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Alec Bohm (3B - PHI)
7/5/25 4:09 PM -
Bohm, Schwarber each hit 2-run homers to power Phillies past Reds, 5-1. Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber each hit two-run homers and Edmundo Sosa added a solo shot to lift the Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday. Phillies starter Ranger Suárez was pulled by manager Rob Thomson after throwing just 80 pitches in five innings. Suárez allowed seven earned runs in his first start of the season, and has now allowed only 11 over his last 11 starts.
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https://www.nhregister.com/sports/article/bohm-sch...
Mitchell Parker (P - WSH)
7/5/25 4:07 PM -
Red Sox reactions: Boston back at .500 after another 7-run inning blows game open early. 1) The number seven has been as lucky as advertised for the Red Sox in recent days, as Boston has put together three separate seven-run innings since Monday (and two in the last two days). Saturday's version (the third inning) against Washington lefty Mitchell Parker featured seven hits, including a two-run Jarren Duran triple and a two-run Ceddanne Rafaela homer.
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https://www.masslive.com/redsox/2025/07/red-sox-re...
Kyle Stowers (OF - MIA)
7/5/25 4:04 PM -
Agustín Ramírez's 2-run single in 8th lifts Marlins to 4-2 win over Brewers. Rookie Agustín Ramírez hit a tiebreaking, two-run single in the eighth inning and the Miami Marlins beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 on Saturday. Kyle Stowers homered and Ronny Henríquez (5-1) pitched two perfect innings of relief for the Marlins. Milwaukee reliever Jared Koenig entered with the bases loaded and no outs in the eighth and fanned Connor Norby.
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/agust-n-ram-rezs-...
Edmundo Sosa (SS/3B/2B - PHI)
7/5/25 4:00 PM -
Strong pitching, three HRs carry Phillies past Reds. July 5 - Edmundo Sosa, Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber homered as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting Cincinnati Reds 5-1 on Saturday and evened the three-game series. The Phillies' three-homer attack complemented a solid effort by Ranger Suarez, who allowed one run and five hits over five innings. The left-hander walked two and struck out six before four Philadelphia relievers combined to hold Cincinnati scoreless the rest of the way. Reds starter Nick Lodolo (5-6) gave up three runs and four hits over six innings, walking two and striking out eight. Will Benson's homer accounted for the only run for Cincinnati. Both starting pitchers put up zeros through the first four innings. The closest
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/strong-pit...
Nicky Lopez (2B/SS - CHC)
7/5/25 3:35 PM -
Yankees Sign Former Reds Third Baseman. Before turning to the trade market in hopes of finding a solution at third base, the New York Yankees appear content signing veterans on minor league deals. After bringing in Nicky Lopez earlier this week, YES Network's Conor Foley reported that the Yankees are signing Jeimer Candelario. The Cincinnati Reds designated Candelario for assignment on June 23. The 31-year-old hit just .113/.198/.213 over 22 games and 91 plate appearances for Cincinnati this year before sustaining a back injury that landed him on the injured list in late April.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/yankees/news/new-york-yanke...
Rhys Hoskins (1B/DH - MIL)
7/5/25 3:04 PM -
Brewers' Hoskins leaves game against Marlins because of left thumb discomfort. Milwaukee first baseman Rhys Hoskins left the Brewers' game against the Miami Marlins on Saturday because of left thumb discomfort. Hoskins experienced soreness after he stepped off the bag and caught shortstop Joey Ortiz’s errant throw to tag Eric Wagaman out in the fourth. Manager Pat Murphy and a Brewers trainer immediately left the dugout and tended to Hoskins, who finished the inning but was replaced by Jake Bauers in the fifth.
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/brewers-hoskins-l...
Mark Vientos (3B - NYM)
7/5/25 3:00 PM -
Mets called top trade destination for unsung NL slugger. Many New York Mets fans still believe that Mark Vientos is going to turn things around and re-find the same form he showed during the 2024 season. Others feel like the front office's best course of action would be to acquire another third baseman before the July 31 trade deadline to help deepen the team's lineup. Given that the Colorado Rockies are abysmal this season, they'll surely be sellers at the deadline.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/mets-called-top-t...
Austin Hays (OF - CIN)
7/5/25 2:22 PM -
Cincinnati's Austin Hays says it 'would have been nice to play another year' with Phillies. Austin Hays stood at second base, the center of the storm, and thought about what might have been. Hays was under team control through this season when he got traded to the Phillies last July. “Fourth of July, sellout crowd, the energy of the stadium was exactly what I remember,” Hays said Saturday before the holiday weekend series continued.
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https://www.inquirer.com/phillies/austin-hays-reds...
Alex Verdugo (OF - ATL)
7/5/25 1:52 PM -
Report: OF Alex Verdugo clears waivers, released by Braves. Former Atlanta Braves outfielder Alex Verdugo cleared waivers Saturday and was officially released by the club, The Athletic reported, three days after he was designated for assignment. Verdugo was removed from the active roster to open a spot for the return of outfielder Jurickson Profar, who came back Wednesday from an 80-day suspension when he tested positive for performance-enhancing substances. Verdugo batted .239 with no home runs and 12 RBIs in 56 games in his first season with the Braves. He signed a one-year deal for $1.5 million in March. –Field Level Media
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https://kfgo.com/2025/07/05/report-of-alex-verdugo...
Jesus Luzardo (P - PHI)
7/5/25 1:13 PM -
Huge Marlins-Phillies Trade Proposal Sends Top Prospect to Miami. The Miami Marlins will probably be wheeling and dealing before the MLB trade deadline, their recent stretch of impressive play notwithstanding. Could they swing another trade with the Philadelphia Phillies? Remember: the Marlins sent Jesus Luzardo to the Phillies during the offseason, so they are certainly not opposed to doing business with an NL East rival. Well, Kevin Barral and Sean McCormack of Fish on First think that Miami and Philadelphia could match up for another trade between now and July 31, proposing that the Marlins send relievers Anthony Bender and Calvin Faucher to the Phillies for young pitcher Mick Abel.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/marlins/miami-marlins-phila...
Erick Fedde (P - STL)
7/5/25 1:04 PM -
Cardinals Pitching Prospect Could Be Answer To Fix Rotation Woes. The St. Louis Cardinals are surprisingly in the mix for a spot in the postseason. At 47-42, they are just one game back of the final National League Wild Card spot. To make matters worse, the starting rotation might be falling apart. Erick Fedde and Miles Mikolas have turned in back-to-back clunkers in their last starts, leaving the Cardinals with a need to address before the trade deadline.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cardinals/st-louis-cardinal...
Tayler Scott (P - AZ)
7/5/25 1:00 PM -
Former Diamondbacks Reliever Signs Deal With Astros. On Friday, former Arizona Diamondbacks right-handed reliever Tayler Scott signed a minor league deal with the Houston Astros. It will be Scott's second stint with Houston this season, as he was designated for assignment by the Astros on May 14. Scott signed a minor league deal with the D-backs initially, but only spent three games with the Reno Aces in Triple-A before his contract was selected on June 10.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/diamondbacks/arizona-diamon...
Hunter Greene (P - CIN)
7/5/25 12:59 PM -
Reds' Hunter Greene takes big step towards injury return. The Cincinnati Reds might be seven games behind the NL Central leading Chicago Cubs, but they are far from out of the playoff hunt. Currently, the Reds are just a game and a half out of the last NL Wild Card spot. As manager Terry Francona's roster continues their push towards the All-Star break, they've received some encouraging injury updates on a couple of contributors. Reds beat writer Charlie Goldsmith posted news on starter Hunter Greene and outfielder Jake Fraley on his X (formerly Twitter) account Saturday.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/cincinnati-reds/reds-...
Nick Castellanos (OF - PHI)
7/5/25 12:24 PM -
Phillies star Nick Castellanos yells at fan for berating teammate after loss: 'Crossed multiple lines'. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos had some words with fans after the team's 9-6 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Friday at Citizens Bank Park. As the camera panned to the Phillies' dugout after the final out, Castellanos was shown standing on the top step, gesturing towards the crowd and yelling towards a fan. Jace Kaleikau, a producer for the Phillies, who witnessed the interaction, said Castellanos was sticking up for second baseman Bryson Stott, who made the last out of the game.
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https://www.foxnews.com/sports/phillies-star-nick-...
Eugenio Suarez (3B - AZ)
7/5/25 12:00 PM -
Seattle Mariners Rookie Reportedly at Top of Surprising Defensive Leaderboard. As the Seattle Mariners move toward the July 31 trade deadline, reports indicate they are targeting corner infielders. The Mariners have been linked to both first and third baseman, and reportedly have interest in a reunion with former infielder Eugenio Suarez, currently playing for the Arizona Diamondbacks. If the team were to bring back Suarez, it would be based upon his offense, because defensively, the team has gotten solid contributions from rookie Ben Williamson, who was promoted to the major leagues in April.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mariners/news/seattle-marin...
Jacob Misiorowski (P - MIL)
7/5/25 12:00 PM -
MLB Analysts Struggle To Comprehend Brewers Phenom: 'Circus Act'. The baseball world doesn't quite know what to make of Milwaukee Brewers phenom Jacob Misiorowski. The 23-year-old flamethrower showed he was human in his last start versus the New York Mets, but his previous three starts — in which Misiorowski looked unhittable — still have fans and analysts scratching their heads. On Friday, ESPN's Paul Hembekides and Kiley McDaniel talked about how Misiorowski is a special case, the likes of which have rarely, if ever, been seen in Major League Baseball. “It's been a pretty insane catapult into … national stardom,” Hembekides said during an episode of the Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney podcast.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/brewers/news-feed/mlb-analy...
Hunter Goodman (OF/C - COL)
7/5/25 11:31 AM -
Should Rockies Give Up Their Star Catcher in This Trade Proposal?. The Colorado Rockies are in a position where they should be sellers at the trade deadline. While they don't have many difference makers on their roster, they do have enough intriguing pieces for contending teams that it should generate enough of a return for them to get back on track in their rebuilding process. Former MLB executive Jim Bowden put together some trade ideas for The Athletic (subscription required), and one featured the Rockies in an interesting proposal. Bowden has Colorado sending their rising star catcher Hunter Goodman to the Tampa Bay Rays for starting pitcher Taj Bradley and outfielder Theo Gillen.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/rockies/news/should-rockies...
Mitch Keller (P - PIT)
7/5/25 11:30 AM -
Padres Linked to $77 Million Starting Pitcher Likely to Be Traded. The San Diego Padres have been named as a potential landing spot for Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Mitch Keller, per CBS Sports' RJ Anderson. The Pirates signed Keller to a five-year, $77 million contract extension in February.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new...
