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Astros News
- The A’s were able to salvage a win in yesterday’s finale thanks to a strong pitching performance by Frankie Montas (Astros.com)
- Lance also turned in a strong performance that was really only marred by a couple of bloopers in the first (Twitter - Mark Berman)
- Between Melvin and Baker, this past series was managed by a couple of serious olds (Twitter - StatsCentre)
- Altuve and Correa have both announced that they will not be participating in the All Star Game this year (Astros.com)
- Brooks Raley was placed on the IL before yesterday's game due to health and safety protocols (Astros.com)
Around the League
- Here’s the full rundown of the schedule for the All Star Game next week (Sporting News)
- Trevor Bauer’s administrative leave has been extended as MLB continues its investigation into sexual assault allegations against him (ESPN)
- The Cubs have been on a losing streak, and it has the potential to completely change the trade deadline picture (MLB Trade Rumors)
- Don Mattingly’s 2022 option has been picked up by the Marlins (MLB Trade Rumors)
- Padres reliever Daniel Camarena had a night to remember as he hit a grand slam for his team while they clawed their way to victory after being down 8-0 (MLB.com)