MLB Power Rankings: All hail the NL West as Padres soar into No. 1 spot with best record in baseball

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The Dodgers broke their recent offensive slump with a 5-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies, bolstered by a strong performance from their star trio: Mookie Betts, Shohei Ohtani, and Freddie Freeman. Betts hit a two-run homer in the first inning, while Ohtani followed with a home run of his own, leading to a season-high 10 hits for the team. Pitcher Dustin May contributed with six innings of strong pitching, and despite some missed opportunities with...

The Pittsburgh Pirates are expected to place first baseman/catcher Endy Rodriguez on the 10-day injured list due to a laceration on his right index finger, sustained during a game against Washington. Henry Davis finished the game in his place, and with starting catcher Joey Bart day-to-day with back soreness, the team may face challenges if Bart cannot return quickly, as they lack other catchers on the 40-man roster. Rodriguez has primarily played first base this...

Marlins pitcher Xzavion Curry went unclaimed on waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Jacksonville after being designated for assignment to make room for catcher Rob Brantly. Acquired from the Guardians last summer, Curry has pitched three innings this season, allowing four runs on four hits with an average fastball of 90.5 MPH, down from previous years. With a 4.38 ERA over 150 MLB innings and the option to elect free agency, Curry may choose to...

Postgame, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza discusses what he saw in Monday's 5-1 win over the Twins...Acuña making his markThe Mets saw a strong performance from Luisangel Acuña in their 5-1 victory over the Twins, as he reached base three times, including a walk, double, and a bunt single, helping to generate runs. Mendoza highlighted Acuña's contributions as vital, especially with Jeff McNeil's impending return and Jose Siri's injury. Meanwhile, Mark Vientos also showed promise, delivering...