Edwin Diaz (P - NYM)
7/5/25 11:00 AM -
Pirates closer could be on Mets trade radar. While the New York Mets' bullpen has struggled as a whole over the past month or so, closer Edwin Diaz has remained rock solid throughout the season. Diaz currently has a 1.85 ERA, 18 saves, and 51 strikeouts in 34 innings pitched this season, which is all but guaranteed to earn him a trip to his third MLB All-Star Game. Then again, this doesn't necessarily mean they couldn't acquire another team's closer and make him either a setup man or a high-leverage reliever to help bridge the gap to Diaz.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/pirates-closer-co...
Mason Thompson (P - WSH)
7/5/25 10:59 AM -
Washington Nationals Activate Pitcher Recovered from Tommy John Surgery. The Washington Nationals made three pre-game moves before Saturday's game with the Boston Red Sox, all involving pitchers. Through their Nationals Communications account on X (formerly Twitter), the team announced that right-handed pitcher Mason Thompson returned from a rehab assignment and was reinstated from the 60-day injured list, making him active for the game. Washington had to make two moves to accommodate him.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/nationals/news/washington-n...
Ke'Bryan Hayes (3B - PIT)
7/5/25 10:00 AM -
Yankees Named Landing Spot for Gold Glove Third Baseman. The New York Yankees are in need of an infielder, particularly a third baseman, ahead of the July 31 trade deadline, and there's a number of enticing options at the position who may come available over the next few weeks. Among those aforementioned choices is Ke'Bryan Hayes of the Pittsburgh Pirates, and Sportsnaut's Jason Burgos believes the 28-year-old would fit in like a glove with the Yankees.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/yankees/news/new-york-yanke...
Tyrone Taylor (OF - NYM)
7/5/25 10:00 AM -
How New York Mets could solve big lineup need. The New York Mets appear to have stabilized after a woeful two and a half week stretch, entering Saturday's game riding a three-game winning streak. While there are hopeful signs that the team's pitching and DH spots could get reinforcements in the next two weeks, center field remains a weakness for the Mets. Tyrone Taylor has been the Mets' starting center fielder for most of the year and has provided quality defense, but he has been in a big slump offensively, collecting just two hits in his last 35 at-bats dating back to June 19th. Jeff McNeil has more offensive pop out of center, but isn't as good as Taylor defensively.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/how-new-york-mets...
Brice Turang (2B - MIL)
7/5/25 10:00 AM -
Brewers' Brice Turang Predicted To Make NL All-Star Team As Reserve. The Milwaukee Brewers have struggled a little bit in recent games, but they still remain in playoff position in the National League. At 49-39, they are just four games back in the NL Central and have control of the second Wild Card spot. Last season, he was a Gold Glove winner and even earned a Platinum Glove. The All-Star Game is less than two weeks away.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/brewers/news-feed/brewers-b...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/5/25 9:54 AM -
Is Struggling Red Sox All-Star On Track After Bounce-Back Week?. The Boston Red Sox lineup has erased an offensive funk with a sudden surge. This time last year, Duran was named the All-Star Game MVP. The outfielder culminated his breakout 2024 campaign with 111 runs scored and MLB's fourth-most extra-base hits behind Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge and Bobby Witt Jr. This season has been much more of a grind for Duran, who's batting .255/.313/.412 with six home runs after hitting .210 in June.
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https://nesn.com/2025/07/is-struggling-red-sox-all...
Chris Sale (P - ATL)
7/5/25 9:02 AM -
Braves trade idea brings $67 million 2-time All-Star to Atlanta. The Atlanta Braves have not met expectations this season. The team is without Chris Sale, but is still trying to salvage its season and make the postseason. The Braves are eight games out of a wild card spot, and their postseason chances are slim. FanSided's Mitchell Barbee suggested the Braves trade for Luis Severino of the Athletics.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/mlb/atlanta-braves...
Brandon Woodruff (P - MIL)
7/5/25 9:00 AM -
Brewers Hurler Who Conquered Tommy John Might Receive 'Unfair' DFA. Brandon Woodruff's return to the Milwaukee Brewers rotation has set up an unfair DFA for someone else. It's an unfortunate situation that FanSided's Tremayne Person recently discussed. “While the return of (Woodruff) is a boost, it also presents a roster conundrum the front office can't ignore,” Person wrote. The Brewers will need to make two critical decisions: who eventually exits the rotation to make room, and who loses their 40-man roster spot to activate him.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/brewers/news-feed/brewers-h...
Kyle Tucker (OF - CHC)
7/5/25 9:00 AM -
Marlins Star Named One Player Chicago Cubs Should Pursue at Trade Deadline. With July already here for the Chicago Cubs, the team has proven to be one of the best in baseball through the first half of the season. The Cubs hold a nice lead in the National League Central through the first half, with some of their offseason moves paying off. Coming into the campaign, this was a team that had some higher expectations after acquiring Kyle Tucker in a blockbuster deal with the Houston Astros. A massive trade like that changed a lot of things for Chicago in 2025, and Tucker has helped lead arguably the best offense in the league.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/marlins-star-one-...
Corbin Burnes (P - AZ)
7/5/25 9:00 AM -
Orioles Should Go After Athletics Pitcher To Upgrade Their Starting Rotation. Not having a viable starting rotation and bullpen has been a major reason why this team has performed in such a disappointing manner, with the idea of them competing for a World Series championship and division title ending virtually as soon as the season began. While they offered Corbin Burnes a contract that would have made him the highest-paid pitcher on an AAV basis in Major League Baseball history, they didn't do much to replace him when he decided to sign with the Arizona Diamondbacks instead. Because of that, this is looking like a lost year for the Orioles. According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Athletics "are now open to trading" Luis Severino just half of a season into the three-year, $67 million contract he signed this past winter.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/orioles/news/orioles-should...
Jeff McNeil (2B/OF - NYM)
7/5/25 8:47 AM -
Jeff McNeil gets brutally honest on playing with Juan Soto. On Friday, it was Soto who brought out the July 4 fireworks in the Mets' comeback victory over the New York Yankees, 6-5. Afteward, his teammate and second baseman Jeff McNeil paid him the highest compliment, per Jorge Castillo of ESPN. “That was awesome,” McNeil said. McNeil had a breakthrough moment in the game.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/new-york-mets/mets-ne...
Nolan Arenado (3B - STL)
7/5/25 8:30 AM -
Dodgers Insider Provides Nolan Arenado Trade Update Following Max Muncy Injury. Last winter, Nolan Arenado sent baseball fans into a frenzy when he posted a series of photos on Instagram along with the song "dodger blue" by Kendrick Lamar. Arenado, who the St. Louis Cardinals had hoped to trade in the offseason, seemingly indicated where he hoped to land with the social media post. Speculation swirled after the Southern California native posted the song, and it fueled rumors regarding Max Muncy's future with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/news/dodgers-inside...
Dennis Santana (P - PIT)
7/5/25 8:22 AM -
Phillies Have 'Inquired' About Pair of Pirates Bullpen Arms. Bullpen is going to be addressed by the Philadelphia Phillies at some point. Knowing that unit needs to be upgraded, president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski will be searching for ways to improve the relief staff before the July 31 trade deadline. According to Noah Hiles of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (subscription required), Philadelphia "has inquired" about Dennis Santana and David Bednar of the Pittsburgh Pirates, with Santana being their primary target since they "have thought highly of Santana for quite some time."
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https://www.si.com/mlb/phillies/news/phillies-have...
Alex Verdugo (OF - ATL)
7/5/25 8:19 AM -
Former Red Sox Outfielder Linked to NL West Contender. It could be upward and onward for former Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo . The 29-year-old free agent “could fit” with the San Diego Padres, who are looking for a left fielder, according to the New York Post's Jon Heyman . The Padres (47-40) are in second place in the National League West, eight games behind the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers. San Diego currently holds the third NL wild card. On Wednesday, the Atlanta Braves designated Verdugo for assignment to clear a roster spot for outfielder Jurickson Profar, who returned from 80-game suspension for performance-enhancing drugs. The struggling Braves (39-48) are in fourth place in the NL East, 11 1/12 game behind the first-place Philadelphia
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https://nesn.com/2025/07/mlb-rumors-former-red-sox...
Matthew Liberatore (P - STL)
7/5/25 8:12 AM -
Cubs play Cardinals after Busch’s 3-home run game. St. Louis Cardinals (47-42, third in the NL Central) vs. Chicago Cubs (53-35, first in the NL Central) Chicago; Saturday, 1:20 p.m. CDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Cardinals: Matthew Liberatore (6-6, 3.70 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 76 strikeouts); Cubs: Drew Pomeranz (2-1, 0.00 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, 23 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cubs -132, Cardinals +110; over/under is 10 1/2 […]
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/cubs-play-cardina...
Mitch Keller (P - PIT)
7/5/25 8:00 AM -
New Potential Trade Spot for Pirates' Mitch Keller. Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Mitch Keller has had trade rumors coming about ahead of the deadline, and another team may enter the fray for his services. Jim Bowden of The Athletic reported that along with the Chicago Cubs, who others previously reported showed interest in Keller, the New York Mets are a potential landing spot for the Pirates starting pitcher. The Mets have had serious injuries on their pitching staff, both in the starting rotation and bullpen, which will have them going for trade options across the MLB as they try and compete for a National League East Division Title.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/news/new-potential-...
Matt Chapman (3B - SF)
7/5/25 8:00 AM -
San Francisco Giants Expect to Activate Superstar from Injured List. The San Francisco Giants are hoping to get Matt Chapman back in the batting order for Saturday's game with the Athletics. During a pre-game session with media on Friday, manager Bob Melvin told reporters that the expectation is that Chapman will be active for Saturday's game in Sacramento. Chapman's comments were reported by NBC Sports Bay Area, among other outlets.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/giants/san-francisco-giants...
Michael Fulmer (P - CHC)
7/5/25 7:36 AM -
Former Tigers ace takes deal with AL Central rival Royals. What seems like many years ago, the Detroit Tigers had Michael Fulmer on their roster. Unfortunately, the right-hander's time in Detroit didn't always go as planned, but there shouldn't be any hard feelings from either side. A first-round pick of the New York Mets during the 2011 MLB draft, Fulmer has been around the league quite a bit. The last time he pitched in Detroit was in 2022, when he had a 3.20 ERA.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/detroit-tigers...
Jameson Taillon (P - CHC)
7/5/25 7:32 AM -
Cubs Bring Back One of Their Former First-Round Picks. The Chicago Cubs find themselves in desperate need of more pitching. Already knowing they were going to try and add an arm or two ahead of the trade deadline, the latest calf strain to Jameson Taillon that is going to keep him out for a significant amount of time has created some more urgency to ensure an addition happens. While Chicago is being patient in search of a potential splash deal, they have also decided to bring back one of their former first-round picks. According to Darragh McDonald of MLB Trade Rumors, the Cubs have signed Ryan Jensen to a minor league deal after he was released by the Minnesota Twins on June 25.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/cubs-bring-back-o...
