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With a 57‑57 record and a wild‑card spot within reach, Pittsburgh executed a series of moves at the trade deadline, adding relievers Camilo Doval, Luke Weaver and Kirby Yates while also bolstering the outfield. The acquisitions signal a clear intent to compete, even as other contenders reshaped their rosters.
As the August 3 deadline approaches, teams with slim playoff odds are exploring trades, while owners and managers weigh the impact on their rosters and fantasy leagues.
A look at the most volatile closer situations across the American and National Leagues, the impact of recent injuries, and what fantasy baseball players should watch as the second half approaches.
A late‑inning homer by Noelvi Marte and a strong relief effort lift the Reds past the Pirates in a back‑and‑forth contest at Great American Ball Park.
The Reds' pitching development woes threaten long‑term competitiveness, prompting calls for a revamped scouting and player‑development strategy.
A decade after the Houston Astros’ sign‑stealing scandal, the team’s depleted farm system and costly trades have left the franchise grappling with a weakened roster and limited prospects for a swift rebound.
The 2026 Allegiance 200 will see 38 trucks on the track at Nashville Superspeedway, with two drivers left out of the lineup. Notable entries include Spire Motorsports’ Rajah Caruth and Jesse Love, while Parker Retzlaff joins Halmar Friesen Racing with Legacy Motor Club.
The Cincinnati Reds rank last in MLB across multiple pitching metrics, with injuries to top arms and a thin farm system amplifying the problem.
The Reds rank at the bottom of MLB in nearly every pitching metric, and a cascade of injuries has left the rotation and bullpen depleted, with limited options for replacement.