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Assessing Derek Jeter's Farewell Season at the Midway Point

The 2014 season has reached its midway point, meaning Derek Jeter's farewell tour, age-40 season and goodbye to the game of baseball has reached the same juncture. When assessing Jeter's play thus far, context is critical.

5 Scorching MLB Prospects Who Deserve Midseason Promotions

This season already has featured promotions for some of baseball’s top prospects, as we’ve seen George Springer, Gregory Polanco, Marcus Stroman and Andrew Heaney receive call-ups to the major leagues, while big names such as Kris Bryant, Mookie Betts and Joey Gallo have moved up to higher minor league levels.

Abreu, Cruz, Encarnacion Look Primed to Deliver Best Home Run Race in Years

The upcoming Home Run Derby has been a popular story around Major League Baseball this week with the announcement of Jose Bautista and Troy Tulowitzki as league captains, as well as the

Pirates' Josh Harrison Avoids Tag During Bizarre Rundown in Extra Innings

It's very rare that you see a baserunner successfully avoid getting tagged out during a rundown, but Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Josh Harrison was able to do so in a very clutch situation.

In the bottom of the 10th inning against the New York Mets, Harrison got caught in a rundown. However, thanks to some quick thinking and some quick cuts, he was somehow able to advance to third base.

Astros Mascot Orbit Loses Dance-off to Security Guard Between Innings

Even security guards can have fun from time to time.

Between innings during Friday night's game between the Houston Astros and Detroit Tigers, Astros mascot Orbit got down with one of the security guards. Orbit didn't have anything on the guard, however, as the man showed off some impressive dance moves.

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Mike Trout Blasts 489-Foot Solo HR into Fountain in Kansas City

Every time you think Los Angeles Angels phenom Mike Trout can't get any better, he goes and does something like this.

During Friday night's game against the Kansas City Royals, Trout hit a screamer to center field in the first inning. The ball went so far that it landed in the outfield fountain at Kauffman Stadium.

Phillies Broadcaster Throws Back Freddie Freeman's HR from Outfield Booth

Atlanta Braves slugger Freddie Freeman got his day off on the right foot with a big three-run home run against the Philadelphia Phillies, but what happened immediately after was far more entertaining for the home fans.

Tom McCarthy, the Phillies broadcaster, actually ended up catching Freeman's home run on Friday night. Thanks to some encouragement from the fans, he ended up throwing the ball back onto the field.

Jason Grilli to Angels: Latest Trade Details, Comments and Reaction

The Los Angeles Angels swapped one disappointing closer for another, sending Ernesto Frieri to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Jason Grilli.

The Pirates officially announced the move on Twitter:

In 34 appearances this season, Frieri is 0-3 with a 6.39 ERA and 11 saves. Grilli's been only slightly better, posting an 0-2 record, 4.87 ERA and 11 saves in 22 appearances. The two have combined to blow seven saves.

David Wright Injury: Updates on Mets Star's Shoulder and Return

Updates from Saturday, June 28

Mike Puma of the New York Post provides an update on David Wright's shoulder:

FoxSports.com's Ken Rosenthal added more:

 

Updates from Friday, June 27

ESPNNewYork.com's Adam Rubin provides an update on David Wright's status:

Cuban Pitcher Raisel Iglesias to Reds: Latest News, Reaction and Details

The Cincinnati Reds are hoping they have found the next great Cuban star in Raisel Iglesias and have signed him to a seven-year deal.

Cincinnati announced the latest contract on its Twitter account:

CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reports Iglesias' contract details:

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