A "player to be named later" is an unnamed player involved in a trade between two teams, allowing clubs to get deals done before officially finalizing it. PTBNLs are often chosen from a short list of players that the negotiating teams agree on prior to the trade being finalized. They are generally minor leaguers or journeyman MLBers.

The MLB trade deadline is drawing near. Here's everything to know about what could be a jam-packed trade bonanza.

The MLB trade deadline is now less than 10 days away, so it should only be a matter of time before rumors start turning into action.