The Kansas City Royals are finalizing a two-year, $46 million extension with pitcher Seth Lugo, indicating a shift in their approach as a small-market team. Lugo, who has excelled with a 2.98 ERA since joining the Royals, is part of a strategy to retain key players and suggests the team is preparing for an active offseason to address various roster needs.
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The Rockies, having already traded Ryan McMahon, are actively exploring additional deals, notably with the Yankees interested in reliever Jake Bird, who has improved his strikeout rate this season. Colorado is also open to offers on controllable relievers Victor Vodnik and Seth Halvorsen, while considering trades for other players like Hunter Goodman, Brenton Doyle, Kyle Freeland, and Austin Gomber amid their struggling 27-78 record. Want More Context? 🔎
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Starling Marte contributed two hits in the Mets' 5-3 victory over the Giants, raising his season slash line to .289/.372/.416 with a 129 wRC+ in 200 plate appearances. With trade interest from multiple teams, including the Royals, the Mets may look to trade the veteran DH, who has $6.4MM left on his contract, to clear roster space as they seek pitching help before the deadline. Want More Context? 🔎
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Giants pitching prospect Carson Whisenhunt will make his MLB debut as the starting pitcher against the Pirates, confirmed by manager Bob Melvin. With the rotation's depth strained due to injuries, Whisenhunt, a second-round pick in 2022, hopes to establish himself despite mixed performance in the minors, particularly with his changeup and fastball consistency. Want More Context? 🔎
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