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    Red Sox looking to add infielders, targeting Lopez

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    The Athletic’s Jen McCaffrey reports that the Red Sox are looking to add more infielders, even after acquiring Curtis Mead.

    Of course, Mead is sidelined for the next 6-8 weeks with a fractured wrist, so that plays a part in it. All of Trevor Story (sports hernia), Marcelo Mayer (forearm stress reaction), and Isiah Kiner-Falefa (forearm stress reaction) are on the injured list as well, so infield depth is a need. The Red Sox have been linked to Otto Lopez, which would require a sizable offer that “would have to start with” Boston’s second-ranked prospect RHP Anthony Eyanson.
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    McAdam spoke with a league source that indicated the chances of a deal to send Lopez to Boston are “dead” and it appears highly unlikely the Marlins will trade him. It’s purely speculation, but the Red Sox figure to be extremely reluctant to move either of their top prospects in shortstop Franklin Arias, who is tearing the cover off the ball since being promoted to Triple-A Worcester recently, and righty Anthony Eyanson, who struck out a season-high 10 batters at Double-A Portland on Friday night. The Red Sox have been linked to multiple shortstops ahead of next week’s trade deadline, but it seems highly unlikely that Lopez is going to Boston, or anywhere else at the moment.
  • MIA Shortstop #6
    Lopez is back at shortstop and hitting leadoff following a brief two-game absence due to right ring finger inflammation. The 27-year-old’s fascinating career odyssey has taken an unexpected turn towards superstardom this season as he’s slashing .335/.368/.505 with 61 runs scored, nine homers, 46 RBI and 18 stolen bases across 419 plate appearances through 97 games.
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    Lopez takes a seat for the second consecutive contest with inflammation in his right ring finger. The positive news for the Marlins, and fantasy managers, is that initial X-rays came back negative and he doesn’t appear to be facing an extended absence. The 27-year-old middle infielder has been an unexpected breakout sensation, delivering first-round fantasy value this season, slashing .335/.368/.505 with 61 runs scored, nine homers, 46 RBI and 18 stolen bases across 419 plate appearances through 97 games. It’ll be Javier Sanoja taking over at shortstop in his place on Monday night.
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    Lopez took a groundball off his finger on Saturday and has had a little discomfort holding a bat. His finger is taped, and he said he could be available off the bench on Sunday, which makes us believe this should not be a long-term situation. Javier Sanoja will start at shortstop in his place while Leo Jimenez starts at third base and will bat sixth for the Fish against Brewers’ left-hander Robert Gasser.
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    Per Marlins Communications, Lopez became the first player since Jose Altuve in 2014 to record 40 multi-hit games before the All-Star break. The breakout shortstop is hitting a league-best .345 with less than a week to go before the midsummer classic. He has increased his bat speed this season while squaring up the ball more than in the past, significantly raising his expected batting average, according to Statcast. There might be some overperformance in his stat line, but he’s been an improved player for a Marlins club that is now nine games over .500.
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    It makes back-to-back games where Lopez has picked up three hits and a homer. The 27-year-old also doubled and drew a walk, and in the process saw his slash improve to a remarkable — and totally unexpected — .346/.376/.520 on the season. Even if there was to be some substantial regression after the break, what Lopez has done over these first 90 games cannot be ignored. He deserves more respect for his first three months.
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    In addition to the two-run jack, Lopez also added an RBI double. He’s been remarkable in 2026, and those three knocks now give him a .341 average with a .506 slugging percentage that shows there’s been plenty of hard contact between the dinks and dunks for the 27-year-old. It’s more than fair to wonder when the regression is coming, but Lopez just keeps hitting, and he’s passing the eye test in the process. He’s more than deserving of the first All-Star selection he procured prior to Saturday’s win.
  • MIA Shortstop #6
    Lopez is hitting .336, the best mark in the majors. His 115 hits are 10 more than Luis Arraez in second place. He seems like a lock for a reserve spot on the NL All-Star team. Either CJ Abrams or Mookie Betts is going to be the starter at shortstop, though Betts probably won’t be picked for the team if he isn’t the starter.
  • MIA Shortstop #6
    Lopez has been one of the breakout stars of this MLB season. The 27-year-old is hitting .340/.374/.483 with eight home runs, 35 RBI, and 16 steals in 80 games. There were some skeptics of his early hot start, but this is very much for real, and he should easily be an All-Star in a few weeks time.
  • MIA Shortstop #6
    Lopez delivered his 31st multi-hit performance of the season, raising his batting average to a league-best .336 mark with the All-Star break rapidly approaching. The 27-year-old infielder probably deserves his first Midsummer Classic selection as the only player hitting above .300 with double-digit stolen bases. He hasn’t been a complete zero in the power department either with three round-trippers in 78 games. He’s vastly exceeded any realistic expectations from fantasy managers coming into the year and has been one of the most impactful early-season waiver wire additions.

