With the MLB All-Star Game in the rearview mirror, attention now turns to the looming trade deadline on July 31 at 6 p.m. ET.

One current and one former Red Sox played pivotal roles in MLB’s first-ever swing-off to decide the outcome of the All-Star Game Tuesday night.

The Chicago Cubs are in position to compete for a World Series, but these trade deadline upgrades might put them over the top.