Zack Scott, a 4x World Series Champion and former Mets Acting GM, shares insights from his 20 years in trade deadline war rooms, highlighting the preparation and pressure involved in executing deals. He emphasizes the importance of creating an environment for collaboration, where innovative ideas can emerge, exemplified by pivotal trades like Dave Roberts that shaped baseball history.
Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees is sidelined with a flexor strain, highlighting an ongoing injury crisis in MLB, where injured-list placements for pitchers doubled from 2005 to 2024. The potential use of human growth hormone (HGH) for recovery, while controversial and currently banned, could offer a solution to accelerate healing and extend player careers if regulated properly. Want More Context? 🔎
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Sean Manaea delivered an impressive performance in his fourth outing of the season, allowing just one earned run over five innings against the Padres, with a season-high of 86 pitches. After initially facing trouble, he settled down to retire 12 consecutive batters, showcasing a strong 2.08 ERA and 0.87 WHIP, while expressing confidence in his recovery to full strength. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Cardinals' bullpen is set for significant changes, with closer Ryan Helsley likely to be traded alongside impending free agents Phil Maton and Steven Matz. JoJo Romero, a lefty reliever with a strong 2.12 ERA this season, is also a trade candidate, attracting interest from teams like the Padres, as St. Louis may seek to bolster their prospects amid diminished playoff chances. Want More Context? 🔎
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