The MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching, and teams around baseball have needs. So how can they fill those needs? More specifically, which players might offer a solution? Here are seven players who could help a contender in a deal before the July 31 trade deadline.

The Giants' move to send a package to the Red Sox to get Rafael Devers likely won't be the only impactful deal made before July 31.

The Boston Red Sox fought their way back into the postseason race, but then traded away their best hitter. They could swing a trade to land his replacement.