- Wild-card chaos: six AL teams within four games — the Mariners would be in with a losing record, while surprise surges from the Red Sox and Tigers keep things interesting.
- Trade-deadline drama: Aug. 3 could reshape many clubs — sellers (Angels, Rockies, A’s) and buyers (Marlins, Cardinals, White Sox) face big decisions, and arms like Tarik Skubal could be on the move.
- All-Star buzz and breakout stories: Mike Trout is back for the All-Star Game in Philly (July 14), amid breakout seasons from youngsters like Junior Caminero and JJ Wetherholt.
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