Dustin May sparks ‘hug watch’ with telling Cardinals dugout reception amid trade rumors

Dustin May may have just made his final start for the St. Louis Cardinals. With the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaching, May took the mound against the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night at Busch Stadium. The right-hander delivered the type of outing that should only increase interest from contenders searching for another proven starter.However, May’s performance was not the biggest reason baseball fans began wondering if a trade was imminent.After completing his outing, May returned to the Cardinals dugout and received several hugs from teammates and coaches. The unusual reception immediately sparked “hug watch,” the unofficial trade-deadline tradition of closely examining every embrace, handshake and curtain call for signs that a player is about to be dealt.Foul Territory highlighted the te