While other National League playoff contenders made a flurry of blockbuster deals, the Dodgers took a small-ball approach, largely banking on the return of several key veterans.

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue their crusade to upgrade their bullpen ahead of the MLB trade deadline. On Wednesday, the club added some depth by trading for RHP Paul Gervase and LHP Adam Serwinowski in a three-way deal with the Tampa Bay Rays and Cincinnati Reds.

In a series of trade deadline deals, the Los Angeles Dodgers shipped starting pitcher Dustin May to the Boston Red Sox while also receiving some outfield and bullpen help on Thursday.