Do Cora's comments about 1B solution hint at a Marcelo Mayer call-up?

On Thursday, the Texas Rangers traded right-hander Dane Dunning to the Atlanta Braves for right-hander José Ruiz and cash considerations. Ruiz, who has struggled this season with an 8.82 ERA in 18 appearances, will report to Triple-A Round Rock, while Dunning, with a 3.38 ERA in five games for Texas this season, had previously been a key player since joining in 2020. Need More Context? 🔎

Bill Neukom, former managing general partner of the San Francisco Giants and a key figure in the team's first World Series title in 2010, has passed away at 83. A longtime Microsoft attorney, Neukom was known for his leadership and dedication to the Giants, having developed "The Giants Way" approach to baseball, and remained involved as chairman emeritus after retiring in 2011. Need More Context? 🔎

The Rays enter the second half of the season struggling, having lost 11 of their last 14 games, now sitting at 50-47, just behind the Mariners for the last AL Wild Card spot. With a pivotal stretch ahead, President Erik Neander hinted at potential roster changes based on performance, with trade talks likely involving players like Yandy Díaz, Brandon Lowe, and Pete Fairbanks, while also open to inquiries on starting pitcher Taj Bradley. Need More Context? 🔎