NASCAR fans humorously suggest that rain targets their events, but this weekend, it’s the MLB Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway experiencing delays due to rain. The game between the Reds and Braves, originally scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET, has been postponed for over an hour due to persistent rain.
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Mets right-hander Paul Blackburn, recovering from a right shoulder impingement, had a successful rehab start for Triple-A Syracuse, pitching 5.1 innings with two earned runs and a 2.45 ERA across seven starts. Despite his strong minor league performance, Blackburn's major league numbers this year are poor, going 0-3 with a 7.71 ERA in six games, leaving his role with the Mets uncertain. Want More Context? 🔎
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Outfielder Forrest Wall has opted out of his minor league deal with the Padres and is entering free agency after playing 69 games at Triple-A this season. A former first-round pick, Wall has struggled to find consistent success in the majors, with a brief stint in 2023 yielding a solid but limited performance, leading to speculation about potential overseas opportunities. Want More Context? 🔎
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Veteran pitcher Rich Hill has elected free agency after being DFA’d by the Royals, having posted a 5.00 ERA in two starts. Outfielder Sean Bouchard was outrighted to the minors by the Rockies after struggling offensively, while right-hander Tyler Owens was released by the Tigers following a brief MLB debut and injury issues. Want More Context? 🔎
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