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New York Times
4 days ago
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- New York Times
Rosenthal: What I'm hearing about the Pirates' trade deadline plans, Eugenio Suárez and more
Trading right-hander Mitch Keller is probably the best way for the Pittsburgh Pirates to acquire badly needed offense and clear payroll to sign free-agent hitters in the offseason. But, according to sources both inside and outside the organization, the Pirates do not yet have clarity on whether they want to move Keller. Advertisement The decision belongs to general manager Ben Cherington, perhaps with influence from owner Bob Nutting. And as The Athletic's Stephen Nesbitt wrote this week, 'If the sixth-year GM is on the hot seat, as many industry believe, (the deadline) could be his last chance to chart a course toward contention in 2026 that persuades Nutting to give him another year.' Obviously, the right offer for Keller would tempt the Pirates, but some with the team believe the best way to win with ace right-hander Paul Skenes is to keep some of their core pieces, from Keller to closer David Bednar, setup man Dennis Santana to right fielder Bryan Reynolds to center fielder Oneil Cruz. Such a strategy would make sense if the Pirates intended to spend additionally on offense. Their history under Nutting suggests they will do nothing of the sort. And moving Keller would clear his salaries of $16.5 million, $18 million and $20 million over the next three seasons. Those are not outrageous sums for a pitcher of Keller's quality. Keller, 29, has an actual ERA of 3.53 this season and an expected ERA of 3.82. His strikeout rate is in the bottom 25 percent of the league. But Fox analyst Adam Wainwright, a former major-league pitcher, raved about Keller on the network's national broadcast last Saturday, saying that he is fully capable of developing into a top-of-the-rotation starter, if he isn't one already. If the Pirates could land multiple hitters for Keller — starting with someone like the Chicago Cubs' top prospect, outfielder Owen Caissie — they still would have a wealth of young pitching talent to reinforce their rotation. None of the Pirates on expiring contracts — outfielder Tommy Pham, infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa, left-hander Andrew Heaney, left-handed reliever Caleb Ferguson — will bring back impact offense. Bednar, under club control for an additional season, carries greater value, but perhaps not enough to land a difference-maker. Keller is the principal bait. Yet, the Pirates seem torn. The Los Angeles Dodgers do not want to overpay for reliever volatility when they're already living through reliever volatility. So, it seems doubtful they will pay sticker price for a late-inning type such as the Cleveland Guardians' Emmanuel Clase or Minnesota Twins closer Jhoan Duran, assuming those pitchers are even traded. Advertisement Under president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman, the Dodgers have succeeded in acquiring relievers such as Adam Kolarek, Chris Martin and Ryan Brasier during the season, then getting the most out of them. They also were burned in some of those deals — Yordan Alvarez for Josh Fields, Oneil Cruz for Tony Watson, and arguably, even Zack McKinstry for Martin. If the Dodgers move right-handed starter Dustin May, it likely would be for an outfielder and not a reliever, according to a source briefed on the club's plans. The team's preference is to trade from their farm system as opposed to its major-league roster. And moving May for a reliever would seem pointless when the Dodgers could use him to fill that role himself. May, a potential free agent, might not like getting shifted to the bullpen. But with a 4.73 ERA and 18.2 percent strikeout rate, he would not have much of a case to stay in the rotation, particularly with left-hander lefty Blake Snell expected to return next week and righty Roki Sasaki by the end of August. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, asked Friday night if May and right-hander Emmett Sheehan were pitching for their starting jobs, did not dismiss the question. 'I think that's fair and that's honest, so we'll see,' Roberts told Dodgers reporters, including The Athletic's Fabian Ardaya. 'It's up to them to go out there and pitch well and force our hands as far as decisions. Ultimately, players make the decisions for themselves, right? And that's performance.' The Arizona Diamondbacks' Eugenio Suárez rates as one of the worst defensive third basemen in the majors, according to both defensive runs saved and outs above average. From that perspective, the New York Yankees probably were wise to opt for the Colorado Rockies' Ryan McMahon, whose defensive metrics are quite strong. Advertisement One National League hitting coach, however, disputed talk that Suárez is likely to regress from his 36 homers and .918 OPS entering Friday night's play. The coach, granted anonymity because he did not want to publicly comment on another team's player, said Suárez is a different hitter than he was prior to the All-Star break in 2024, when his OPS was only .668. The coach's comments were in line with a thread posted Friday by Mike Petriello, who noted that Suárez has been a top-six hitter in the sport since the 2024 break. Petriello, using Statcast data, wrote that Suárez has moved 'way up in the box, about nine inches from start