The Tampa Bay Rays have shown their potential as contenders by winning the first two games of a weekend series against the AL-leading Detroit Tigers, with victories of 14-8 and 8-3. Their offensive resurgence, highlighted by a .333 batting average and strong pitching with a 2.97 ERA since May 20, has propelled them to a 22-8 record over the last 30 games, making them a formidable team in the American League.
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The D-backs are pivoting to a seller's strategy, trading first baseman Josh Naylor to the Mariners for pitching prospects while third baseman Eugenio Suárez garners interest from multiple teams, including the Mariners, Reds, Cubs, and Yankees. The Astros are also in the mix following an injury to Isaac Paredes, although financial constraints may complicate their pursuit of Suárez. Want More Context? 🔎
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At the MLB All-Star break, the Detroit Tigers held a strong record of 59-38 but have since struggled, losing 10 of their last 11 games, including an 11-4 defeat to the Toronto Blue Jays, which pushed their record to 60-44. The Blue Jays dominated with a five-run sixth inning, led by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Ernie Clement, while Toronto's José Berríos is set to pitch against Detroit's Keider Montero in their next game. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Padres are considering trading starter Dylan Cease, who has attracted interest from several AL East teams, including the Blue Jays, Rays, Red Sox, and Yankees. Despite his struggles this season, Cease's durability and past performance make him a valuable rental, and San Diego may look to trade him for young talent while addressing their rotation's long-term needs. Want More Context? 🔎
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