The AL West is a hotbed of activity as teams make their final push for the playoffs. The Twins, in particular, have been aggressive in their pursuit of a playoff berth, acquiring Dean Kremer, A.J. Minter, and Jeff Hoffman at the trade deadline. However, their interest in Kevin Gausman and Jose Soriano, among others, was not reciprocated, as the Twins were not willing to part with top prospects like Walker Jenkins. The Angels' Zach Neto, on the other hand, remained with the team despite interest from the Twins and Mariners, who were reportedly only conducting due diligence. The Angels' John Mozeliak, acting as interim head of the front office, may be a factor in the team's decision-making. The Mariners' interest in Neto could have been a strategic move, given J.P. Crawford's impending free agency. Meanwhile, Carlos Correa, who underwent ankle surgery in May, is making surprising progress towards a potential late-season return. Jack Leiter, who underwent ankle surgery in June, is also on the mend and is expected to begin a minor league rehab assignment soon. The AL West is a competitive division, with teams making last-minute moves to bolster their playoff chances. The Twins' aggressive approach, the Angels' retention of Neto, and the Mariners' interest in him all contribute to a dynamic and unpredictable landscape.