Blake Snell (P - LAD)
7/5/25 7:17 AM -
Los Angeles Dodgers Provide Encouraging Injury News on Multi-Time Cy Young Winner. After missing most of the season thus far with a shoulder injury, Los Angeles Dodgers' lefty Blake Snell is nearing a return to the mound. Blake Snell and Blake Treinen will face hitters again tomorrow (Saturday, one inning for Treinen, two for Snell). If all goes well, then the next step for both could be rehab assignments. Dave Roberts also reiterated that Tyler Glasnow's next start will likely come with the Dodgers.
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https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/injuries...
Thairo Estrada (2B - COL)
7/5/25 7:02 AM -
Rockies Believe Having This Would Have Prevented Historically Poor Season. The Colorado Rockies couldn't make it two wins in a row on Friday. Coming off their victory in the series finale against the Houston Astros, the Rockies welcomed in the Chicago White Sox for the holiday weekend series that began on the Fourth of July. More News: Do Numbers Say Rockies Should Be Worried About Chase Dollander? According to Thomas Harding of MLB.com, Colorado thinks that having the middle infield duo of Ezequial Tovar and Thairo Estrada healthy throughout the year "could have made a difference to their record."
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https://www.si.com/mlb/rockies/news/rockies-believ...
Eduardo Rodriguez (P - AZ)
7/5/25 6:54 AM -
Diamondbacks fail to show much sizzle as the Kansas City Royals torch Eduardo Rodriguez. Starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez had a rough outing, giving up three home runs. The Diamondbacks played and lost another game of baseball, falling a bit farther behind in the wild-card standings. After getting pounded, 9-3, by the Kansas City Royals, who slammed three homers off Eduardo Rodriguez in 4 1/3 innings on Friday night, July 4, the Diamondbacks fell to two games under .500 at 43-45. The Diamondbacks continue to miss chances to make their mark in the standings.
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https://golfweek.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/dia...
Clayton Kershaw (P - LAD)
7/5/25 6:51 AM -
Rare Clayton Kershaw Logoman 3,000th Strikeout Card Could Sell for Seven Figures. Since he first took the mound in 2008, Clayton Kershaw has built one of the most impressive resumes of any major league baseball pitcher ever to step foot onto the diamond. Not only has Kershaw amassed 216 career victories, but he's also been named an NL All-Star 10x, captured the NL Cy Young Award 3x, won the ERA Title 5x, and most recently achieved then crème dela crème of pitching accomplishments which was his 3,000th strikeout on July 3rd. In the wake of Kershaw joining the 3,000 K Club, Topps announced that it would be commemorating the achievement by providing the hobby community with one of the most exciting chases in recent memory.
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https://www.si.com/collectibles/auctions/rare-clay...
German Marquez (P - COL)
7/5/25 6:37 AM -
Rockies face White Sox, still hope for first home-series victory. The Colorado Rockies have yet to win a home series this season, but they still have a chance to do so this weekend in a matchup between the two worst teams in the majors. Colorado lost the opener Friday night of a three-game set with the Chicago White Sox 3-2 but can earn the series victory by taking the next two games. The Rockies will send German Marquez (3-9, 5.62 ERA) to the mound on Saturday, while the White Sox will counter with Jonathan Cannon (2-7, 4.59) in a matchup of right-handers. Marquez has pitched well since May 17, when Arizona chased him after three innings and seven runs.
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/rockies-fa...
Manny Machado (3B/DH - SD)
7/5/25 6:28 AM -
Padres' Manny Machado has chance to join elite list vs. Rangers. The list of players who have compiled 2,000 career hits and 350 career homers during their age 32 season is short and elite, containing 11 names that include Henry Aaron, Lou Gehrig and Willie Mays. Manny Machado can become the 12th man in MLB history to join that list Saturday night if he gets three hits when the San Diego Padres host the Texas Rangers in game two of the teams' three-game weekend series.
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/padres-man...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/5/25 6:16 AM -
On 31st birthday, Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani to pitch against Astros. Shohei Ohtani's ramp up toward becoming a full-fledged starting pitcher will continue Saturday when the right-hander takes the mound against the visiting Houston Astros on his 31st birthday. It will be Ohtani's fourth start since he returned to the mound last month following elbow surgery in 2023, albeit in short spurts. Ohtani (0-0, 2.25 ERA) went one inning in each of his first two starts, with the Dodgers more than willing to continue the slow progression.
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/31st-birth...
Colin Poche (P - NYM)
7/5/25 6:00 AM -
New York Mets re-sign lefty reliever to minor league deal. The New York Mets have reunited with another left-handed reliever. On Friday evening, The Athletic's Will Sammon reported that the Mets had signed Colin Poche to a minor league deal. The veteran southpaw was on the club's major league roster less than a week ago but was designated for assignment before electing free agency. Poche, 31, has pitched for three teams in parts of five major league seasons.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/new-york-mets-re-...
Sandy Alcantara (P - MIA)
7/5/25 6:00 AM -
Marlins Pitcher Who Has Only Walked Two Batters is Now Top Trade Asset. Most teams will be looking at Sandy Alcantara and Edward Cabrera when it comes to potentially dealing for Miami Marlins pitchers before the MLB trade deadline, but yet another arm has emerged as a very viable trade candidate: Janson Junk. Thanks to a rash of injuries that have hit the Marlins' starting rotation (what else is new?), Junk has been called upon as a swing pitcher, both starting games and pitching in long relief.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/marlins/miami-marlins-pitch...
Kyle Tucker (OF - CHC)
7/5/25 6:00 AM -
Chicago Cubs Land Talented SEC Infielder in Latest MLB Mock Draft. The Chicago Cubs landed Kyle Tucker in a trade this offseason. The Cubs dealt three players to land the star right fielder from the Houston Astros — pitcher Hayden Wesneski, third baseman Isaac Paredes and infielder Cam Smith. Smith was the Cubs' first-round pick last July out of Florida State.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/chicago-cubs-land...
Agustin Ramirez (C - MIA)
7/5/25 5:56 AM -
Agustin Ramirez, Marlins look to resume torrid pace vs. Brewers. Catcher Agustin Ramirez, who entered this weekend leading all major-league rookies with 13 homers, is a big reason why the Miami Marlins are riding a hot streak. The Marlins, who will host the Milwaukee Brewers again on Saturday afternoon, have won nine of their past 11 games, and Ramirez is the subject of All-Star discussion. "Just having my name around that conversation is a privilege," Ramirez said through an interpreter. Marlins rookie manager Clayton McCullough said Ramirez should be under consideration for a 2025 All-Star bid.
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/agustin-ra...
Michael Busch (1B - CHC)
7/5/25 5:44 AM -
Chicago Cubs' Michael Busch Joins Zany History with Three-Homer Game vs. Rivals. The Chicago Cubs rolled over the rival St. Louis Cardinals on Friday afternoon, taking full advantage of the July 4 holiday at Wrigley Field. The Cubs won 11-3, hitting eight home runs in all, including three from first baseman Michael Busch. Busch now has 17 blasts on the season, to go along with 55 RBIs. His three-homer day also put him in some wild baseball history, according to Sarah Langs of MLB.com: Cubs with a 3-homer game vs the Cardinals: 7/4/25 Michael Busch 7/4/03 Moises Alou 7/4/39 Hank Leiber ALL ON JULY FOURTH!!!! BASEBALL !!!! Cubs with a 3-homer game vs the Cardinals: 7/4/25 Michael Busch 7/4/03 Moises Alou 7/4/39 Hank Leiber ALL ON JULY FOURTH!!!! BASEBALL !!!! https://t.co/xKzR0VZxI8
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https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/history/...
Erik Miller (OF - SF)
7/5/25 5:40 AM -
Ray throws second career complete game as SF Giants split series in Arizona. The Giants went into their series finale at Chase Field with a bullpen in need of a breather. Wednesday night's 6-5 win, 10-inning win required manager Bob Melvin use five relievers: Erik Miller, Spencer Bivens, Randy Rodríguez, Tyler Rogers and Camilo Doval. Doval, in particular, threw two innings for the first time in three years, blowing a save in the ninth before locking down a win in the 10th. Melvin would've been happy if Robbie Ray went seven innings.
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https://www.chicoer.com/2025/07/03/ray-throws-seco...
Kyle Finnegan (P - WSH)
7/5/25 5:11 AM -
Nationals trade talks include 3 players who can help contending teams. This looked like it might be the year the Washington Nationals turn things around. It is not, though, and now it's time for the Nats to consider moves. They'll almost certainly be a seller at the trade deadline, trying to build up for next season to be the big jump. MLB Trade Rumors lists three players as top trade candidates for the Nats: Michael Soroka, Kyle Finnegan and Nathaniel Lowe. Soroka's reasoning from MLBTR goes like this: "Soroka signed a one-year, $9MM free agent contract to work out of Washington's rotation. He missed a month early in the season with a biceps strain but has been healthy since the second week of May. A 4.70 ERA through 59 2/3 innings isn't eye-opening, but he's striking
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https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/mlb/washington-nat...
Marcell Ozuna (DH - ATL)
7/5/25 5:00 AM -
Braves predicted to trade $16 million star to contending team. The Atlanta Braves didn't expect to be in this position. Now, they're shaping up to be at least partial sellers at the MLB trade deadline. Given their overall talent level, the Braves probably won't fully blow the team up. The prime candidate for that would be Marcell Ozuna, the right-handed slugger making $16 million this season.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/mlb/atlanta-braves...
Jeff McNeil (2B/OF - NYM)
7/5/25 4:57 AM -
McNeil's home run and sparkling defensive play carry Mets past Yankees in Subway Series. Jeff McNeil, arms clasped behind his back, tossed his bat and shouted toward the New York Mets dugout, starting up the first base line as his go-ahead, two-run homer in the seventh inning off Luke Weaver sailed into the second deck at Citi Field. Twenty-five minutes later, the second baseman sprinted a half-dozen steps to his left, sprawled onto the outfield grass and with an outstretched glove angled toward the right-field corner snagged DJ LeMahieu's one-hopper. McNeil popped to his feet and threw to first for the second out of the ninth. “The homer was sick,” McNeil said after the Mets overcame a pair of two-run deficits to beat the New York Yankees 6-5 on Friday in the opener of this season's second Subway Series.
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https://www.trentonian.com/2025/07/05/mcneils-home...
