Paul Skenes, a cover athlete on MLB The Show 25, admitted he lacks the finger dexterity needed to play video games effectively and prefers to avoid them altogether. Despite his virtual gaming struggles, Skenes excels as a pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, boasting impressive stats in the real world. While he may not excel in the virtual realm, Skenes remains one of baseball’s rising stars.
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Mets outfield prospect Drew Gilbert achieved his first four-hit game in Triple-A, going 4-for-5 with a double and a key single that helped Syracuse win 8-4 over Omaha, raising his batting average to .246. Meanwhile, Double-A Binghamton saw Carson Benge and Ryan Clifford hit home runs, with Clifford notching two to reach 19 for the season, solidifying his status as a top prospect. Want More Context? 🔎
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At Dodger Stadium, Shohei Ohtani made history by tying a Dodgers record with his fifth home run in five games, hitting a 411-foot shot to give the team an early lead. The game culminated in a thrilling finish, as Freddie Freeman delivered a walk-off hit in the ninth inning, leading to a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Twins and allowing Ohtani to score the winning run. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Oakland Athletics have signed left-handed pitcher Jamie Arnold, who was selected 11th overall in the recent draft with a signing bonus of $5,985,100. Arnold, a 21-year-old from Florida State University, boasts a 2.98 ERA over his last two seasons and is recognized for his mid-90s fastball and effective slider, positioning him as a key prospect in the A's rebuilding efforts. Want More Context? 🔎
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