Mets closer Edwin Diaz has been named NL Reliever of the Month for July after an impressive performance, striking out 18 batters in 11 innings without allowing an earned run, while securing seven saves. With a 1.44 ERA and 65 strikeouts in 43.2 innings this season, Diaz has not allowed an earned run since June 2 and is a strong contender for the Trevor Hoffman Award as NL Reliever of the Year.
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Game 3 of the World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers set a record for the longest game, lasting 18 innings before Freddie Freeman's walk-off home run secured a 6-5 victory for the Dodgers. Shohei Ohtani made history by reaching base nine times and achieving four extra-base hits, prompting ESPN's Jeff Passan to praise him as potentially the most talented player in baseball history. Want More Context? 🔎
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As the Cardinals enter a rebuilding phase, Brendan Donovan's future with the team is uncertain, despite having two years of arbitration control left. His versatility, solid offensive stats, and Gold Glove defense make him an attractive trade candidate for various teams, although his injury history and left-handed hitting may limit his market appeal. Want More Context? 🔎
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High praise from Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax followed pitcher Will Klein’s pivotal performance in a 6-5 Game 3 World Series victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, where he threw four scoreless innings. Klein, who had limited experience prior to 2025 and joined the Dodgers amid injuries to the bullpen, made 14 appearances that season with a strong 2.35 ERA. Want More Context? 🔎
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