Clayton Kershaw (P - LAD)
7/5/25 4:07 AM -
Chicago White Sox are 5-21 in 1-run games after walkoff loss — and a historic night for Clayton Kershaw. Clayton Kershaw began Wednesday needing three strikeouts to become the 20th pitcher in major league history to reach 3,000 career strikeouts.Fans stood on a few occasions when the Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander got to two strikes on a Chicago White Sox batter.The Sox made him work to his 100th — and final — pitch of the evening to get to the milestone. Premium Content is available to subscribers only.
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https://www.poncacitynews.com/sports/chicago-white...
Spencer Strider (P - ATL)
7/5/25 4:06 AM -
Freshman closer: Lee County High grad completes successful first season. UNC’s freshman closer is taking his success in stride. Maybe that’s fitting since he follows Atlanta Braves’ pitcher Spencer Strider. Walker McDuffie, a Lee County High School graduate, finished the 2025 season with three wins, three losses, seven saves and a 3.74 ERA. He made 28 appearances, including 72 strikeouts and 25 walks for the Tar Heels. “It was a pretty good experience,” he said ...
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/freshman-closer-l...
Konnor Griffin (OF/SS - PIT)
7/5/25 4:00 AM -
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Rises Up Prospect Rankings. Pittsburgh Pirates star prospect Konnor Griffin has had an incredible first season of professional baseball, and people across the country are noticing how well he's played. Baseball American listed Griffin as the second-best prospect in baseball, while MLB Pipeline moved him up from the 34th to the 13th-best prospect in baseball in their recent re-ranking. The Pirates took Griffin with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Jackson Preparatory School in Jackson, Miss. They signed him for $6,216,600, convincing him to forgo his commitment to LSU. Griffin starred with Single-A Bradenton, slashing .338/.396/.536 for an OPS of .932, with 49 runs, 70 hits in 207 at-bats, 111 total bases, 10 doubles, two triples, nine home runs, 26 stolen bases on 30 attempts, 36 RBIs and 15 walks to 53 strikeouts in 2025.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/news/pittsburgh-pir...
Jackson Chourio (OF - MIL)
7/5/25 3:27 AM -
Chourio's RBI Double Leads Brewers Over Marlins. MIAMI, FL (WSAU) — Jackson Chourio provided the late-inning heroics for the Milwaukee Brewers in a 6-5 Independence Day win over Miami. The Center Fielder brought home Christian Yelich on an RBI double to break a 5-5 tie in the 8th. It was Chourio's only hit of the night. Caleb Durbin and William Contreras each registered two hits in the win. Durbin also scored a pair of runs. Quinn Priester took a no-decision after going 4.2 innings and allowing seven hits. He was also charged with five runs, four of them earned, and gave up two home runs. Aaron Ashby picked up the win in relief. Miami and Milwaukee play again this afternoon. First pitch from Loan Depot Park is at 3:10, pregame coverage will
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https://wsau.com/2025/07/05/chourios-rbi-double-le...
Nick Lodolo (P - CIN)
7/5/25 1:05 AM -
Reds meet the Phillies with 1-0 series lead. Cincinnati Reds (46-42, fourth in the NL Central) vs. Philadelphia Phillies (51-37, first in the NL East) Philadelphia; Saturday, 4:05 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Reds: Nick Lodolo (5-5, 3.52 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 85 strikeouts); Phillies: Ranger Suarez (7-2, 2.00 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, 67 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Phillies -174, Reds +146; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Cincinnati Reds face the Philadelphia Phillies leading the series 1-0. Philadelphia is 51-37 overall and 28-16 at home. The Phillies are 33-6 in games when they scored at least five runs. Cincinnati has a 22-23 record in road games and a 46-42 record overall. The Reds have gone 36-17 in games when they record at least
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https://wtop.com/sports/2025/07/reds-meet-the-phil...
Matthew Liberatore (P - STL)
7/5/25 1:05 AM -
Cubs play the Cardinals after Busch's 3-home run game. St. Louis Cardinals (47-42, third in the NL Central) vs. Chicago Cubs (53-35, first in the NL Central) Chicago; Saturday, 2:20 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Cardinals: Matthew Liberatore (6-6, 3.70 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 76 strikeouts); Cubs: Drew Pomeranz (2-1, 0.00 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, 23 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cubs -132, Cardinals +110; over/under is 10 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Cubs take on the St. Louis Cardinals after Michael Busch hit three home runs on Friday in an 11-3 win over the Cardinals. Chicago is 53-35 overall and 29-15 in home games. The Cubs have hit 133 total home runs to rank second in the NL. St. Louis is 21-25 in road games and 47-42 overall. The Cardinals have hit
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https://wtop.com/sports/2025/07/cubs-play-the-card...
Chad Patrick (P - MIL)
7/5/25 1:05 AM -
Brewers play the Marlins leading series 1-0. Milwaukee Brewers (49-39, second in the NL Central) vs. Miami Marlins (39-47, third in the NL East) Miami; Saturday, 4:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Brewers: Chad Patrick (3-7, 3.51 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 93 strikeouts); Marlins: Cal Quantrill (3-7, 5.42 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, 56 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Brewers -145, Marlins +121; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Milwaukee Brewers play the Miami Marlins with a 1-0 series lead. Miami has a 39-47 record overall and a 19-26 record at home. The Marlins have the 10th-ranked team on-base percentage in the NL at .316. Milwaukee is 49-39 overall and 22-22 on the road. The Brewers rank 10th in the NL with 85 total home runs, averaging one per
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https://wtop.com/sports/2025/07/brewers-play-the-m...
James Wood (OF - WSH)
7/5/25 12:32 AM -
Nationals' James Wood latest to commit to Home Run Derby. Washington Nationals slugger James Wood will bring his massive power to the big stage, becoming the third player to commit to the July 14 Home Run Derby at Atlanta. Wood, 22, has delivered 22 home runs in 86 games during his first full major league season.
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http://www.northcarolinadaily.com/news/278424500/n...
Mason Black (P - SF)
7/4/25 11:02 PM -
[NBC Sports Bay Area] - Denzel Clarke's 471-foot homer vs. Giants is evidence of his offensive progress. Athletics rookie has been wowing the , but his bat hasn’t kept up with his glove. However, Clarke’s performance Friday night in the Athletics’ 11-2 win over the Giants at Sutter Health Park might be a sign that his bat is turning a corner. The 25-year-old demolished a 471-foot homer off Giants reliever Mason Black in the seventh inning to push the Athletics’ lead to 11-0. Denzel Clarke just BLASTED this ball 471 feet ?? — Athletics on NBCS (@NBCSAthletics) The ball landed in the netting above the clubhouses in left-center field. “I tagged that ball, which was dope,” Clarke told Jenny Cavnar and Dallas Braden on “A’s Cast” after the game. “Happy to help the team win on both sides of the ball today. So, it was dope.” Clarke entered Friday’s game slashing .189/.239/.264 with two homers and six RBI, but after going 2-for-4 with a triple and the longer homer, he’s now slashing .200/.248/.318. For Clarke, playing in his 36th big-league game, his approach has been simple. “I think the biggest thing is just simplifying,” Clarke told Canvar and Braden. “The stuff is good here. These are the best pitchers in the world, so I’ve got to make sure I’m as simple as possible. And the biggest thing is I have long arms, long legs, I’m a tall dude, so I’ve got to make sure everything is compact. Totally just making the adjustments.” DENZ DOES IT AGAIN — Athletics (@Athletics) After a game in which starter JP Sears pitched six shutout innings and the Athletics’ offense pounded out 12 hits — including six doubles — the first question to manager Mark Kotsay was about Clarke and the progress he’s making. “Great day by Denzel,” Kotsay told reporters. “Outside of him not catching the ball that went over the wall — I asked him where his web was, but it didn’t come out — but then the very next play, he robs a line-drive base hit in the right-center gap. Overall, the way he’s swinging the bat, the continued progress he’s making, the ball to right center, for him to drive a ball that way and 2-0, have the ability to get the head out and hit a ball a really long way over the building shows the progress he’s making, for sure.” Clarke still has a long way to go with the bat, but Friday’s performance proves he’s capable of being a two-way force for the Athletics. The keys are simplifying and finding consistency.
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https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Connor Joe (1B/OF - CIN)
7/4/25 10:03 PM -
Cincinnati Reds Minor League Recap: Top Performances from July 4, 2025. Six Cincinnati Reds minor league affiliates were in action on Friday. Here is how their top prospects performed: Louisville Bats (36-49) Lost 8-1 Connor Joe went 0-3. Francisco Urbaez went 1-4. Blake Dunn went 0-2 with a walk. Brian Van Belle gave up five runs on eight hits in three innings. He did not walk a batter and struck out four. Yosver Zulueta gave up two hits in 2 2/3 scoreless innings. He walked a batter and struck out three. Zach Maxwell struck out a batter and walked a batter in a scoreless inning. Joe La Sorsa gave up one hit in 1 1/3 scoreless innings. He struck out two. Chattanooga Lookouts (42-33) Won 8-7 Hector Rodriguez went 1-5. Edwin Arroyo went 2-4 with a double. Sal Stewart
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https://www.si.com/mlb/reds/cincinnati-reds-minors...
Matt Chapman (3B - SF)
7/4/25 7:34 PM -
Giants make huge Matt Chapman injury announcement for series vs. Athletics. Matt Chapman is slated to rejoin the San Francisco Giants on Saturday in Sacramento. It'll be the second game of a series against his former team, the Athletics. Beat reporter Susan Slusser reported that Chapman played in one Triple-A game on Friday before traveling to join the team and get back into MLB action on Saturday. Chapman has been out with a hand injury.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/san-francisco-...
Christian Yelich (OF/DH - MIL)
7/4/25 7:27 PM -
Yelich Scores From First on Chourio's Double and Brewers Beat Marlins 6-5. Christian Yelich scored the go-ahead run all the way from first on a double by Jackson Chourio in the eighth inning and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Miami Marlins 6-5 on Friday night. Yelich singled leading off the eighth against Cade Gibson (2-4) and Chourio followed with his hit to help the Brewers win for the 10th time in 14 games.
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https://www.fox21online.com/2025/07/04/yelich-scor...
Jake Cronenworth (1B/2B - SD)
7/4/25 7:15 PM -
Cronenworth's walk-off single in the 10th lifts the Padres to a 3-2 win over the Rangers. Jake Cronenworth singled to right field with the bases loaded and two outs in the 10th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 3-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Friday. Cronenworth raised his right index finger as he rounded first base and was mobbed by teammates near second after his fifth career walk-off hit. Manny Machado was intentionally walked to open the inning and Luis Arraez struck out.
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/cronenworths-walk...
