The Pittsburgh Pirates mishandled the 2025 trade deadline, particularly with the trade of closer David Bednar to the New York Yankees, which did not enhance the team’s future prospects. Bednar disclosed that he learned about the trade via social media and had to contact his agent for confirmation, highlighting the franchise’s poor communication.
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The Cubs have designated right-hander Brooks Kriske for assignment to accommodate the addition of Michael Soroka from a recent trade. This is Kriske's second DFA this year; he has pitched six scoreless innings across four appearances for Chicago, recording four strikeouts and five walks since being signed to a minor league deal in the offseason. Want More Context? 🔎
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An altercation between MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and Phillies star Bryce Harper occurred during a meeting, where Harper confronted Manfred over implied discussions of a salary cap, expressing the players' strong opposition to it. Manfred later downplayed the incident, suggesting it was an isolated expression of opinion, despite concerns about upcoming collective bargaining negotiations and potential work stoppages. Want More Context? 🔎
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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? 🔎
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