As the Los Angeles Dodgers weigh potential deadline deals to improve their roster, they don't want to subtract from the MLB club to do so if they can avoid it.

The Dodgers have long been expected to target bullpen help ahead of the trade deadline, which is now eight days away, but the urgency has ratcheted up after another bullpen implosion.

With the MLB trade deadline approaching, both the New York Yankees and New York Mets are reportedly searching for bullpen help.

Dodgers trade deadline: Breaking down potential fits, needs, best bullpen and infield targets The Dodgers could use middle infield and bullpen help in front of the trade deadline this year