Phillies done in by late homer in one-run loss to Cardinals

Last season, the Cleveland Guardians excelled with strong pitching and a mediocre offense, but this year they struggle with average pitching and poor offense, leading to a 51-51 record. As they seek to improve, trading for Miami Marlins slugger Kyle Stowers, who has impressive offensive metrics, could enhance their lineup, although his addition alone may not guarantee a postseason return. Want More Context? 🔎

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The Arizona Diamondbacks are scouting the Mets' Double-A team for a potential trade involving third baseman Eugenio Suarez, although active talks are not confirmed. Meanwhile, the Mets are focusing on improving their center field position despite recent support for current players, with trade options like Harrison Bader being considered while evaluating their infield depth for potential trades. Want More Context? 🔎