Jesus Sanchez (OF - MIA)
7/4/25 6:15 PM -
Miami Marlins Slugger Reaches Major Career Milestone. Jesus Sanchez has become one of the more experienced and longest-tenured players on the Miami Marlins' roster. Sanchez was once again in Miami's starting lineup on Friday evening and reached an incredible career milestone in the Marlins' matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers. In the fifth inning, Sanchez hit a triple, giving him his 400th career hit at the big league level.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/marlins/miami-marlins-jesus...
Nick Castellanos (OF - PHI)
7/4/25 5:37 PM -
Phillies' Rob Thomson's blunt 4-word assessment of controversial Alec Bohm strikeout. The Philadelphia Phillies have had an up-and-down couple of weeks. It started when Phillies manager Rob Thomson made the decision to sit out former All-Star Nick Castellanos for a game because of comments made off the field. The latest chapter in a dramatic season went down on Friday against the Cincinnati Reds. With two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning and bases loaded, Philadelphia third baseman Alec Bohm stepped in.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies...
Drew Pomeranz (P - CHC)
7/4/25 4:00 PM -
Red Sox Bust Enjoying MLB Comeback For The Ages With Cubs. Former Red Sox pitcher Drew Pomeranz last pitched in the big leagues back in 2021 before returning this year as a member of the Chicago Cubs. When Pomeranz last pitched in the big leagues, it was with the San Diego Padres and he had a 1.75 ERA in 27 appearances out of the bullpen. It took a long time for him to get back to the big leagues, but the Cubs look like geniuses right now.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
James Tibbs (OF - SF)
7/4/25 3:48 PM -
One year and a blockbuster trade later, Tibbs got what he wanted: to play for the Boston Red Sox. MANCHESTER — Before James Tibbs III could tell his mom and dad, they brought up the topic. “I called my mom and my parents (Julie and James Jr.) were like, ‘Hey, did you see (Rafael) Devers got traded to the Giants?’ And I’m like, ‘Oh, yeah, well, that’s me. I’m part of that trade,’” Tibbs said this week at Delta Dental Stadium before playing for the Portland Sea Dogs against the New Hampshire ...
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/one-blockbuster-t...
Emilio Pagan (P - CIN)
7/4/25 3:00 PM -
Cardinals $2 Million Journeyman Predicted To Make First MLB All-Star Game. A St. Louis Cardinals veteran reliever has quietly built a compelling case for a spot in the 2025 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. Bleacher Report's Andrew Peters recently featured this pitcher among his predictions for National League reserves, alongside other standout relievers like Emilio Pagan (Cincinnati Reds), Jake Bird (Colorado Rockies), Edwin Diaz (New York Mets), Randy Rodriguez (San Francisco Giants), and Robert Suarez (San Diego Padres).
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cardinals/st-louis-cardinal...
Clayton Kershaw (P - LAD)
7/4/25 2:14 PM -
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw Has Hilarious Reaction to Hitting 3,000 Strikeouts. Clayton Kershaw has one of the most impressive resumes in baseball history. On Wednesday night against the Chicago White Sox, Kershaw recorded the 3,000th strikeout of his MLB career — all of which has been spent with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Kershaw became the 20th member of the exclusive club and received a standing ovation from Dodger Stadium.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/dodgers/news/dodgers-clayto...
Marcell Ozuna (DH - ATL)
7/4/25 2:03 PM -
Mechanical Issues Potential Culprit Behind Braves' Ozuna's Long Slump. Marcell Ozuna continues to battle through drought at the plate in hopes of finding his swing again. In his last 28 games, the Atlanta Braves designated hitter is batting .170 with a .498 OPS with one home run and 15 RBIs. "I don't think that's off the table," manager Brian Snitker said. Snitker said he hasn't seen anything in particular about Ozuna's swing that looks different.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/braves/news/mechanical-issu...
Eugenio Suarez (3B - AZ)
7/4/25 2:00 PM -
Yankees Trade Target Responds to Rumors. Just because New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman hopes to trade for a corner infielder means he will actually be able to land one of his top targets. One of the most popular names on the market is Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez. Time and again he has been linked to the Yankees ahead of the July 31 MLB trade deadline. Problem is, Suarez loves living in the desert.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/yankees/news/new-york-yanke...
Blake Snell (P - LAD)
7/4/25 2:00 PM -
Can Justin Verlander Figure Out How To Get His Game on Track for Giants?. The San Francisco Giants recognized there were some risks associated with their approach to addressing their starting rotation in the offseason. When ace Blake Snell decided to move on in free agency, opting out of his contract and signing a long-term deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the team had to find a replacement. The future Hall of Famer was coming off the least productive season of his career with the Houston Astros, but there were some signs that he had something left in the tank to offer to the team. Things haven't gone according to plan, with Verlander making 13 starts and yet to win a game.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/giants/san-francisco-giants...
Justin Steele (P - CHC)
7/4/25 2:00 PM -
Cubs Should Pursue Athletics Star Pitcher Who Is Now on Trade Block. Adding a starting pitcher is a must for the Chicago Cubs. With Justin Steele out of the mix for the rest of the season, their already-thin rotation has been pushed to the limit during the past couple of months. The return of Shota Imanaga came at the perfect time and was very welcome, but to truly make a deep run in the playoffs, the front office has to add another ace-caliber arm to the equation. The veteran right-hander had a resurgent year with the New York Mets last season, posting a 3.91 ERA in 31 starts that was reminiscent of what he did before his shoulder and elbow injuries.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/cubs-should-pursu...
Juan Soto (OF - NYM)
7/4/25 1:59 PM -
Free MLB home run picks, odds, lines for July 4: Juan Soto among best bets for Friday HR player props. SportsLine's model is up 24.6 units on HR picks in the last 87 days. Use its MLB picks for MLB sportsbook promotions like MLB profit boosts and DraftKings' King of the Diamond
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https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/free-mlb-home-r...
Corbin Burnes (P - AZ)
7/4/25 1:58 PM -
Orioles' Grayson Rodriguez makes pivotal change to limit injury trouble. The Baltimore Orioles brought in multiple starters to replace Corbin Burnes this offseason. The Orioles lost their ace to the Arizona Diamondbacks, shifting the pressure onto Grayson Rodriguez. The third-year pro is perfectly capable of leading interim manager Tony Mansolino's starting rotation with Kyle Bradish and Zach Eflin. Unfortunately, Rodriguez has had to wait for months to make his 2025 debut.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/baltimore-orioles/ori...
Andrew Abbott (P - CIN)
7/4/25 1:39 PM -
Reliever Santillan strikes out Bohm with bases loaded in the 8th, Reds beat Phillies 9-6. Phillies starter Jesús Luzardo lasted only two-plus innings and Reds starter Andrew Abbott — both pitchers entered with seven wins — couldn't get out of the fourth. The Reds or Phillies scored at least one run in each of the first six innings and the defending NL East champion Phillies finished with 14 hits. The Reds had 11. Nick Castellanos hit a two-run homer in the first inning to help stake Luzardo to a 3-0 lead.
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https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/others/relie...
Spencer Steer (OF/1B - CIN)
7/4/25 1:33 PM -
Reds erupt in 3rd, hold on to put away Phillies. Spencer Steer reached base four times, drove in two runs and scored twice as the visiting Cincinnati Reds topped the Philadelphia Phillies 9-6 in a Friday matinee. Steer's two hits and two walks highlighted a productive offensive day for Cincinnati, which has won back-to-back games after losing four of its previous six contests. Elly Da La Cruz added two hits and two RBIs for the Reds, while Tyler Stephenson and TJ Friedl each notched a pair of hits. Nick Castellanos homered and drove in three runs for Philadelphia, while Kyle Schwarber knocked in a pair of runs for the hosts.
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/reds-erupt...
Brandon Woodruff (P - MIL)
7/4/25 1:30 PM -
Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff scheduled to make long-awaited return. Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff is scheduled to make his long-awaited return to the majors this weekend in Miami. Woodruff hasn't pitched in the big leagues since undergoing shoulder surgery after the 2023 season. "He's such a big part of the Brewers organization," manager Pat Murphy said. Woodruff left his first rehab stint this season with tendinitis in his right ankle.
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https://www.fox6now.com/sports/brewers-pitcher-bra...
Jose Siri (OF - NYM)
7/4/25 1:00 PM -
Experts suggests surging AL slugger as Mets center field solution. If there's one position in the field where the New York Mets can most clearly improve, it's center field. This is proven by Mets center fielders having a collective .630 OPS to this point in the season, which is 23rd in all of MLB. It was clear that center field would be a weakness for this team heading into the 2025 season, and this was exacerbated once Jose Siri went down with a leg injury.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/experts-suggests-...
Andrew Painter (P - PHI)
7/4/25 12:56 PM -
Philadelphia Phillies Superstar Prospect Could Be Rotation Option After All-Star Break. According to MiLB.com, Philadelphia Phillies top prospect Andrew Painter could be an option for the team's rotation after the All-Star break. The Phillies have a revolving fifth spot in the rotation with Aaron Nola on the injured list, and they've used Mick Abel, who they recently sent down to Triple-A. Taijuan Walker will come off the injured list to get a chance next week, but after the break, Painter could get a shot at his debut.
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https://www.si.com/onsi/minor-league-baseball/news...
Hunter Greene (P - CIN)
7/4/25 12:33 PM -
Jim Day Provides Injury Update on Cincinnati Reds Ace. Jim Day Provides Injury Update on Cincinnati Reds Ace Hunter Greene Day provided an update on Greene during Friday's game against the Phillies. Greg Kuffner | 0 Minutes Ago May 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (21) pitches during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images / Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images In this story: Cincinnati Reds Cincinnati Reds ace Hunter Greene has been on the injured list since the beginning of June with a groin strain. On Wednesday, Greene faced five batters in a simulated game. Jim Day reported during Friday's game against the Phillies that the
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https://www.si.com/mlb/reds/news/jim-day-provides-...
Eduardo Rodriguez (P - AZ)
7/4/25 12:00 PM -
Can Diamondbacks' Eduardo Rodríguez Continue his Hot Streak?. The Arizona Diamondbacks fell back below .500 after splitting a four-game series with the San Francisco Giants on Thursday. Arizona is 43-44, 3.5 games out of a Wild Card spot, while the Royals are 4.5 games back at 41-47. Left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez has been an entirely different arm since coming back from the IL. Rodriguez has suffered from some poor defense behind him, but was able to keep Arizona alive in every game he started in the month of June.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/diamondbacks/diamondbacks-e...
Josh Naylor (1B - AZ)
7/4/25 11:22 AM -
Padres Linked to $10.9 Million All-Star From NL West Rival in Potential Trade. The San Diego Padres have been linked to Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Josh Naylor ahead of this season's trade deadline, per CBS Sports' RJ Anderson. In addition to the Padres, the Cincinnati Reds and Seattle Mariners have been named as potential landing spots for the upcoming free agent. Naylor is in his final season of team control and will be eligible for free agency in the upcoming offseason.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new...
Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)
7/4/25 11:01 AM -
Phillies Provide Injury Update on Star Pitcher Aaron Nola. As the Philadelphia Phillies continue to try and separate themselves from the rest of the National League East, they will be hoping to get some key players back as well. Despite taking over first place in the division, the Phillies haven't played their best baseball of late. Injuries have been a storyline for them, with Bryce Harper just returning after missing a sizable amount of time in June and Aaron Nola being on the shelf for a while. Recently, Philadelphia provided an update on Nola's return.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/phillies/news/phillies-prov...
Nolan Arenado (3B - STL)
7/4/25 11:00 AM -
Dodgers In Position To Strike If Cardinals Star Becomes Available. Will the St. Louis Cardinals cut ties with one of the best infielders in Major League Baseball in recent memory? Nolan Arenado was talked about all offseason as a trade piece and the noise carried over into the 2025 season. The Cardinals have 47-41 record and look like a contender rather than a seller. Despite this, Sports Illustrated's Ryan Phillips suggested Arenado as a potential solution for the Los Angeles Dodgers with Max Muncy now injured.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cardinals/st-louis-cardinal...
Michael Fulmer (P - CHC)
7/4/25 11:00 AM -
Red Sox Pitcher Quietly Landed With AL Central Surprise. It's been a wild season for a former member of the Boston Red Sox. Boston signed former All-Star and American League Rookie of the Year Award winner Michael Fulmer ahead of the 2024 season. Fulmer was lights-out in Spring Training, but didn't make the team out of camp. While this is the case, he impressed with the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox and was called up to Boston, but made just one appearance.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Jose Butto (P - NYM)
7/4/25 11:00 AM -
Mets' pitcher shuffle continues as another reliever heads to IL. The injury bug continues to plague the New York Mets' clubhouse, as another reliever hit the injured list ahead of Friday's Subway Series opener with the New York Yankees. Right-handed reliever Jose Butto was added to the IL with an illness retroactive to July 1st. Speaking to the media on Friday morning, manager Carlos Mendoza did not provide much detail about Butto's condition.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/mets-pitcher-shuf...
Jorge Barrosa (OF - AZ)
7/4/25 11:00 AM -
Diamondbacks Minor Leaguer has a 25 game Hitting Streak. It was a clean sweep of all the Diamondbacks minor league affiliates as they went 0-4 Thursday night. Jorge Barrosa ran his hitting streak to 25 games in the Aces loss Thursday night. Barrosa went 2-for-4, raising his season line to .307/.391/.461, .852 OPS. During the streak he's batting .393 of 42 for 107 hitting, and had 14 multi-hit games.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/diamondbacks/arizona-diamon...
Juan Soto (OF - NYM)
7/4/25 10:59 AM -
Free MLB home run picks, odds, lines for July 4: Juan Soto among best bets for Friday HR player props. SportsLine's model is up 24.6 units on HR picks in the last 87 days. Use its MLB picks for MLB sportsbook promotions like MLB profit boosts and DraftKings' King of the Diamond
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https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/free-mlb-home-r...
Noelvi Marte (3B - CIN)
7/4/25 10:36 AM -
Week 15 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Noelvi Marte, Colt Keith, Brooks Baldwin Lead Infielders. With the MLB season heating up, fantasy managers are scrambling for infield help—and this week's crop of catchers, corner bats, and middle infielders offers a mix of red-hot breakouts and under-the-radar stashes. Halfway through this week, Caratini already has a run, one home run, and four RBIs over nine at-bats (.333) while remaining in about two-thirds of the free agent pools in 12-team leagues. Over the past 17 days, he went 11-for-42 with five runs, four home runs, and 12 RBIs with no walks and 11 strikeouts. Over his last five games in the minors, Alvarez went 7-for-20 with four runs, three home runs, and six RBIs while taking no walks and whiffing six times.
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https://www.si.com/onsi/fantasy/waiver-wire/week-1...
Kodai Senga (P - NYM)
7/4/25 10:28 AM -
Press Release: Mets RHP Kodai Senga to Make Rehab Start Saturday for Double-A Binghamton. John From Albany / 7/04/2025 01:28:00 PM / No comments Press Release: Mets RHP Kodai Senga to Make Rehab Start Saturday for Double-A Binghamton Share on Facebook Tweet on X! For Immediate Release Date: July 4, 2025 By: Jacob Wilkins, Binghamton Rumble Ponies Broadcaster BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Double-A Affiliate of the New York Mets , announced that Mets RHP Kodai Senga will make a rehab start Saturday at 6:07 p.m. against the Hartford Yard Goats at Mirabito Stadium. Senga, 32, is in his third season with the Mets and is 7-3 with a 1.47 ERA in 13 starts this season. In his major league career, he is 20-10 with a 2.53 ERA in 43 starts. In his rookie season in 2023, Senga
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https://metsnewsandlinks.blogspot.com/2025/07/pres...
Mick Abel (P - PHI)
7/4/25 10:08 AM -
Phillies set to make crucial rotation move. The Philadelphia Phillies are sitting atop the NL East Division with a fabulous 51-36 record, 1.5 games ahead of the New York Mets. Ahead of the series against the Reds, the Phillies have made a couple of roster moves. Mick Abel was sent down to Triple-A in favor of Taijuan Walker coming back to the rotation (for now).
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies...
Spencer Schwellenbach (P - ATL)
7/4/25 9:59 AM -
Schwellenbach injury could force Braves to add starting pitching help. The Braves are down yet another starting pitcher. Wednesday's sobering news that Spencer Schwellenbach had found a fracture in his throwing elbow, an injury labeled of the “freak” variety by the 25-year-old right-hander, was another major blow to a pitching rotation that had a chance to be one of the better ones in baseball.
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https://www.ajc.com/sports/2025/07/schwellenbach-i...
Andrew Abbott (P - CIN)
7/4/25 9:42 AM -
Philadelphia options pitcher before Reds clash. The Phillies overcame a few shaky starts and a bullpen stretched by high-leverage innings. The Reds sits near the middle of the NL Central but remains capable of dangerous stretches. Jesús Luzardo will start for the Phillies, while the Reds send out Andrew Abbott, who holds a 1.79 ERA. Luzardo, a recent addition, has shown flashes of dominance this season.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies...
Cade Horton (P - CHC)
7/4/25 9:31 AM -
Norman native Cade Horton pitches seven shutout innings in Chicago Cubs’ win. Cade Horton had his best professional outing after one of his worst. Horton, a Norman High and OU baseball graduate, pitched his best game in a Cub uniform with seven scoreless innings in his Thursday start for the Chicago Cubs, who beat the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 in 10 innings at Wrigley Field in Chicago. Horton pitched a stellar game, but it didn’t start so well. Horton threw four-straight ...
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/norman-native-cad...
Jameson Taillon (P - CHC)
7/4/25 9:27 AM -
Cubs Place Jameson Taillon on Injured List, Will Miss 'Significant Amount of Time'. The Chicago Cubs did not get their holiday weekend started with some good news. In an official announcement made by the team, the Cubs revealed they have placed Jameson Taillon on the 15-day injured list with a right calf strain. Jordan Wicks was recalled as the corresponding move. This comes after his last outing on Sunday against the Houston Astros where he gave up just two runs on five hits in 4 2/3 innings pitched, a bounce back coming off his start prior where he allowed eight earned runs.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/cubs-place-jameso...
Jackson Chourio (OF - MIL)
7/4/25 9:02 AM -
Milwaukee Brewers at Miami Marlins odds, picks and predictions. The Milwaukee Brewers (48-39) face the Miami Marlins (39-46) in the opener of a 3-game set Wednesday. First pitch from Loan Depot Park in Miami is set for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Brewers vs. Marlins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets. Season series: First meeting; Marlins won 4-2 last year The Brew Crew dropped 2 of 3 at the New York Mets this week. The latest was a 3-2 final Thursday. OF Jackson Chourio leads this bunch, hitting .253 with 14 homers and 51 RBIs. The 21-year-old has also swiped 15 bags. The Brewers are not a good road team at 21-22, compared to 27-17 at home. Cancel your plans for attending a fish fry
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https://www.progress-index.com/story/sports/mlb/20...
Paul Blackburn (P - NYM)
7/4/25 9:00 AM -
2 'under the radar' relievers make sense for Mets, per insider. The New York Mets had two pitchers placed on the IL on July 3: right-handed reliever Dedniel Núñez, who suffered an elbow sprain and seems likely to receive Tommy John surgery and therefore miss the rest of this season, and Paul Blackburn, who is dealing with right shoulder impingement. New York's front office was likely to add pitching via trade before these injuries to Núñez and Blackburn occurred.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/2-under-the-radar...
Rafael Devers (3B - SF)
7/4/25 9:00 AM -
Red Sox Linked To Pair Of First Base Sluggers Ahead Of 2025 Trade Deadline. First base has become the most perplexing position of the season for the Boston Red Sox. Rafael Devers refusing to play the position and eventually getting traded. Toro has a .781 OPS in 34 games at the position, while Gonzalez has a .791 OPS in 26 games there.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Dustin May (P - LAD)
7/4/25 8:34 AM -
Dustin May's Dodgers performance draws honest Dave Roberts admission. The Los Angeles Dodgers figured to have one of the sport's best starting rotations entering the regular season. The start began with five perfect innings and matched the longest appearance of what has been an injury-riddled career. LA manager Dave Roberts was candid when asked about how the Texas native has been pitching lately. “It's great,” Roberts told MLB.com after the game.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/los-angeles-dodgers/d...
Tyler Freeman (OF - COL)
7/4/25 8:28 AM -
Guardians' Tyler Freeman trade to Rockies for Nolan Jones is aging terribly. The trade happened just before the season began, a one-for-one deal between the Cleveland Guardians and Colorado Rockies. Tyler Freeman was sent from Cleveland to Colorado, and Nolan Jones came back in return. The positionally versatile Freeman is raking and running for the Rockies.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/cleveland-guar...
Mitch Keller (P - PIT)
7/4/25 8:00 AM -
IN FOCUS: - Mack's #9 Mets Prospects - Nolan McLean, Roster Moves, Jackie Robinson and Carly Simon, Jonah Tong, Mitch Keller, FA Starter Need, Joander Suarez,. Carson Benge is a top prospect for the New York Mets, selected as the 19th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft from Oklahoma State University. In 2025, Benge has shown strong performance in the minors. Promoted to Double-A Binghamton on June 23, 2025, he's already made an impact. He's ranked as the Mets' No. 3 prospect and No. 74 overall by MLB.com.
