Mets starter Griffin Canning was helped off the field due to a left leg injury during the third inning against the Braves, raising concerns of a possible Achilles tear. Initially evaluated for an ankle injury, Canning’s status remains uncertain as the team awaits MRI results, potentially jeopardizing his season; he has been a key pitcher with a 3.77 ERA in 73 2/3 innings this season.
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The Royals have signed first-round picks Sean Gamble (23rd overall) for a reported $3.9975MM and Josh Hammond (28th overall) for $3.1975MM, along with second-rounders Michael Lombardi and Justin Lamkin. Gamble, a Florida prep player with questions about his hitting and defensive fit, may transition to the outfield, while Hammond, a former two-way player, is considered an infielder with significant power potential. Need More Context? 🔎
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Dodgers' two-way star Shohei Ohtani struggled in his second consecutive three-inning outing on Monday, giving up his first home run of the season and allowing seven batted balls over 95 mph. However, he compensated for his pitching performance with a strong showing at the plate. Need More Context? 🔎
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The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins, highlighted by Shohei Ohtani's two-run homer and Will Smith's pair of solo shots, despite a struggling offense. Ohtani, pitching three innings with three strikeouts, left the game with a 1.50 ERA, but closer Tanner Scott exited with a forearm injury, raising concerns about the bullpen ahead of the trade deadline. Need More Context? 🔎
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