Juan Soto is on a Hall of Fame track and now he’ll wear a Mets hat on his plaque if he makes it to Cooperstown

Another day in Major League Baseball highlighted exceptional pitching performances, continuing a trend from previous games. Notably, Reese Olson of the Detroit Tigers delivered his best outing of the season, pitching 7 1/3 shutout innings against the San Diego Padres, allowing just two hits and striking out seven, which improved his ERA to 3.29. His strong performance has significantly contributed to the strength of Detroit's rotation, positioning them among the top in baseball. Full Article

The Phillies experienced an injury scare with left-hander Cristopher Sánchez, who left his start against the Mets after two innings due to forearm soreness, though the team later downplayed concerns, stating he felt normal the next day. Sánchez, an All-Star last year, has maintained strong performance this season, and if he avoids the injured list, the team faces a decision on maintaining a six-man rotation or moving a starter to the bullpen, potentially affecting Taijuan...

This week's Closer Report highlights Mason Miller's exceptional performance, with a perfect save record and a 17/1 K/BB ratio, while Jeff Hoffman thrives as the Blue Jays' closer. Injury concerns arise around Emmanuel Clase, who struggled recently, and his status may be affected by shoulder discomfort, prompting potential shifts in the Guardians' bullpen. Other notable closers include Josh Hader and Andrés Muñoz, while various relievers like Tanner Scott and Jose Alvarado show promise, though the...

In a frustrating series, the Phillies were swept by the Mets, losing 4-3 in extra innings, which left them trailing by five games in the NL East. Bryce Harper expressed his dissatisfaction with the team's performance, emphasizing the need to win consistently and capitalize on scoring opportunities, as the team has struggled with poor at-bats and a lack of power. Manager Rob Thomson noted the randomness of the game, highlighting the importance of maintaining a...

The New York Yankees are set to host the Toronto Blue Jays in a three-game series starting Friday, with key focuses on player performances. Aaron Judge enters the series with a remarkable .415 batting average and a 21-game on-base streak, while Anthony Volpe struggles below the Mendoza line at .198. The Yankees need a strong showing from Clarke Schmidt and Devin Williams, as they face a crucial AL East battle against the Blue Jays, who...