MLB in Brief: Trevor Bauer in Mexico | Lenyn Sosa Makes Progress

Trevor Bauer in Mexico

He's back there.

Trevor Bauer is returning to the Mexican League. https://t.co/xV8cn4tvRN

— Bill Shaikin (@BillShaikin) June 22, 2026

Triston Casas Is Back at the Plate

He's still a long way from a return.

Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas “is making his way through the early stages of a hitting progression: hitting off a tee and soft toss” via @timbhealey

Casas is recovering from an abdominal strain he suffered over 2 1/2 months ago. pic.twitter.com/YPxI7ETbJM

— Matthew Crory (@matthewcrory) June 22, 2026

The price for Tarik Skubal

Will it be lower than expected?

Given that the Braves are in a strong financial position, acquiring Tarik Skubal is likely just a matter of which prospects they'll have to give up, says @BNightengale.

“I don't think the price tag will be as high as people think.” pic.twitter.com/RfqzNHR2Ez

— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) June 22, 2026

When will Trevor Story return?

Not anytime soon.

Before the road trip, I spent some time catching up with Trevor Story on how his recovery is going and when he expects to be back: https://t.co/UimcENVNWu

— Chris Cotillo (@ChrisCotillo) June 22, 2026

Lenyn Sosa on his way back

He's starting to play again in the minors.

News for all you Sosa fans out there: Lenyn Sosa is starting a rehab assignment in the FCL today. #BlueJays

— Mitch Bannon (@MitchBannon) June 22, 2026

The Mets' starters aren't getting the job done

Not at all, in fact.

This pretty much sums up the Mets' season.

In the first three innings of games, Mets pitchers have a 5.45 ERA, second-worst in MLB, ahead of only the Rockies.

From the fourth inning on, they have a 3.40 ERA, second-best in MLB, behind only the Braves.

The starting pitchers are constantly…

— Steve Gelbs (@SteveGelbs) June 22, 2026

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