Dodgers and Phillies Offer for Garrett Crochet
- Dodgers and Phillies have made offers for baseball player Garrett Crochet.
- The Braves are also showing interest in the player.
- MLB notes on a Guardians pitcher who transitioned from pre-med to the bullpen.
The Minnesota Twins are grappling with significant health issues as key players struggle to stay on the field. Star athletes Byron Buxton, Carlos Correa, and Royce Lewis have only shared the starting lineup 17 times this season, raising concerns about the team's offensive potential. Despite these setbacks, players like Jose Miranda and Matt Wallner are showing impressive form, with Miranda boasting a .359 batting average and a .917 OPS in his last 112 plate appearances. On the pitching front, the Twins are facing uncertainty in their rotation, particularly with Joe Ryan potentially sidelined for the remainder of the season and Chris Paddack also on the injured list. Manager Rocco Baldelli emphasized the need to focus on the present rather than dwell on hypothetical scenarios regarding player availability. The team’s depth will be tested as they navigate these challenges. In a related note, the Los Angeles Dodgers have made some of their prospects available, including right-hander River Ryan. However, the Chicago White Sox expressed concerns about Ryan's health after he missed the initial months of the season due to shoulder issues. This situation highlights the complexities teams face in balancing player health with potential trades. Meanwhile, the Angels are looking to the future with a young core, as they recently called up prospect Nolan Schanuel after a brief stint in the minors. General Manager Perry Minasian, in the final year of his contract, is focused on building a competitive team moving forward.