The Mets and Royals begin a three-game series in Kansas City on Friday, featuring the return of pitcher Kodai Senga from injury, alongside Sean Manaea making his season debut. Despite the Royals’ strong pitching, their struggling offense, led by key players like Bobby Witt Jr., faces a tough matchup against Senga and the Mets’ lineup, with predictions favoring Pete Alonso as the series MVP.
Yankees GM Brian Cashman is seeking pitching reinforcements before the trade deadline due to injuries affecting key players, including ace Gerrit Cole and Clarke Schmidt. Considering the inconsistent performance of Diamondbacks righty Zac Gallen, who has potential but struggles with control, acquiring him could be a gamble for the Yankees, especially if the cost is reasonable. Need More Context? 🔎
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The seventh edition of the MLB Power Rankings for the 2025 season highlights team grades at the All-Star break, with the Chicago Cubs leading at 57-39, followed closely by the Detroit Tigers at 59-38. The rankings reflect various factors, including key player performances, injuries, and team dynamics, with the Rockies struggling significantly at 22-74. Need More Context? 🔎
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On Thursday, the Texas Rangers traded right-hander Dane Dunning to the Atlanta Braves for right-hander José Ruiz and cash considerations. Ruiz, who has struggled this season with an 8.82 ERA in 18 appearances, will report to Triple-A Round Rock, while Dunning, with a 3.38 ERA in five games for Texas this season, had previously been a key player since joining in 2020. Need More Context? 🔎
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