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2 weeks ago | 
baseballhq.com | Sara Sanchez |Brian Rudd |Brian Entrekin
St. Louis CardinalsIt's been a rough week for the St. Louis Cardinals, who have lost five games in a row right as the Cubs were finally looking vulnerable. They've dropped to third in the NL Central, half a game behind the Brewers, and 5.5 games behind the Cubs. One of those games was the result of a Ryan Helsley blown save in Toronto on Monday. It was the third blown save opportunity in a row for Helsley and his fifth on the season.
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2 weeks ago | 
baseballhq.com | Brian Entrekin |Alain De Leonardis |Sara Sanchez
Boston Red SoxWhile it seemed that Kristian Campbell was nearing his first-ever appearance at first base, the team has now pulled the plug on the experiment. The decision not to give Campbell any time at first base could have been influenced by several factors, including the team wanting Campbell’s focus to be on turning around his own offensive fortunes at the time of the decision and the fact that the injury to Alex Bregman allowed Marcelo Mayer to receive a call-up to fill in at third base.
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2 weeks ago | 
baseballhq.com | Brian Entrekin |Alain De Leonardis |Sara Sanchez |Brian Rudd
Los Angeles AngelsThe Angels have constantly been shifting infielders all season. Kyren Paris was once getting 2B at-bats, but that’s over as Paris is now back in Triple-A. Luis Rengifo has played 2B and is now playing 3B, with Yoán Moncada on the injured list. Scott Kingery has been filling in throughout the infield but more as a utility player. The Angels even signed Chris Taylor, who has been seeing at-bats at 2B.
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3 weeks ago | 
baseballhq.com | Mark Gannon |Alain De Leonardis |Brian Entrekin |Sara Sanchez
San Francisco GiantsThe Giants top prospect, left-handed hitting 1B Bryce Eldridge, could be one of the next top prospects to make their major league debut this season. The twenty-year-old Eldridge was promoted to Triple-A Sacramento from Double-A Richmond on June 3.
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3 weeks ago | 
baseballhq.com | Alain De Leonardis |Brian Entrekin |Sara Sanchez |Brian Rudd
Atlanta Braves“Here is a rule to remember in future, when anything tempts you to feel bitter: not ‘This is misfortune,’ but ‘To bear this worthily is good fortune.’ –Marcus Aurelius, MeditationsThink it’s tough juggling work, family, whatever kink you have going on, and a half dozen or more fantasy teams? Try successfully expanding the world’s greatest empire while fending off murderous plots and also writing some of the most profound philosophical musings of all time.
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3 weeks ago | 
baseballhq.com | Brian Entrekin |Sara Sanchez |Brian Rudd |Mark Gannon
Los Angeles AngelsThe Angels' offense has been hot and cold all season. Between injuries and poor performance, there has been reason for some needed change. Sure, Taylor Ward, Zach Neto, and Logan O'Hoppe are doing great and no concerns there, but there are a few infield spots that could use a change. Luis Rengifo has played 2B and 3B this season, while Yoán Moncada has played 3B when he's not on the IL. Kyren Paris was once an option, but he fizzled out and is back in Triple-A.
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1 month ago | 
baseballhq.com | Mark Gannon |Brian Entrekin |Sara Sanchez
Arizona DiamondbacksWith RHP Justin Martinez back from the 15-day IL, he has jumped right back into a high leverage role, although he hasn't seen action in a traditional closer role in his first two appearances. The Diamondbacks have not had a 9th inning save opportunity yet, with Martinez pitching in the 8th inning both times he's been called on. Martinez returned to action on May 24 and struggled in his first outing in almost four weeks, giving up 2 ER on 2 H and 1` BB with 2 K over 1.0 IP.
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1 month ago | 
baseballhq.com | Brian Entrekin |Sara Sanchez |Mark Gannon
Baltimore OriolesAs has been noted in recent editions of Playing Time Today, Baltimore has been searching for solutions for its struggling starting rotation (5.54 ERA, 29th in MLB). With injured starting pitchers Grayson Rodriguez, Kyle Bradish, and Tyler Wells not expected back any time soon, the team will need to rely on its internal options. After Baltimore designated Kyle Gibson for assignment, they gave an opportunity to Chayce McDermott (pitching in bulk following an opener).
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1 month ago | 
baseballhq.com | Brian Entrekin |Sara Sanchez |Mark Gannon
Houston AstrosThe Astros have been searching for a regular second baseman all season. Their usual second baseman, Jose Altuve, has been in left field with the occasional game at second base, while Brendan Rodgers started the season at 2B but now shares the position with Mauricio Dubón. Between Rodgers, Dubón, and occasionally Altuve, the Astros have been getting next to no offensive production at 2B, and they may need a change.
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1 month ago | 
baseballhq.com | Sara Sanchez |Mark Gannon |Brian Entrekin
Cincinnati RedsThe Reds have dealt with a slew of injuries early this season, but new manager Terry Francona has been getting the most out of his players. It's a big reason the team has been able to weather injuries to key position players and starting pitchers. They'll enter a weekend series with the division-leading Cubs at Great American Ballpark just one game under .500They'll also get a big boost to their rotation with Hunter Greene returning from the injured list.
