MLB 2024 | Cortés with fifth win; Yariel will start vs the Yankees on Sunday; Vargas hitless again
- Ray Otero-Alonso
- Aug 1, 2024
- 3 min read
Cuban Players News for the 2024 Major League Baseball season. A compilation of several sources
Néstor Cortés secures his fifth victory.
Néstor Cortés secured the victory against the Phillies on Wednesday, allowing three runs on three hits and two walks in 5.1 innings. Despite being mentioned in trade talks before the deadline for the Yankees to acquire another starter, Cortés stayed with the team and delivered a solid performance. He kept the Phillies hitless for the first three innings, but then surrendered two runs in the fourth and a solo home run by Weston Wilson in the fifth. Nevertheless, the Yankees managed to hold on for a 6-5 win, granting Cortés his first victory since June 18. Prior to this game, Cortés had struggled with a 6.46 ERA in his last six appearances. The 29-year-old now holds a 4.16 ERA for the season with a 1.20 WHIP and 122 strikeouts to 28 walks in 129.2 innings. His next start is scheduled to be against the Angels at home.
On Wednesday, Raisel Iglesias preserved the lead in a 6-2 victory.
Raisel Iglesias secured the lead in Wednesday's 6-2 victory over the Brewers by pitching a flawless ninth inning, registering two strikeouts. His performance ensured a four-run advantage for Atlanta, reducing the team's deficit to the Phillies to 6 1/2 games. Despite being 34 years old, Iglesias continues to deliver exceptional results this season, boasting 22 saves, a 1.77 ERA, a 0.76 WHIP, and a 38:8 K:BB ratio over 40.2 innings.
Blue Jays’ manager John Schneider confirmed Wednesday that Yariel Rodríguez will start against the Yankees on Sunday.
According to Chris Kirschner of The Athletic, Yariel Rodríguez is set to be the starting pitcher for Sunday's away game against the Yankees. Later on, Toronto manager John Schneider confirmed this information. Despite his recent struggles in his last appearance, where he had difficulty finding the strike zone and was subsequently sent down to Triple-A Buffalo, he has been recalled to replace Yusei Kikuchi. Although he will remain in the starting rotation for the upcoming game against the Yankees, there is a possibility that his performance will be closely monitored. In case Rodriguez faces issues with his control early on, Bowden Francis could be called upon to relieve him during the game.
In his debut, Jorge Soler went hitless.
Jorge Soler made his highly anticipated comeback for the Braves on Wednesday, going 0-for-3 with one strikeout and one walk. Despite his familiar offensive prowess, the Cuban slugger couldn't showcase his power on the road from his leadoff spot. Having been instrumental in Atlanta's 2021 achievements, Soler aims to replicate his impact with one of the most thrilling squads in the National League East.
Miguel Vargas went 0-for-4 on Wednesday.
The 24-year-old ex-highly touted prospect has excelled in the advanced minor leagues, but has yet to showcase the same level of performance in the major leagues. During Wednesday's game, he continued his hitless streak for the White Sox by going 0-for-4 with a strikeout. Initially expected to play in the infield for the Sox, Vargas has instead found himself in left field for the struggling American League team. He appeared uneasy in there on Wednesday.
Wednesday saw Luis Robert Jr. absent from the lineup.
Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. was absent from the team's lineup for Wednesday's game against the Kansas City Royals. This absence seems to be a routine break for the 26-year-old slugger, following the team's decision not to trade him on Tuesday. Despite dealing with injuries this season, the Cuban player has a batting average of just .222 (46-for-207) with a .294 on-base percentage. However, he has managed to hit 12 home runs and steal 15 bases for the struggling team, currently the worst in the league.
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