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[Agent]

2nd in the central division. Rookie & pitcher of the month

[James]

2nd in the central division. Rookie & pitcher of the month

Not too bad of a month, despite us losing the division lead.

[James]

American League Standings, Updated 7/9/23
American League East
1. Yankees, 54-37
2. Blue Jays, 50-41, 4.0 GB
3. Rays, 48-45, 7.0 GB
4. Red Sox, 43-48, 11.0 GB
5. Orioles, 35-54, 18.0 GB

American League Central
1. Twins, 53-38
2. Guardians, 51-39, 1.5 GB
3. White Sox, 44-48, 9.5 GB
4. Tigers, 36-54, 16.5 GB
5. Royals, 36-55, 17.0 GB

American League West
1. Angels, 59-32
2. Astros, 52-39, 7.0 GB
3. Mariners, 47-42, 11.0 GB
4. Rangers, 47-44, 12.0 GB
5. Athletics, 35-57, 24.5 GB

American League Leaders, Updated 7/9/23
Average
1. Ty France, Mariners - .352
2. Mike Trout, Angels - .347
3. Jose Altuve, Astros - .330
4. Kolten Wong, Mariners - .311
5. Anthony Rizzo, Yankees - .309

Home Runs
1. Aaron Judge, Yankees - 28
2. Giancarlo Stanton, Yankees - 28
3. Jose Altuve, Astros - 24
4. Byron Buxton, Twins - 24
5. Shohei Ohtani, Angels - 23

RBI
1. Jose ALtuve, Astros - 80
2. Aaron Judge, Yankees - 67
3. Shohei Ohtani, Angels - 64
4. Hunter Renfroe, Angels - 63
5. Bo Bichette, Blue Jays - 62

Wins
1. Alek Manoah, Blue Jays - 13
2. Reid Detmers, Angels - 12
3. Shohei Ohtani, Angels - 12
4. Tyler Anderson, Angels - 11
5. Tyler Mahle, Twins - 11

Saves
1. Jimmy Herget, Angels - 32
2. Jhoan Duran, Twins - 32
3. John Schreiber, Red Sox - 30
4. Emmanuel Clase, Guardians - 26
5. Jason Adam, Rays - 26

ERA
1. Dean Kremer, Orioles - 2.36
2. Aaron Civale, Rangers - 2.43
3. Michael Lorenzen, Tigers - 2.56
4. Cristian Javier, Astros - 2.57
5. Reid Detmers, Angels - 2.57

Strikeouts
1. Carlos Rodon, Yankees - 146
2. Shane McClanahan, Rays - 132
3. Shohei Ohtani, Angels - 132
4. Jacob deGrom, Rangers - 126
5. Tyler Glasnow, Rays - 114

Player of The Month
June: Luis Robert Jr, White Sox - .378 AVG, 6 HR, 16 RBI
May: Mike Trout, Angels - .371 AVG, 8 HR, 21 RBI
April: Jose Altuve, Astros - .308 AVG, 8 HR, 28 RBI

Pitcher of The Month
June: Reid Detmers, Angels - 4-0, 0.69 ERA, 29 SO
May: Framber Valdez, Astros - 5-0, 1.98 ERA, 41 SO
April: Shohei Ohtani, Angels - 4-1, 1.75 ERA, 45 SO

Rookie of The Month
June: Maikel Garcia, Royals - .406 AVG, 2 HR, 3 RBI
May: Gunnar Henderson, Orioles - .301 AVG, 3 HR, 12 RBI
April: Oscar Colas, White Sox - .298 AVG, 4 HR, 6 RBI

[James]

Home Run Derby and All-Star Rosters Announced

Home Run Derby
1. Aaron Judge, Yankees - 28 HR, 10.8 AB/HR
2. Giancarlo Stanton, Yankees - 28 HR, 12.5 AB/HR
3. Francisco Lindor, Mets - 25 HR, 13.0 AB/HR
4. Byron Buxton, Twins - 24 HR, 11.5 AB/HR
5. Manny Machado, Padres - 24 HR, 13.3 AB/HR
6. Jose Altuve, Astros - 24 HR, 13.2 AB/HR
7. Matt Olson, Braves - 22 HR, 13.6 AB/HR
8. Pete Alonso, Mets, 20 HR, 17.0 AB/HR

National League All-Stars
SP Justin Verlander, Mets
C Will Smith, Dodgers
1B Matt Olson, Braves
2B Francisco Lindor, Mets
3B Manny Machado, Padres
SS Trea Turner, Phillies
LF T.J. Friedl, Reds
CF Brandon Nimmo, Mets
RF Bryce Harper, Phillies
DH Ronal Acuna Jr, Braves

Brendan Rodgers, Rockies
Lourdes Gurriel Jr, Diamondbacks
J.T. Realmuto, Phillies
Nick Fortes, Marlins
Trey Mancini, Cubs
Nolan Gorman, Cardinals
Nolan Arenado, Cardinals
Austin Riley, Braves
Tommy Edman, Cardinals
Yonathan Daza, Rockies
Mookie Betts, Dodgers
Corbin Burnes, Brewers
Zac Gallen, Diamondbacks
Jack Flaherty, Cardinals
Ross Stripling, Giants
Devin Williams, Brewers
Edwin Diaz, Mets
Evan Phillips, Dodgers
Seranthony Dominguez, Phillies
David Bednar, Pirates
Dylan Floro, Marlins
Erasmo Ramirez, Nationals