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http://macksmets.blogspot.com/2025/07/in-focus-mac...
Manny Machado (3B/DH - SD)
7/4/25 7:59 AM -
Padres Notes: Manny Machado Announcement, Blockbuster Trade Ideas, Yu Darvish Return Imminent?. Padres Notes: Manny Machado Announcement, Blockbuster Trade Ideas, Yu Darvish Return Imminent? Gabe Smallson | 1 Minute Ago Jul 2, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; San Diego Padres third base Manny Machado (13) runs the bases after hitting a three RBI double during the second inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images / Bill Streicher-Imagn Images In this story: San Diego Padres San Diego Padres superstar Manny Machado made a massive announcement regarding where he will play during next season's World Baseball Classic. The third baseman has yet to advance past the second round in his WBC journey, but hopes to change that
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https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new...
Griffin Canning (P - NYM)
7/4/25 7:24 AM -
Mets trade idea sends former World Series winner to New York. The New York Mets sit with a 50-38 record, and all eyes are on the team making the postseason for a second straight season. New York is dealing with a few injuries at the starting pitching position, with Griffin Canning missing the rest of the season due to an Achilles injury and Paul Blackburn being placed on the 15-day injured list with a shoulder injury. If the Mets want to make a run in playoffs this year, the team is going to have to upgrade the starting pitching at this month's trade deadline. One name that has been floated as a trade target is Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Andrew Heaney, and Christopher Hennessy from ClutchPoints thinks the Mets should make a move for him.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/new-york-mets/...
Ozzie Albies (2B - ATL)
7/4/25 7:15 AM -
Braves could trade Ozzie Albies in franchise-altering blockbuster deal. Ozzie Albies was supposed to be a face of the Atlanta Braves franchise. MLB.com's Mark Bowman lists Albies on a list of players the Braves could deal at the deadline. Remember when everybody said the Braves got a steal when Albies signed a seven-year $35 million deal in April 2019 that includes $7 million options for the 2026 and '27 seasons.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/atlanta-braves...
Austin Hays (OF - CIN)
7/4/25 7:05 AM -
Trade deadline preview: Dave Dombrowski on the Phillies' biggest roster needs and their X-factor. Last July, when the Phillies acquired left fielder Austin Hays four days before the trade deadline, Dave Dombrowski gave this explanation for the move: “[ Brandon] Marsh has not hit left-handed pitching at all. We felt comfortable to have a defensive player in center field in [Johan] Rojas or [Cristian] Pache. But all of a sudden, we were playing two defensive players against a left-hander, in left field and center field. And you can get by with that at times. But as you look at our ballclub, we were a little susceptible to left-handed pitching in the outfield.” Advertisement Sound familiar? A year later, Phillies center fielders were batting .235 and slugging .309 against left-handed pitchers
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https://www.inquirer.com/phillies/mlb-trade-deadli...
Freddie Freeman (1B - LAD)
7/4/25 7:00 AM -
Dodgers, Tigers have 3 All-Star starters. The Los Angeles Dodgers will have three fan-elected starters in the All-Star Game, with first baseman Freddie Freeman and catcher Will Smith joining designated hitter Shohei Ohtani as winners in final ballot totals announced this week. Detroit will have three fan-picked starters for the first time since 2007 after second baseman Gleyber Torres, along with outfielders Riley Greene and Javier Báez were voted in at their positions for the July 15 game at Atlanta's Truist Park.
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https://www.limaohio.com/sports/2025/07/04/dodgers...
Seth Halvorsen (P - COL)
7/4/25 7:00 AM -
Colorado Rockies Reliever Throws Fastest Pitch in MLB in Last Decade. The Colorado Rockies don't have much going for them right now. Seth Halvorsen has emerged as the Rockies' closer this season after he was promoted to the Majors last season. More News: Do Numbers Say Rockies Should Be Worried About Chase Dollander? The Rockies ended up beating the Houston Astros, 7-6, on Thursday and Halvorsen came on with two outs in the eighth inning to get a four-out save.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/rockies/news/colorado-rocki...
Jurickson Profar (OF - ATL)
7/4/25 6:58 AM -
Profar Having Return to Braves' Lineup He Desperately Needed. Jurickson Profar has had a best-case-scenario return to the Atlanta Braves lineup after serving his 80-game suspension. "It's kinda nice to have that other switch hitter in the middle of the lineup and feel good when he's up there," manager Brian Snitker said Wednesday night. It's nice for sure, but Profar being that strong of an addition to the lineup is a necessity more than a perk. Forget that the Braves just need more offense for a moment.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/braves/analysis/profar-havi...
Michael Fulmer (P - CHC)
7/4/25 6:04 AM -
Ex-Red Sox, Cubs 8-Year Veteran Makes Successful Debut In Royals Organization. It's been a busy, hectic season for new Kansas City Royals signee Michael Fulmer. Fulmer began the season in Triple-A in the Boston Red Sox organization, eventually progressing to the majors for exactly one game. The Royals announced the signing on Thursday, and hours later, the 32-year-old was on the mound making his organizational debut for Triple-A Omaha.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/royals/news/ex-red-sox-cubs...
Joey Ortiz (3B - MIL)
7/4/25 6:04 AM -
Joey Ortiz's slam, efficient efforts on mound propel Brewers to Game 1 victory over Mets. Joey Ortiz hit a tiebreaking grand slam in the sixth inning and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the staggering New York Mets 7-2 on Wednesday in the opener of a day-night doubleheader. Sal Frelick launched his first career leadoff homer and Freddy Peralta (9-4) pitched six innings of two-hit ball to win his fourth straight start. Brewers rookie Isaac Collins went 4-for-4 with a home run and a walk as Milwaukee won for the ninth time in 11 games and improved to 13-2 in its last 15 regular-season matchups with the Mets.
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https://kenoshanews.com/sports/professional/mlb/ar...
James Wood (OF - WSH)
7/4/25 6:02 AM -
Washington Nationals vs. Boston Red Sox FREE LIVE STREAM (7/4/25): Time, TV, Channel for MLB game. The Boston Red Sox face the Washington Nationals on Friday, July 4 (7/4/25) in an MLB game at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. How to watch: Fans can watch the game for FREE via a trial of DirecTV and fuboTV, or via a subscription to Sling TV , which is $10 off the first month. Here's what you need to know: What: MLB game Who: Washington Nationals vs. Boston Red Sox When: July 4, 2025 (7/4/25) Time: 11 a.m. ET Where: Fenway Park TV: MLB Network Live stream: DirecTV , fuboTV , Sling TV Here's a recent MLB story from the AP: WASHINGTON (AP) — James Wood had a career-high five hits including his 23rd home run hours after being named to the Home Run Derby , Jake Irvin survived a rocky first
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https://www.nj.com/sports/2025/07/washington-natio...
Ryan Pressly (P - CHC)
7/4/25 6:00 AM -
Cubs Emergence of Star Closer Has Dramatically Altered Trade Deadline Strategy. The Chicago Cubs are among the best teams in baseball and are expected to be extremely aggressive at the upcoming trade deadline when it comes to trying to make upgrades. Every report has indicated the Cubs are going to be relentless when it comes to going for it this year, and that means not being afraid to make a significant deal to make upgrades at their perceived positions of weakness. More specifically, the role of closer was a complete mess after trade acquisition from the Houston Astros Ryan Pressly struggled. 25-year-old flamethrower Daniel Palencia entered the season as a guy with potential but had not put it all together yet.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/cubs-emergence-of...
Rafael Devers (3B - SF)
7/4/25 6:00 AM -
David Ortiz Rips Rafael Devers, Talks Red Sox's Next Move. It's been a few weeks since the Boston Red Sox traded Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants and the dust has settled by now, for sure. Boston moved on and has started to get some of the pieces from the deal to the big leagues. Jordan Hicks recently returned from the Injured List and Kyle Harrison is in Triple-A working his way up as well. Devers is in San Francisco and has struggled offensively since the deal sent him out of Boston.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Xavier Edwards (SS - MIA)
7/4/25 5:50 AM -
Ramirez hits 2-run homer as Miami Marlins top Minnesota Twins 4-1, win 4th straight series. Local News Ramirez hits 2-run homer as Miami Marlins top Minnesota Twins 4-1, win 4th straight series Updated on: July 4, 2025 / 8:50 AM EDT / AP CBS News Live CBS News Miami Live Agustín Ramírez hit a two-run home run, Xavier Edwards singled twice and the Miami Marlins won their fourth straight series with a 4-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday. Eury Pérez (1-2) struck out a season-high seven and walked one in six innings of one-hit ball for his first win since June 25, 2023, against Pittsburgh. Cade Gibson relieved Pérez in the seventh after 80 pitches. The Marlins (39-46) have won 10 of their past 12 — including an eight-game winning streak — and have the same record as the Atlanta
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https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/agustin-ramirez...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/4/25 5:29 AM -
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani gets major awards prediction from Bleacher Report. Shohei Ohtani's greatness has become almost ordinary, but the fact is that it's evolving year after year. Ohtani was a very good pitcher and hitter early in his career, but his hitting quietly improved until he was a top-two slugger in the game. Then, in 2024, he wasn't able to throw a pitch, so he showed the world he could be one of the sport's best base stealers instead. Thankfully for fans, Ohtani is back on the mound now, though he's only thrown four innings to this point.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/mlb/los-angeles-do...
Blake Perkins (OF - MIL)
7/4/25 5:15 AM -
Brewers Setback: 28-Year-Old Receives Unlucky Injury Update. The Milwaukee Brewers are going to have to wait a little longer to get an important piece back in the outfield. Milwaukee has been missing outfielder Blake Perkins all season to this point. Perkins suffered a fractured shin back in February and he's been working his way back ever since. Perkins is a solid piece for this team.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/brewers/news-feed/brewers-s...
Merrill Kelly (P - AZ)
7/4/25 5:00 AM -
Analyst Connects Cardinals To $7 Million 'High-End' Starter. The St. Louis Cardinals seemingly are one starting pitcher away from truly contending this season. St. Louis is 47-41 on the season so far despite low expectations heading into the season. The Cardinals had low expectations and have outperformed them, for sure. FanSided's Thomas Gauvain suggested five guys the Cardinals should look into landing and one that stood out was Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/cardinals/st-louis-cardinal...
Clayton Kershaw (P - LAD)
7/4/25 5:00 AM -
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. looks to 'reset' vs. Dodgers. Almost all of the faces are new but there still will be plenty of venom from Los Angeles Dodgers fans when the Houston Astros pay a visit for a three-game series starting Friday. The teams famously met in the 2017 World Series, which Houston won in a seven-game thriller. It was later revealed the Astros were stealing signs that season with the help of video and relaying pitch types to batters via bangs on a trash can. The only Dodgers players still remaining from that 2017 series are left-hander Clayton Kershaw and utility man Enrique Hernandez, who departed for more than two seasons before returning in 2023.
