The Milwaukee Brewers have surged to the top of the National League Central standings. Milwaukee is currently tied for first with the Chicago Cubs and own MLB's best record (34-12) since May 25. Right-hander Freddy Peralta's name continues to surface in trade rumors.

Several MLB insiders have cited corner outfield as a position that the Milwaukee Brewers could target at the trade deadline. However, the Brewers already have a crowded outfield picture as it is.

After the Cardinals were swept by the Diamondbacks, teams were calling to see if they were looking to trade some players.

The Milwaukee Brewers can currently do no wrong; they have the Midas touch. Winners of 11 straight contests, the surging squad has closed the gap on the Chicago

The Red Sox signed Alex Bregman to a three year, $120MM contract this offseason. In reality, it's a series of one year deals at $40MM per year. Bregman has the opportunity to opt out at the end of this season and it's highly likely that he will. That is, unless he signs an extension with the Red Sox. Here's what Bowden wrote:

As the Major League Baseball trade deadline approaches (5 p.m. CT Aug. 1), we'll keep tabs on the rumors and speculation related to the Milwaukee Brewers from around the internet.

The Chicago Cubs have been urged to go "all-in" for a starting pitcher like MacKenzie Gore or Joe Ryan before the MLB trade deadline.