A look at what’s happening all around the majors Thursday:
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REST UP
Are the Dodgers and Astros headed for an October showdown? Can the Cubs rediscover their drought-snapping form? Will Aaron Judge pull an MVP/Rookie of the Year sweep? Time to find out … almost. First, the All-Star break gives baseball one more day to rest. MLB resumes its season Friday with a full slate of games.
LET’S MAKE A DEAL
A few of this week’s All-Stars are sure to come up in trade talks as the non-waiver trade deadline approaches, including Reds shortstop Zack Cozart and Athletics first baseman Yonder Alonso.