# World Cup Final Preview with MLB Trade Deadline Chaos: Way Or No Way, X-Factors and Blockbuster Trades

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Podcast: [Stripe Sports](https://stenobird.com/podcast/stripe-sports-1161675)
Published: 2026-07-17T15:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

The World Cup Final is here! We break down the biggest storylines, key matchups, X-factors, and make our final predictions before the biggest game in soccer. Then we shift to MLB as trade deadline season reaches another level. In a loaded edition of Way or No Way, we debate whether the Tigers should keep Tarik Skubal, if the Royals should actually entertain Bobby Witt Jr. offers, whether Mike Trout could finally be moved, if the Mets should consider trading Francisco Lindor or Bo Bichette, and much more. Plus: Top 5 Biggest AL X-Factors Top 5 Biggest NL X-Factors Top 5 Teams That Should Trade For Rafael Devers Best Landing Spots For The Biggest Trade Candidates 10 Star Players Teams Should Seriously Consider Trading The World Cup's biggest match and baseball's wildest rumors—all in one episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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