The Tampa Bay Rays plan to designate catcher Ben Rortvedt for assignment, as reported by Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times. This move is to make room on the active roster for new backup catcher Matt Thaiss, who was acquired from the White Sox earlier today. Following the team’s loss to Minnesota, Rortvedt was seen saying emotional goodbyes to his teammates.
Jhoan Duran made a striking debut as the Phillies' new closer, securing a 5-4 win against the Tigers with just four pitches, showcasing his impressive skills after a trade from Minnesota. Duran's performance was celebrated by fans and team members alike, with manager Rob Thomson praising his "electric" presence on the mound, while Duran expressed excitement about the passionate Philadelphia baseball community. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Chicago White Sox defeated the Los Angeles Angels 6-3, powered by Andrew Benintendi's double and home run, and Lenyn Sosa's solo homer. Key moments included a baserunning error by Gustavo Campero that thwarted a potential game-tying run for the Angels, while Colson Montgomery's sixth-inning homer extended his impressive RBI streak to 18 since the All-Star break. Want More Context? 🔎
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The New York Yankees bolstered their bullpen by acquiring David Bednar, Jake Bird, and Camilo Doval before the 2025 MLB trade deadline, but they faltered in their debuts, leading to a 13-12 loss against the Miami Marlins after blowing a 9-4 and then a 12-10 lead. Bird allowed four runs, Bednar gave up a game-tying home run, and Doval surrendered three runs, culminating in a walk-off loss aided by a fielding error from trade addition Jose Caballero. Want More Context? 🔎
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