Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Max Scherzer criticized the suspension of 12-year-old Marco Rocco for a bat flip after his home run, calling it “ridiculous” and showing support for the enjoyment of the game. Following legal action by Rocco’s father, the suspension was overturned, allowing Marco to play in a tournament where he struggled at bat, emphasizing the evolving acceptance of emotion in baseball.
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The Phillies are in discussions with the Diamondbacks about acquiring third baseman Eugenio Suarez, especially as they need depth due to Alec Bohm's injury. While adding Suarez could enhance their lineup, it may create a positional logjam once Bohm returns; potential trades involving Bohm or a multi-player deal with outfielders could be explored to facilitate the move. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Seattle Mariners made a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks, acquiring first baseman Josh Naylor, while still aggressively pursuing former Mariner Eugenio Suarez, who has become a hot commodity after an All-Star season with 36 home runs. As the trade deadline approaches, adding Suarez could significantly enhance the Mariners' offensive power as they compete for a playoff spot, trailing the AL West leader by five games. Want More Context? 🔎
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Both the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Yankees will be missing their regular right fielders for Saturday's game, with Aaron Judge sidelined due to a right elbow injury and Nick Castellanos out with a left knee injury. In Castellanos' absence, the Phillies are considering potential trades, including interest in Steven Kwan and Eugenio Suárez, to bolster their lineup before the MLB trade deadline. Want More Context? 🔎
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