, they could opt to act as sellers ahead of the trade deadline. One thing's for certain, though, and that's that Byron Buxton will not be on the move.

Derek Falvey arrived in Minnesota from the Guardians' front office, a system known for maximizing pitching and churning the roster efficiently. Manager Rocco Baldelli came from the Rays, where roster manipulation and deadline boldness are basically a front-office tradition.

TheRed Sox continue to be mentioned as a team that's in the running for a high-end starting pitcher. Here's the latest from Jared Carrabis.