After a surprising trade to the Giants, Rafael Devers has struggled with a lower back disk injury, affecting his performance and keeping him as the team’s DH. Manager Bob Melvin remains hopeful that the upcoming All-Star break will aid Devers’s recovery, while the Giants continue to use Dominic Smith and Wilmer Flores at first base until he is fully healthy.
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The Rays acquired outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the Braves for cash, while placing infielder Brandon Lowe on the 10-day injured list due to ankle tendinitis. Right-hander Manuel Rodriguez shifted from the 15-day to the 60-day IL, impacting the roster as Lowe could be a trade candidate before the deadline, despite his injury. Need More Context? 🔎
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The Mariners are interested in acquiring Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suárez, viewing him as a top target for a corner infield upgrade, with preliminary discussions already taking place. Suárez, who has excelled with 36 home runs this season, is a free agent at season's end, and while the Diamondbacks may consider trades, they aim to remain competitive and could seek young pitching in any potential deal. Need More Context? 🔎
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The Philadelphia Phillies secured an unusual extra-innings win against the Boston Red Sox when the game's final run scored due to catcher's interference by Carlos Narváez on a pitch the batter did not swing at. This bizarre conclusion raises the question of whether umpires should have discretion in making catcher's interference calls. Need More Context? 🔎
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