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    Reid Detmers allowed three runs in four innings and took the loss against the Orioles on Wednesday.

    Detmers gave up four hits, walked one and struck out five. He fell to 3-8 with the loss. All three runs against Detmers came in the fourth inning on two home runs, a two-run shot by Tyler O’Neill and a solo shot by Coby Mayo. Detmers has now allowed five home runs over his last three starts. He has a 4.12 ERA. Detmers is lined up to face the Rangers at home next week.
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    Trevor Rogers allowed two runs in six inning and got the win in the Orioles’ 5-2 victory over the Angels on Wednesday.

    Rogers gave up three hits, walked none and struck out nine. He improved to 7-7 with the win. Rogers is now 5-1 with a 2.32 ERA since June 1 (11 starts). He has a 4.20 ERA this season. Rogers is lined up to face the Twins on the road next week.
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    Kyle Harrison was removed from Wednesday’s start against the Pirates with bilateral calf cramps.

    It’s a massive relief that Harrison isn’t dealing with anything arm-related following a one-month absence due to a forearm issue. It appears that his early departure was for precautionary reasons after he experienced cramping in both of his calves while warming up for the sixth inning. The 24-year-old southpaw was in the middle of a dominant performance during his return from the injured list, allowing just two baserunners over five shutout innings while recording his fourth double-digit strikeout effort of the season. He struck out eight consecutive batters prior to his early exit. He’s slated to take the ball against the Padres his next time out on Tuesday.
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    Willson Contreras was removed from Wednesday’s game against the White Sox due to illness.

    Fantasy managers can go ahead and mark another square on their Willson Contreras early-exit bingo cards for the season. It’s a relief that he isn’t dealing with any additional physical issues after being replaced at first base in the fifth inning after going 1-for-1 with an RBI. He also drew a walk. The 34-year-old should be ready to return to Boston’s lineup once he’s feeling better. It’s entirely possible he’s ready to play in Thursday’s series finale at Fenway Park.
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    Andrew Painter was removed from Wednesday’s start against the Nationals with left hamstring tightness.

    Painter threw just 63 pitches over four innings during his second start back in the majors. He finished with four strikeouts and allowed one run on three hits over four frames. The 23-year-old former top pitching prospect will undergo further evaluation to determine the severity of the issue and whether he’ll require a trip to the injured list. It’s not an ideal development for the Phillies since they don’t have a ton of starting pitching depth and just passed the trade deadline. There should be a decision on his status later this week.
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    Tigers signed LHP Austin Gomber to a minor league contract.

    Gomber heads to the Motor City as organizational depth at Triple-A Toledo. The 32-year-old southpaw hasn’t pitched in the big leagues this season and has spent time with the Rangers and Braves at the Triple-A level where he’s compiled a 6.01 ERA across 82 1/3 innings.
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    Pirates sent RHP Chris Devenski outright to Triple-A Indianapolis.

    Devenski was jettisoned from Pittsburgh’s 40-man roster after spending three months on the injured list with an undisclosed illness. The 35-year-old journeyman reliever made three appearances for the Pirates earlier this year.
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    Royals sent SS Andrew Velazquez outright to Triple-A Omaha.

    Velazquez passed through waivers unclaimed after being removed from Kansas City’s roster earlier this week once Bobby Witt Jr. made it back from the injured list. The 32-year-old middle infielder went 1-for-15 at the plate during his time with the Royals.
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    Phillies RHP Lou Trivino elected free agency.

    Trivino passed through waivers unclaimed after being removed from Philadelphia’s roster at the trade deadline. The well-traveled 34-year-old wound up making only three relief appearances for the Phillies.
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    Twins released RHP Cody Laweryson.

    Laweryson went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment last weekend. The 28-year-old made 15 relief appearances for Minnesota earlier this season.