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Dave Dombrowski of the Philadelphia Phillies successfully traded for top closer Jhoan Duran from the Minnesota Twins, giving up prospects Mick Abel and Eduardo Tait. This significant move bolsters the Phillies' struggling bullpen and aligns with their "win now" strategy, as Duran, 27, has a strong track record and is under team control for two more seasons. Want More Context? 🔎

Shohei Ohtani was removed from a game against the Cincinnati Reds after throwing just 51 pitches, struggling with control and issuing six consecutive balls, raising concerns about upper-body discomfort. Although he exited the mound, he continued to play as the designated hitter, and a subsequent meeting with Dodgers staff left them feeling relieved about his condition. Want More Context? 🔎

The Arizona Cardinals began their second week of training camp, intensifying player competition and position battles. Receiver Zay Jones, who has struggled with injuries and performance in recent seasons, needs to prove his worth after re-signing with the team amid a past domestic battery arrest and a challenging 2023 season with only eight receptions. Want More Context? 🔎

The St. Louis Cardinals are at a crossroads as they approach the MLB trade deadline, currently sitting fourth in the NL Central and 4.5 games out of a Wild Card spot. They may consider trading star third baseman Nolan Arenado and closer Ryan Helsley to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for promising prospects Johnny King and Orelvis Martinez, while potentially moving Nolan Gorman or calling up J.J. Wetherholt. Want More Context? 🔎

Steelers training camp featured humorous interactions between Aaron Rodgers and Pat McAfee, who joked about betting on which players would start fights, predicting offensive linemen Zach Frazier or Mason McCormick. Amidst the light-hearted banter, the Steelers' revamped roster, including notable personalities like Jalen Ramsey and DK Metcalf, continues to impress as camp progresses. Want More Context? 🔎

The Dolphins signed offensive lineman Jalen McKenzie and placed Obinna Eze on injured reserve following Eze's brief stint on the active roster. McKenzie, an undrafted player from USC in 2022, has yet to appear in a regular season game despite previous stints with multiple NFL teams, including the Titans and Seahawks. Want More Context? 🔎