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MLB Suspensions Following Incident Involving Jorge LopezMajor League Baseball announced suspensions for Nationals reliever Jorge Lopez and manager Davey Martinez after Lopez's fastball nearly hit Andrew McCutchen, leading to an ejection and benches clearing. Lopez received a three-game suspension, which he plans to appeal, while Martinez was suspended for one game, serving it immediately. Despite the league's belief that Lopez intentionally threw at McCutchen, both Lopez and McCutchen denied intent, with Lopez's recent performance raising...

The White Sox have designated veteran catcher Omar Narvaez for assignment, promoting top prospect Edgar Quero to the majors in his place. Narvaez, who had a brief stint with the team, posted a .201 average in recent seasons, including only four games this year. The Sox also reinstated outfielder Andrew Benintendi from the injured list, while Greg Jones was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte; Benintendi's strong performance could make him a viable trade candidate later in...

As the 2025 season progresses, the White Sox are set to promote top catching prospect Edgar Quero for his MLB debut, necessitating a 40-man roster move. Meanwhile, Mariners right-hander Emerson Hancock is returning to the majors after a disastrous first outing, looking to redeem himself against the Reds. Tensions are high in the Nationals and Pirates series following a series of hit-by-pitches, culminating in a bench-clearing incident and the ejection of Nationals reliever Jorge Lopez,...

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola is experiencing a frustrating period in his 11-year career, recently allowing seven runs in 5 1/3 innings against the San Francisco Giants. Nola has an 0-4 record with a 6.65 ERA and has issued eight walks over two games, including two consecutive bases-loaded walks, which he finds unacceptable. Despite these struggles, he aims to improve his performance while reflecting on his past success, holding a career 3.74 ERA and currently...

The Atlanta Braves have released right-hander Buck Farmer, who was pitching on a minor league deal with their Triple-A affiliate in Gwinnett. The 34-year-old had a solid track record with the Cincinnati Reds, maintaining a 3.68 ERA over 193 innings, but struggled during spring training and early in the Triple-A season, posting a 7.71 ERA. Despite his recent challenges, Farmer has substantial big league experience, with nearly eight seasons and a career 4.03 ERA since...