Fresh off being named International League Pitcher of the Month, Mets prospect Brandon Sproat continued his strong performance in August, pitching six innings against the Charlotte Knights and allowing three earned runs while striking out four. Despite a slight increase in his ERA to 4.10 after surpassing 100 innings, Sproat’s impressive outing keeps him in contention for a big league promotion.
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The MLB trade deadline saw significant activity, particularly in the AL Central, with the Detroit Tigers acquiring seven pitchers to reinforce their roster, while the Cleveland Guardians made only minor trades due to the loss of closer Emmanuel Clase. The Kansas City Royals aggressively bolstered their lineup, contrasting with the Minnesota Twins' extensive fire sale and the Chicago White Sox's minimal moves, ultimately highlighting a lack of impactful acquisitions across the division. Want More Context? 🔎
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In a standout performance, Athletics rookie pitcher Jacob Lopez achieved career highs with 10 strikeouts and 7 2/3 innings pitched, leading to a 6-0 victory over the Nationals. Lopez, who has not allowed a run in his last three outings, displayed impressive control with no walks and an ERA drop to 3.59, earning praise from manager Mark Kotsay for his strike zone efficiency and deceptive pitching style. Want More Context? 🔎
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Former St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina will join the coaching staff for two games against the Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium this weekend, marking his first appearance with the team since retiring in 2022. Molina, who aspires to manage in MLB, aims to gain bench experience after previously managing Team Puerto Rico at the World Baseball Classic. Want More Context? 🔎
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