American League All-Stars
SP Alek Manoah, Blue Jays
C Alejandro Kirk, Blue Jays
1B Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Blue Jays
2B Jose Altuve, Astros
3B Jose Ramirez, Guardians
SS Corey Seager, Rangers
LF Yordan Alvarez, Astros
CF Mike Trout, Angels
RF Aaron Judge, Yankees
DH Julio Rodriguez, Mariners

Giancarlo Stanton, Yankees
Eric Haase, Tigers
Salvador Perez, Royals
Ty France, Mariners
Jorge Polanco, Twins
Rafael Devers, Red Sox
Tim Anderson, White Sox
Aledmys Diaz, Athletics
Gunnar Henderson, Orioles
Byron Buxton, Twins
Hunter Renfroe, Angels
Shohei Ohtani, Angels
Jacob deGrom, Rangers
Shane McClanahan, Rays
Reid Detmers, Angels
Emmanuel Clase, Guardians
Jason Adam, Rays
Jordan Romano, Blue Jays
Clay Holmes, Yankees
Liam Hendriks, White Sox
Scott Barlow, Angels
Eli Morgan, Guardians

[mvp]

we want all the nolans!


...twin towers in a home run race by themselves

[Agent]

Fun All-Star lineup

[James]

we want all the nolans!


...twin towers in a home run race by themselves

We are all Nolans

Fun All-Star lineup

Yeah, a bit disappointed to not have a starter but it's nice to have more than the 1 mandatory selection.

[James]

Byron Buxton Wins 2023 Home Run Derby

[James]

National League shuts down American League offense
Highlight Game: 7/11/23 - T-Mobile Park, Seattle, WA

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NL | 3 | 8 | 0
AL | 0 | 2 | 0

W: Justin Verlander - 1.0 IP, 1 H, 1 SO
L: Alek Manoah - 2.0 IP, 2 H, 2 ER, 1 SO
S: Devin Williams - 1.0 IP, 1 SO



National League All-Stars:
Will Smith: 1-2, HR, 2 RBI, R
J.T. Realmuto: 1-2, 2B
Manny Machado: 1-2, R
Lourdes Gurriel Jr: 1-1, R

American League All-Stars:
Jose Ramirez: 1-2, 2B
Mike Trout: 1-3, 2B
Corey Seager: 0-1, BB
Alejandro Kirk: 0-3

[James]

Nootbaar returns from injury

St. Louis, MO - The St. Louis Cardinals received a much-needed boost as outfielder Laars Nootbaar made his highly anticipated return to the lineup after a lengthy stint on the injured list. Nootbaar, who suffered a broken shin in a game against the Chicago Cubs earlier this season, has made a remarkable recovery and is eager to contribute to his team's success.

Nootbaar had been enjoying a solid season prior to his injury, playing in 30 games and making his presence felt with 5 home runs, 17 RBIs, and an impressive .276 batting average. His ability to draw walks, ranking 7th in the National League with 20 walks, had been a valuable asset for the Cardinals' offensive strategy.

The Cardinals had been eagerly awaiting Nootbaar's return, as his offensive prowess and solid defensive skills make him a key component of the team's outfield. Manager Oliver Marmol expressed his excitement about having Nootbaar back in the lineup, acknowledging his contributions before the injury and his potential impact moving forward.

"We missed Laars's bat in the lineup, and his return gives us a significant boost," said Marmol during a press conference. "He was having a great season before the injury, and we're confident he'll pick up right where he left off."

However, Nootbaar's return also poses a challenge for the Cardinals as they manage a crowded outfield, including the highly touted rookie Jordan Walker. Walker, the Cardinals' top prospect and the #11 overall MLB prospect, has been making waves in the minor leagues and has shown great promise with his power and fielding abilities.

The Cardinals' coaching staff faces the task of finding the right balance and playing time for their outfielders, ensuring that both Nootbaar and Walker have opportunities to contribute. The team recognizes Walker's potential and remains committed to his development, but they also acknowledge the value that Nootbaar brings to the table.

Marmol emphasized the importance of maintaining a healthy competition within the team while also providing support for each player's growth. "We have a talented group of outfielders, and it's a good problem to have," Marmol noted. "We'll work together to find the right mix and give everyone a chance to shine."

As Nootbaar takes his place back in the Cardinals' lineup, fans eagerly await the dynamic duo of Nootbaar and Walker, which has the potential to strengthen the team's offensive firepower. The Cardinals' management, under Marmol's guidance, remains optimistic about the team's chances as they continue their quest for success in the second half of the season.

With Nootbaar's return and the emergence of Walker, the Cardinals aim to strike the right balance in their crowded outfield, harnessing the talent and potential of their players to propel the team to new heights. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Nootbaar and Walker, as their contributions could prove pivotal in the Cardinals' pursuit of a successful campaign.