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Nationals infielder Starlin Castro is going on administrative leave after allegedly committing domestic violence, Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic reported. It will last for a minimum of seven days, pending any further agreements to extend the leave.
The Mets lost their first game out of the All-Star break on Friday, falling 4-1 to the Pirates. It was their second straight loss, but they still lead the NL East by three games. They’ll play their second of three games against the Pirates tonight at 7:05 p.m., with a scheduled starter yet to be announced.
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Metsmerized’s own Jack Ramsey reported that the Mets aren’t expected to have any trouble signing their top draft picks.
Former Mets pitcher Jerry Blevins came on Ariel Cohen’s “Beat the Shift” podcast.
Over at Mets Minors, Doug M. took a deeper look into the Mets’ latest first-round pick, Kumar Rocker.
Latest MLB News
The inspirational Giants minor leaguer Drew Robinson announced his retirement from baseball.
Jim Duquette of MLB Network reported that the MLB draft slowed down deadline talks, but it’s been “very active” over the last 48 hours.
Hank Aaron‘s wife Billye tested negative for COVID-19 after coming into close contact with the Yankees’ Aaron Judge.
The Blue Jays will be allowed to return to Canada for their July 30 homestand.
In other Blue Jays news, their first-round pick Gunnar Hoglund signed for $111,500 under slot.
Nationals broadcaster F.P. Santangelo returned to the booth after an investigation over alleged sexual misconduct.
Four NC Dinos were suspended for 72 games for violating the league’s COVID-19 protocol, according to ESPN KBO insider Daniel Kim.
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Andrew Steele-Davis graded the Mets’ bullpen in the first half, while Patrick Glynn graded the coaching staff.
Rich Sparago previewed the Mets’ three-game series against the Pirates that started Friday night.
On This Date in Mets History
1979: Lee Mazzilli hit a game-tying home run and drew a game-winning walk for the National League in the All-Star game.
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