We're hearing all kinds of trade rumors at this point time to cut through it and lay out five specific trades I think can -- and should -- happen:

1. Philadelphia Phillies trade LHP Cole Hamels to the Texas Rangers in exchange for RHP Chi Chi Gonzalez, OF prospect Nomar Mazara and C prospect Jorge Alfaro

Several teams have been in play for Hamels, including the Dodgers, Cubs, Rangers, Giants, Red Sox and Yankees. However, the Dodgers refuse to include pitching prospect Julio Urias, the Yankees won't include pitcher Luis Severino or outfielder Aaron Judge in a deal, and the Red Sox won't include catcher Blake Swihart. Therefore, the best fit might end up being the Rangers, who are willing to talk about all of their top prospects not named Joey Gallo. Gonzalez could go right into the Phillies' rotation, Mazara has the potential to be an impact corner outfielder, and if Alfaro can continue to develop as a catcher, that would make his 20-25-homer power even more devastating. In addition, the Phillies' savings of $22 million per year could be reallocated to another starting pitcher in this year's flooded free-agent class.

2. San Diego Padres trade RHP Tyson Ross and RHP Craig Kimbrel to the