Mike Trout still capable of carrying a lineup despite poor start to season

The Mets lost 4-3 in extra innings to the Giants despite a solid performance from David Peterson and Pete Alonso's 249th career homer. With roster changes following the MLB Trade Deadline, new additions Tyler Rogers and Cedric Mullins expressed excitement about their roles, while Carlos Mendoza emphasized addressing offensive issues moving forward. Want More Context? 🔎

Major League Baseball has shifted to a "true" trade deadline, eliminating August waiver trades and narrowing avenues for teams to acquire players post-deadline. Teams can still execute trades involving minor league players, utilize outright and release waivers, sign free agents like J.D. Martinez, scout independent leagues, and look to foreign leagues for potential additions. Want More Context? 🔎

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Tanner Scott met with team officials after injuring his pitching arm as the team faces a critical playoff push, banking on their core players to recover from injuries. Despite calls for more aggressive trades at the deadline, the Dodgers maintained their roster, hoping their stars, including Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani, will lead them through the postseason. Want More Context? 🔎