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These two teams have fallen short of expectations so far, and it might be time to sound the alarm.
Curt Bishop|

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What's next for the Major League Baseball Players Association?
Patrick McAvoy|
The New York Mets rookie is on an insane run right now that hasn't been seen in MLB often.
Patrick McAvoy|
There have been a lot of surprises so far in the National League East, to say the least.
Patrick McAvoy|
The Lucas Giolito sweepstakes could be coming to a close if a team gets aggressive enough.
Zach Pressnell|
The Tigers have extended Kevin McGonigle, and this could ultimately have a massive ripple effect on the league.
Curt Bishop|
The San Diego Padres closer has been striking guys out at a level not seen in Major League Baseball in a very long time.
Patrick McAvoy|
It sounds like there is some real interest in Lucas Giolito out there in free agency right now.
Patrick McAvoy|
The Houston Astros have one of the most surprising stats that you're going to see from a baseball team right now.
Patrick McAvoy|

Schedules

The Phillies are expected to move on from a bad contract this winter.

History

The Mariners made a key trade at the deadline got a lot out of their acquisition. Letting him walk in free agency would be a mistake.

Minors

Austin Hays is off the board. Here’s where the MLB outfield market stands after the White Sox land the veteran slugger.

Fantasy

A later trade deadline could reshape the market, affecting buyer and seller strategies and altering how teams approach midseason moves.

Podcasts

Right-handed pitcher Cade Horton has a 1.24 ERA in 29 innings with the Triple-A Iowa Cubs this season. Fastball On SI columnist Jack Ankony shared his thoughts on the move in Friday's episode of The Payoff Pitch podcast.

Injuries

The Braves could use this veteran right-hander.

Betting

If the Phillies lose him, here are two teams that should be all in on him.

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