The Gap Widens
The Dodgers and Brewers are running away from the pack—28 teams scrambling to catch up. Milwaukee just lost reliever Peter Strzelecki (opt-out), while the Padres are shopping lefty Wandy Peralta (2.32 ERA). The Astros dealt Nate Pearson to the Royals for prospect Max Martin. Bottom line: If you’re not contending, you’re selling.
Mets Fire Sale?
Rentals like Luke Weaver and Huascar Brazobán should be gone, but the Mets might need to unload more. Their window’s shut—time to reload.
Yankees’ Dilemma
One catcher won’t fix this lineup. The Bronx needs another bat, period. The Tigers’ A.J. Hinch might’ve just watched his team get lapped.
Stall Tactics Backfire
José Caballero’s pitch-clock loophole? Cute, but now he’s pissing off everyone. Umpires, fans, even his own dugout. Cut it out—this ain’t the NBA.