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.
Yankees GM Brian Cashman is seeking pitching reinforcements before the trade deadline due to injuries affecting key players, including ace Gerrit Cole and Clarke Schmidt. Considering the inconsistent performance of Diamondbacks righty Zac Gallen, who has potential but struggles with control, acquiring him could be a gamble for the Yankees, especially if the cost is reasonable. Need More Context? 🔎
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The seventh edition of the MLB Power Rankings for the 2025 season highlights team grades at the All-Star break, with the Chicago Cubs leading at 57-39, followed closely by the Detroit Tigers at 59-38. The rankings reflect various factors, including key player performances, injuries, and team dynamics, with the Rockies struggling significantly at 22-74. Need More Context? 🔎
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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? 🔎
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