As teams prepare for the final stretch of the season following the trade deadline, here are three things to watch in the world of baseball heading into the weekend:
1. Tigers to Honor Leyland:
The Tigers have announced their plans to retire the number 10 of Hall of Fame manager Jim Leyland on Saturday before their game against the Royals. The ceremony will take place at 5:25pm local time, prior to the 6:10pm game start. Leyland will join a select group of Tigers players and managers whose numbers have been retired.
2. Young Players Making MLB Debuts:
Two prospects in the AL East are set to make their MLB debuts after being called up by their respective teams. The Rays are calling up outfield prospect Kameron Misner to replace an injured player, while the Orioles are bringing up top infield prospect Coby Mayo due to a recent injury to a key player. Both players have shown promise in the minor leagues and will be looking to make an impact in their debuts.
3. Recently Traded Pitchers Set to Start:
Several starting pitchers who were recently traded will be making their debuts with their new teams this weekend. Fans can look forward to seeing pitchers like Erick Fedde and Frankie Montas in action for their new clubs, as these additions could have a significant impact on the pennant races down the stretch.
