Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow is under pressure to acquire “impact starting pitching” before the MLB trade deadline, but he is currently hesitant to make significant moves, potentially jeopardizing the team’s playoff chances. Despite being in contention for a Wild Card spot, a lack of bold action could risk fan trust and Breslow’s job security, especially after last year’s underwhelming trade efforts.
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After 17 starts with the San Francisco Giants, Justin Verlander finally secured his first win by pitching five shutout innings against the Atlanta Braves, allowing only one hit and leading the Giants to a 9-3 victory. The win breaks Verlander's 0-8 streak, the longest in franchise history, as San Francisco improves to 54-49 in the tight NL Wild Card race, aided by Rafael Devers' two home runs. Want More Context? 🔎
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