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/astros-lan...
Christian Encarnacion-Strand (1B - CIN)
7/4/25 5:00 AM -
Encarnacion-Strand hits 1st career grand slam to power Reds past Red Sox. Cincinnati Reds' Christian Encarnacion-Strand, right, is congratulated by Rece Hinds (57) after his grand slam drive against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park, Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Boston. AP Photo | Charles Krupa BOSTON — Christian Encarnacion-Strand hit his first career grand slam during a five-run seventh inning and the Cincinnati Reds rallied to beat the Boston Red Sox 8-4 on Wednesday night. Elly De La Cruz, TJ Friedl and Santiago Espinal added RBIs for the Reds. Nick Martinez (6-8) pitched 6 2/3 innings, yielding four runs off nine hits to help Cincinnati avoid being swept in the three-game interleague series. Wilyer Abreu hit a two-run
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https://www.sidneydailynews.com/2025/07/04/encarna...
Juan Soto (OF - NYM)
7/4/25 4:40 AM -
Yankees, Mets looking for same thing out of sobering Subway Series duel. beyond the back page Yankees, Mets looking for same thing out of sobering Subway Series duel By Peter Botte Published July 4, 2025, 7:40 a.m. ET Juan Soto flexes toward the dugout during the Mets' win over the Brewers at Citi Field on July 3, 2025. Charles Wenzelberg/NY Post Both New York baseball teams were cruising along and comfortably in first plac e when the Mets and the Yankees crossed paths six weeks ago. The dominant storyline of that mid-May interleague series mostly was about one individual as the slumping Juan Soto returned for the first time to rounds and rounds of Bronx cheers after spurning the Bombers for a landmark $765 million deal from Steve Cohen and the Mets. The local nines
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https://nypost.com/2025/07/04/sports/yankees-mets-...
Jordan Romano (P - PHI)
7/4/25 4:27 AM -
Phillies blockbuster trade proposal lands Orioles All-Star for 3 star prospects. Are the Philadelphia Phillies going to be power players on the relief pitching market at the trade deadline? Probably more so than any other playoff contender, the Phillies need to find some new high-leverage options. Jordan Romano hasn't panned out as the team's closer in the slightest, and José Alvarado's current 80-game suspension also includes playoff ineligibility. Fortunately, the Phillies have just under four weeks to revamp that struggling group with a trade addition or two.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/philadelphia-p...
Pete Alonso (1B - NYM)
7/4/25 4:24 AM -
MLB Insider Connects Pete Alonso to Red Sox. Pete Alonso's connection to Boston may go deeper than just a fit on paper, which could make him a realistic free agent target for the Red Sox this winter. The New York Mets slugger, who owns an .859 career OPS and 18 home runs this season, has long been one of the game's most consistent power threats. With the Red Sox weighing upgrades at first base, Alonso's name is beginning to surface — and for good reason. “He's better when he goes the other way, but the Green Monster couldn't hurt, either,” Jon Heyman of the New York Post wrote, pointing to Alonso's offensive profile and a personal tie: his wife is from Boston.
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https://nesn.com/2025/07/pete-alonso-red-sox-free-...
Bryan Reynolds (OF/DH - PIT)
7/4/25 4:00 AM -
AL Team Targeting Pirates' Bryan Reynolds in Trade. Pittsburgh Pirates star outfielder Bryan Reynolds is one player that one team reportedly wants ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that the Kansas City Royals are interested in Reynolds as a trade option, bolstering their chances for the playoffs, after missing on outfield options in free agency.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/news/al-kansas-city...
Jeff McNeil (2B/OF - NYM)
7/4/25 3:40 AM -
The Jeff McNeil wrinkle that could open up Mets center-field trade options. inside the mets The Jeff McNeil wrinkle that could open up Mets center-field trade options By Mike Puma Published July 4, 2025, 6:40 a.m. ET Jeff McNeil robs a home run in center field during the Mets' game at Citi Field on June 25, 2025. Getty Images Access the Mets beat like never before Don't miss Mike Puma's text messages from Queens and beyond — he's giving Sports+ subscribers the inside buzz on the Mets. Sign up Now Jeff McNeil's versatility has allowed the Mets to utilize him in center field while providing opportunities for younger players at second base. Most notably, Ronny Mauricio is playing almost every day because the Mets can keep McNeil's bat (which is needed during this stretch
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https://nypost.com/2025/07/04/sports/mets-center-f...
Brandon Nimmo (OF - NYM)
7/4/25 3:28 AM -
Mets hang on to for much-needed serious victory over Brewers. Brandon Nimmo homered again, Juan Soto came through with a tiebreaking single and the New York Mets held off the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 on Thursday night. David Peterson (6-4) rebounded from a pair of rough starts, tossing 6 2/3 effective innings to give New York's injury-ravaged rotation a much-needed boost. Pete Alonso added an RBI double as the Mets took two of three from Milwaukee — just as they did in their Wild Card Series during the National League playoffs last October.
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https://www.trentonian.com/2025/07/04/mets-hang-on...
Sandy Alcantara (P - MIA)
7/4/25 3:00 AM -
MACK - MY Friday Observations - Mack's 10th Top Mets Prospect, How Bad For Mets?, Rob Manfred, Sandy Alcantara, Brandon Sproat, Mickey Mantle. Jacob Reimer, a 21-year-old third baseman and the Mets' No. 17 prospect, was drafted in the fourth round in 2022 out of Yucaipa High School in California. In 2025, Reimer has emerged as a standout in the Mets' farm system, particularly at High-A Brooklyn, where he posted a .284/.384/.502 slash line with an .886 OPS, eight home runs, and 11 stolen bases in 61 games. Reimer made history as the first Brooklyn Cyclone in nearly 20 years to hit three home runs in a single game on May 8, 2025.Recently promoted to Double-A Binghamton, Reimer has quickly adjusted, hitting .333 with a home run and five RBIs in his first four games, including a 367-foot homer on June 27, 2025. Reimer primarily plays third base but has also seen time at first base and as a designated hitter.
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http://macksmets.blogspot.com/2025/07/mack-my-frid...
James Wood (OF - WSH)
7/4/25 2:30 AM -
Nationals slugger James Wood joins Ronald Acuña Jr., Cal Raleigh as participants in Home Run Derby. Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood became the third player to announce he will take part in the Home Run Derby. The derby will be held on July 14, the night before the All-Star Game, at Truist Park in Atlanta. Wood joins Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. and Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who leads the majors with 33 homers, in the contest. Wood has 23 homers this season. He’s the third Nationals player to take part in the Home Run Derby, joining Juan Soto (2022) and Bryce Harper (2013 and '18). The 22-year-old Wood has 12 homers that have been hit harder than 110 mph.
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https://www.chron.com/sports/article/nationals-slu...
Max Kepler (OF - PHI)
7/4/25 2:00 AM -
Phillies should wait to make a decision on Max Kepler and Justin Crawford. Dave Dombrowski needs to look back to 2023 to see how badly he could mess things up by giving up on Max Kepler. From June 30 through the end of the season, Kepler was one of the hottest hitters in the American League.
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https://www.inquirer.com/sports/phillies-trade-dea...
Quinn Priester (P - MIL)
7/4/25 1:03 AM -
Marlins host the Brewers to open 3-game series. Milwaukee Brewers (48-39, second in the NL Central) vs. Miami Marlins (39-46, third in the NL East) Miami; Friday, 7:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Brewers: Quinn Priester (6-2, 3.35 ERA, 1.23 WHIP, 61 strikeouts); Marlins: Sandy Alcantara (4-8, 6.98 ERA, 1.48 WHIP, 63 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Brewers -117, Marlins -103; over/under is 8 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Miami Marlins begin a three-game series at home against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday. Miami has a 39-46 record overall and a 19-25 record in home games. The Marlins have gone 25-7 in games when they scored five or more runs. Milwaukee has a 21-22 record on the road and a 48-39 record overall. The Brewers have the 10th-ranked
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https://wtop.com/sports/2025/07/marlins-host-the-b...
Miles Mikolas (P - STL)
7/4/25 1:03 AM -
Cardinals look to end 3-game skid, play the Cubs. St. Louis Cardinals (47-41, third in the NL Central) vs. Chicago Cubs (52-35, first in the NL Central) Chicago; Friday, 2:20 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Cardinals: Miles Mikolas (4-5, 4.76 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 56 strikeouts); Cubs: Colin Rea (5-3, 4.37 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, 56 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cubs -157, Cardinals +131; over/under is 10 runs BOTTOM LINE: The St. Louis Cardinals come into the matchup with the Chicago Cubs as losers of three in a row. Chicago is 52-35 overall and 28-15 in home games. Cubs hitters are batting a collective .255, which ranks third in the NL. St. Louis has a 47-41 record overall and a 21-24 record in road games. The Cardinals have the 10th-ranked team ERA
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https://wtop.com/sports/2025/07/cardinals-look-to-...
Bailey Falter (P - PIT)
7/4/25 1:02 AM -
Mariners host the Pirates to open 3-game series. Pittsburgh Pirates (38-50, fifth in the NL Central) vs. Seattle Mariners (45-42, second in the AL West) Seattle; Friday, 4:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Pirates: Bailey Falter (6-3, 3.62 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, 52 strikeouts); Mariners: Bryan Woo (7-4, 2.75 ERA, 0.96 WHIP, 96 strikeouts) BOTTOM LINE: The Seattle Mariners start a three-game series at home against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday. Seattle has a 45-42 record overall and a 22-21 record at home. The Mariners have hit 114 total home runs to rank third in the AL. Pittsburgh has a 12-29 record on the road and a 38-50 record overall. The Pirates have gone 25-16 in games when they did not give up a home run. The teams meet Friday for the first
Source:
https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/baseball/...
Andrew Abbott (P - CIN)
7/4/25 1:02 AM -
Reds visit the Phillies to begin 3-game series. Cincinnati Reds (45-42, fourth in the NL Central) vs. Philadelphia Phillies (51-36, first in the NL East) Philadelphia; Friday, 1:05 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Reds: Andrew Abbott (7-1, 1.79 ERA, 1.02 WHIP, 76 strikeouts); Phillies: Jesus Luzardo (7-4, 4.06 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, 111 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Phillies -160, Reds +134; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Philadelphia Phillies host the Cincinnati Reds to open a three-game series. Philadelphia has a 51-36 record overall and a 28-15 record at home. The Phillies have the second-ranked team on-base percentage in the NL at .330. Cincinnati has a 45-42 record overall and a 21-23 record in road games. Reds hitters are batting
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https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/baseball/...
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