of 2024 to end. He opened up his stance a ton, too.' The coach noted the same changes, saying Suárez in his previous stance was 'blocked off' and 'twisted.' He conceded the risk-reward with Suárez's 26.4 percent strikeout rate, which entering Friday was the 29th-highest in the sport (McMahon was the fourth-highest at 31.7 percent). Suárez also isn't great against velocity, with a .219 average and four homers in 73 at-bats against pitches 95 mph or above. But the coach's overall assessment was the same as Petriello's: Suárez is a changed hitter, far better than he was before. The Seattle Mariners have made infielder/outfielder Dylan Moore available, according to sources briefed on the team's discussions. Rival clubs, though, probably aren't as excited by that news as they might have been a year ago. Moore, the American League Utility Gold Glove Award winner last season, offers the kind of defensive versatility teams covet. There's just one problem: Moore, who turns 33 on Aug. 2, is in a 2-for-54 slump since May 27, with 29 strikeouts and four walks. The Mariners, after adding first baseman Josh Naylor on Thursday, remain in the mix for Suárez, and according to a club source have 'lots of moving parts.' Moore, earning $3.825 million in the final year of his contract, might become even more expendable if the team adds Suárez. Chicago White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. was not in the lineup for the second time in three games on Friday night due to a tight groin, but the expectation he will be traded (Philadelphia? San Diego?) is rising. Boston Red Sox infielder Romy Gonzalez, who played for the White Sox from 2021 to '23, believes a change will do his former teammate good. 'I feel like when he gets traded, he's going to just take off,' Gonzalez said. Perhaps the more intriguing development with the White Sox is that teams are 'all over' them about rookie right-hander Grant Taylor, according to a club source. Taylor, the team's second-round pick out of LSU in 2023, has struck out 23 and walked six in 18 1/3 innings. His fastball averages 99 mph, putting him in the top 2 percent of the league. The White Sox, the source said, are uncomfortable even talking about Taylor. He has stabilized their bullpen, allowing other relievers to settle into suitable roles. And he could be a starter in the future. The Tampa Bay Rays, 3-4 since the All-Star break and 6-15 since June 28, appear to be trending toward becoming a seller. After their series in Cincinnati this weekend, the Rays visit the New York Yankees for their final four games leading to the deadline. Two of the Rays' more intriguing players, second baseman Brandon Lowe (left foot) and shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (lower back strain), currently are on the injured list. Lowe, though, could miss minimal time, making a trade possible. As previously reported, the Rays would be reluctant to move first baseman Yandy Díaz, who signed two club-friendly extensions. Advertisement The list of attractive Rays pitchers would start with closer Pete Fairbanks, who is earning $3.67 million this season and can be retained for 2026 on a $7 million club option. Righty starter Zack Littell, whose ERA rose to 3.72 after he allowed five runs in six innings Friday night, has been available for some time now. As creative as the Rays are, little would be out of the question. Left-hander Nestor Cortes Jr. pitched only twice for the Milwaukee Brewers before going on the injured list with a left elbow flexor strain. Whether he pitches for the Brewers again is an open question. Cortes, 30, made what was expected to be his final rehabilitation start on Thursday. The Brewers could go to a six-man rotation to accommodate his return. But, as first mentioned by Joel Sherman of the New York Post, a trade might be a more likely outcome. Going to a six-man rotation would force the Brewers to drop a reliever, and their bullpen already is taxed. Abner Uribe entered Friday one short of the major-league lead with 49 appearances. Jared Koenig was next at 48. Grant Anderson and Nick Mears on Friday night increased to 45. Closer Trevor Megill is at 38. Cortes is still owed nearly $2 million. The Brewers have a surplus of starters that extends to Triple A. Something seemingly has to give. (Top photo of Mitch Keller: Joe Sargent / Getty Images)
Zawya
22-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt: Trading on Bonyan shares begins July 22 on EGX
Trading on Bonyan for Development and Trade ( began today, Tuesday, July 22nd, on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) at an opening price of EGP 4.96 per share, within a price range of 40% up or down on the first trading day, with no suspension mechanism applied. The private offering of 344.8 million shares was executed at a coverage rate of 6.88 times and was allocated to 561 clients through 18 brokerage firms. Meanwhile, the public offering of 18.1 million shares was executed at a coverage rate of 33.7 times and was allocated to 15,824 clients through 94 brokerage firms. The total number of shares in the public and private offerings amounted to 362.9 million, allocated to 16,385 clients, for a total value of EGP 1.8 billion. Applications for the private offering tranche closed on Sunday, July 13th, with orders amounting to 2.37 billion shares submitted by 604 clients through 32 brokerage firms. The EGX's IT team succeeded for the first time in developing and utilizing a new system to meet the requirements of the offering manager for allocating private offering tranche requests. These were registered under the private procurement regulation (OPR) through all brokerage firms, in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the offering prospectus. © 2020-2023 Arab Finance For Information Technology. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Globe and Mail
