Spencer Jones has heard the rumors. But the New York Yankees' 6-foot-7 slugging prospect knows one thing: “I want to play in New York and be a part of this organization," Jones told The Athletic's Chris Kirschner. Whether Jones makes it to August in the Yankees' organization remains to be seen, though.

Suarez entered the week with 36 home runs and 86 RBI, continuing six years of consistent right-handed pop. For a Yankees lineup that’s lacked consistent depth behind Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger, that kind of production from third base would be a boost.

Industry sources say the Mariners and Diamondbacks have engaged in preliminary discussions about Eugenio Suarez, a candidate for the National League MVP.

Arizona Diamondbacks star Eugenio Suarez is blasting home runs at an astonishing rate. He is now tied for second in MLB in homers this year.

Eugenio Suarez, one of the most coveted bats ahead of the trade deadline, hit his fifth home run in three games for the Diamondbacks on Monday.

Eugenio Suárez has extended his home run streak for the Arizona Diamondbacks, hitting his fifth in three games

ESPN's MLB insider, Jeff Passan, recently suggested there was a 90 percent chance the Arizona Diamondbacks will trade slugger Eugenio Suárez ahead of the trade deadline. Passan also listed the Chicago Cubs as one of the best fits for the star infielder.

Eugenio Suárez is one of the hottest players in baseball right now. He's also one of the hottest trade targets in the MLB. With the trade deadline approaching at the end of July, contenders are looking to upgrade their lineups.