This article was originally published on www.si.com as Dylan Cease Being Chased Hard by American League Contender Before Trade Deadline. Dylan Cease has emerged as one of the most coveted starting pitchers at the 2025 MLB trade deadline, but it appears one American League contender is chasing the San Diego Padres righty the hardest.

The New York Yankees' starting rotation has been without Gerrit Cole and Luis Gil all season. Gil is slated to return, but the team could use reinforcements as they look to turn things around.

Right-hander Michael King (4-2, 2.59 ERA) hasn’t pitched since May 18 due to a shoulder injury. On top of that, fellow right-hander Dylan Cease (3-10, 4.79 ERA) is having one of the worst seasons of his career.