The 2023 MLB trade deadline has officially come and gone. The biggest storyline was the Mets unloading two of their ace starting pitchers following a disappointing 2023 campaign. The most intriguing was the Astros reacquiring Justin Verlander from the Mets just a half season after Verlander left Houston to sign with New York.
The Astros are firmly entrenched as one of the top World Series contender this fall, and the addition of Verlander improves an already strong rotation. Earlier this week, the Rangers continued their World Series push by acquiring Max Scherzer from the Mets in a move that makes an already solid rotation that much stronger. With the Astros and Rangers both adding fuel to their pitching staffs, it certainly won't be a surprise if this year's World Series winner comes out of the state of Texas.
With the trade deadline officially in our rearview mirror, let's dive into Wednesday's picks in the MLB slate.
All times Eastern | Game odds via SportsLine consensus
