Morning Briefing: Mets Extend Winning Streak to Season-High Six Games

Good morning, Mets fans!

The Mets defeated the Padres 7-5 in ten innings on Friday night for the team’s sixth consecutive win, the longest winning streak of the season. Justin Verlander notched a quality start despite a shaky beginning to the game, while Francisco Álvarez recorded his first career four-hit game as he remains hot at the plate. The win puts the Mets at 42-46, just four games under .500 with the All-Star break imminent.

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The Yankees activated their star free agent signing from this past offseason, Carlos Rodón, from the injured list. Rodón made his Yankee debut on Friday night and gave up two earned runs in 5 1/3 innings pitched.

The Yankees also placed Jake Bauers on the injured list, recalling Franchy Cordero to take his place on the roster.

The Tigers designated infielder Jonathan Schoop for assignment. In 55 games this year, he had been struggling immensely with a .550 OPS.

The Athletics placed MLB stolen base leader Esteury Ruiz on the 10-day injured list with a shoulder injury.

Due to injuries, Adolis García and Austin Hays were announced as starting outfielders in the American League for the All-Star Game.

Other additions to the All-Star Game are reliever Carlos Estévez, who takes the place of Emmanuel Clase, and Geraldo Perdomo, who takes the place of Dansby Swanson.

The Marlins optioned 20-year-old rookie pitcher Eury Pérez to the minor leagues. Despite his dazzling numbers in the majors, his being sent down is in order to limit his workload for a potential call-up later in the season.

The Phillies are shutting down their no. 1 prospect, Andrew Painter, after tests on his elbow yielded concern.

Isaiah Campbell of the Mariners became the first Portugese-born player in AL/NL history last night as he pitched in relief and struck out a batter for Seattle.