22-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Toronto Stock Exchange, TSX Venture Exchange, TSX Alpha Exchange and Montreal Exchange Closed for Civic Holiday
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - July 22, 2025) - Toronto Stock Exchange, TSX Venture Exchange, TSX Alpha Exchange and Montréal Exchange will be closed on Monday, August 4, 2025 for the Civic Holiday. The Exchanges will re-open and resume regular trading on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. About TMX Group (TSX:X) TMX Group operates global markets, and builds digital communities and analytic solutions that facilitate the funding, growth and success of businesses, traders and investors. TMX Group's key operations include Toronto Stock Exchange, TSX Venture Exchange, TSX Alpha Exchange, The Canadian Depository for Securities, Montréal Exchange, Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation, TSX Trust, TMX Trayport, TMX Datalinx, TMX Vett aFi and TMX Newsfile, which provide listing markets, trading markets, clearing facilities, depository services, technology solutions, data products and other services to the global financial community. TMX Group is headquartered in Toronto and operates offices across North America (Montréal, Calgary, Vancouver and New York), as well as in key international markets including London, Singapore and Vienna. For more information about TMX Group, visit Follow TMX Group on X: @TMXGroup.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) Reports Q2 Results; UBS Maintains ‘Buy' Rating with $103 Price Target
Trading at a low P/E multiple with potential upside for investors, United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL) is among the . Pixabay/Public Domain On July 17, 2025, United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL) disclosed its Form 10-Q for Q2 2025 ended June 30, 2025. The company's operating revenue increased by 1.7% on a YoY basis, reaching $15.2 billion. Higher passenger volumes and expanded capacity led to this revenue surge. However, operating income and net income fell by 31.3% and 26.4%, respectively, due to rising operational expenses. The company reported a decline in its earnings per share (EPS), which reached $3 per share. Meanwhile, passenger revenue experienced a modest gain of 1.1%, while cargo and other segments experienced stronger gains. International markets outperformed the domestic passenger segment. Furthermore, a drop in load factors and an increase in service-related costs hampered efficiency, despite a 15.2% drop in fuel prices. Following this announcement, there was a boost in investor and analyst sentiment. As such, UBS posted an update on the same day, reiterating its 'Buy' rating and $103 price target on United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL). The analyst also revised its EPS guidance to a range of $9 to $11, meeting buy-side expectations. United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL) is an air carrier, offering transportation services for people and cargo globally. It is on the list of cheap transportation stocks. While we acknowledge the potential of UAL as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: Billionaire Kerr Neilson's 10 Stock Picks with Huge Upside Potential and . Disclosure: None.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
FedEx Corporation (FDX) Battles Lawsuit Over Overtime Allegation, While Citi Maintains Bullish Outlook
Trading at a low P/E multiple with potential upside for investors, FedEx Corporation (NYSE:FDX) is among the . On July 11, 2025, Bloomberg reported that FedEx Corporation (NYSE:FDX) is facing a new class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The lawsuit allegedly accuses the company of violating Illinois wage laws as it fails to pay overtime. Meanwhile, on the previous day, Citi maintained a 'Buy' rating on FedEx Corporation (NYSE:FDX), setting its price target at $278, which is significantly higher than the company's current price of $226.62, as of the time of writing. This comes ahead of the company's announcement of the opening of a new 38,000-square-foot logistics facility in Manchester, U.K. This facility, located near Manchester Airport, boasts advanced sorting and security technologies, enhancing operational efficiency and service quality. The facility's opening, announced by the company on July 16, 2025, underscores FDX's ongoing international infrastructure investment to support trade and growth as it navigates legal challenges. FedEx Corporation (NYSE:FDX) offers transportation, e-commerce, and business services globally with its FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, FedEx Freight, and FedEx Services segments. It is on the list of cheap transportation stocks. While we acknowledge the potential of FDX as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: Billionaire Kerr Neilson's 10 Stock Picks with Huge Upside Potential and . Disclosure: None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
