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Red Sox pitcher Brayan Bello is identified as the premier two-start option for fantasy baseball, with matchups against the Royals and Padres this week. He has demonstrated exceptional consistency, having allowed more than three earned runs in only one of his 18 starts this season. Bello is considered a top acquisition in shallow leagues due to his reliable performance.
Atlanta Braves pitcher Hurston Waldrep earned his first major league win during a unique MLB Speedway Classic game against the Cincinnati Reds at Bristol Motor Speedway. Called up from Triple-A Gwinnett, the right-hander pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing only one run and three hits, contributing to Atlanta's 4-2 victory. His momentous day began with a 4:45 a.m. wake-up and a lengthy drive to the venue, marking his first MLB appearance of the 2025 season after debuting in 2024.
Jhoan Duran secured the save for the Phillies, closing out their 2-0 victory against the Tigers. He delivered a strong outing, highlighted by a 103 MPH fastball against Riley Greene to end the game. Manager Rob Thomson praised Duran's performance, noting his strength on the mound.
Kyle Stowers delivered a pivotal three-run home run in the fourth inning, extending the Miami Marlins' lead to 6-1 against the New York Yankees. His decisive hit contributed to Miami's 7-3 victory on Sunday, securing the franchise's first-ever sweep of the Yankees. This win also propelled the Marlins to a .500 record (55-55) for the first time since April.
Frankie Montas delivered his second consecutive poor outing on Sunday, surrendering seven runs over four-plus innings in the Mets' 12-4 loss to the San Francisco Giants. The right-hander's struggles included giving up a three-run homer to Rafael Devers and raising his season ERA to 6.68. Manager Carlos Mendoza stated Montas "has got to be better," indicating his spot in the rotation is now uncertain after allowing 12 runs over his last two starts.
Chicago White Sox infielder Miguel Vargas was placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday due to a left oblique strain. The 25-year-old was scratched from Saturday night’s game against the Angels because of the injury. Vargas, who was acquired from the Dodgers in July 2024 as part of a three-team trade, is batting .229 with 13 homers and 44 RBIs in 106 games this season.
Trevor Larnach contributed a two-run hit in a four-run first inning, helping the Minnesota Twins secure a 5-4 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday. This crucial performance allowed the Twins to avoid a three-game sweep and snap their four-game losing streak.
Kyle Isbel delivered a go-ahead RBI double in the 10th inning against Seranthony Domínguez, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 7-4 comeback victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday. His hit helped cap a five-run 10th inning for the Royals. This win allowed Kansas City to take two of three from the AL East-leading Blue Jays and return to a .500 record.
Rafael Devers broke out of a slump with a three-run homer and four RBIs total, powering the San Francisco Giants to a 12-4 victory over the New York Mets on Sunday. The 403-foot blast was only Devers' fifth home run since his acquisition from Boston on June 15. He had been 3 for 29 in between round-trippers, with his previous homer dating back to July 23.
Luis Gil, the 2024 AL Rookie of the Year, made his long-awaited season debut for the Yankees after being reinstated from the 60-day injured list due to a high-grade lat strain. In his return, Gil struggled with command, surrendering five runs on five hits and four walks over 3 1/3 innings, throwing 77 pitches. His performance contributed to the Yankees' 7-3 loss and their first-ever sweep by the Miami Marlins.
Eli White hit both a three-run homer and a solo shot to lead the Atlanta Braves to a 4-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. White's first homer gave Atlanta a 3-1 lead in the second inning, and he later added his sixth homer of the season with a leadoff shot in the seventh. His performance was instrumental in the rain-delayed MLB Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Freddie Freeman scored a run and drove in another, effectively snapping the Los Angeles Dodgers' 18-inning scoreless drought in their 3-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. Freeman extended his on-base streak to 18 games, collecting three hits on the day. He contributed significantly to the series win, totaling seven RBIs.
Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm is making significant strides in his recovery from a fractured rib sustained on July 18 after being hit by a pitch. He has begun running the bases and hitting in the cage, with manager Rob Thomson stating he is getting close to outdoor hitting. Bohm is expected to undergo a rehab assignment before being activated.
Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola is progressing in his recovery, having thrown three innings at Lehigh Valley where he allowed no runs, three hits, and struck out three batters. He was seen walking around the field after his outing. The team anticipates Nola will return to the big club as a starter, potentially moving Taijuan Walker back to the bullpen.
Andrew Vaughn is emerging as a starting option at first base for the Milwaukee Brewers following Rhys Hoskins' placement on the injured list with a sprained thumb, expected to miss four to six weeks. Vaughn has been red hot recently, going 12-for-37 with three home runs and 13 RBI in his last 12 games, showing an intriguing approach change since his trade. His strong performance comes at a time when the Brewers' lineup is performing well.
Ceddanne Rafaela hit an RBI single for the Boston Red Sox as they defeated the Houston Astros 6-1, completing a series sweep. His contribution came during a six-run fourth inning that saw Boston pull away.
Trevor Story contributed to the Boston Red Sox's 6-1 victory over the Houston Astros by hitting an RBI single. His hit came during a decisive six-run fourth inning, helping the Red Sox complete a series sweep.
Colorado Rockies closer Seth Halvorsen has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right elbow strain, sustained after leaving Saturday's game against Pittsburgh. He exited after throwing five pitches in the ninth inning, and interim manager Warren Schaeffer stated the injury "don't look good." Halvorsen leads the Rockies with 11 saves this season, holding a 1-2 record and a 4.99 ERA, and had converted nine of his last ten save opportunities.
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. is highlighted as a top home run prop bet for Sunday, August 3. Despite having 16 home runs this season, fewer than his previous 30-homer seasons, Witt Jr. leads the American League with 36 doubles and has demonstrated recent high exit velocities, indicating potential for increased power. Notably, all of his home runs this season have come against right-handed pitchers, and he is scheduled to face Chris Bassitt, who has recently allowed five home runs in his last two starts.
Chicago Cubs player Seiya Suzuki was involved in a play on Monday where his comebacker hit Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski. This incident occurred during an 8-4 win and resulted in Misiorowski being placed on the 15-day injured list. Misiorowski suffered a left tibia contusion due to the play.
