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The New York Yankees signed pitcher Kenta Maeda to a minor league contract and assigned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, aiming to bolster their injury-depleted starting rotation amid recent setbacks for key starters.
Kenta Maeda returned to the Tigers' rotation after a 15-day IL stint, pitching five scoreless innings against the Blue Jays. Matt Manning was optioned to Triple-A Toledo. Despite Maeda's struggles this season, Detroit's rotation has been solid overall. The Tigers also lost minor leaguers Blair Calvo and TJ Hopkins to season-ending surgeries and promoted Ryan Garko to assistant general manager.
The Detroit Tigers secured a 7-6 victory over the Chicago White Sox in a 10-inning game, with Carson Kelly and Mark Canha leading the comeback. Kenta Maeda's Tigers debut didn't go as planned, giving up multiple home runs, but the Tigers' offense and bullpen stepped up to secure the win. The Tigers claimed the season's first series in two games, and look promising as they head into the rest of the season.
The Detroit Tigers will face the Chicago White Sox in the second game of the season at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, with a weather forecast of 56 degrees, mostly cloudy, and a 15% chance of rain. Tigers' Kenta Maeda will pitch against White Sox's Michael Soroka, with both teams aiming to build on their performances from Opening Day. The Tigers' strong pitching performance in the first game sets the stage for an exciting matchup, as Maeda looks to continue his success against the White Sox, while Soroka aims to make an impact for his new team.
The Detroit Tigers have signed right-hander Kenta Maeda to a two-year, $24 million contract pending a physical exam. Maeda, a veteran pitcher, previously played for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Minnesota Twins. The signing opens the door for the Tigers to recruit other players from Japan. The Tigers are also interested in acquiring Japanese pitchers Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shōta Imanaga. Maeda, known for his diverse pitch repertoire, will provide veteran support to the Tigers' young starting pitchers.
The Atlanta Braves had a successful regular season despite a lack of rotation depth, relying heavily on their offense. With several question marks surrounding their rotation for 2024, the Braves may consider adding a pitcher in free agency. Kenta Maeda, who has shown potential and could be available at a lower cost, is suggested as a possible option to fill out the back end of the rotation. While Maeda may not be a popular name in discussions, his solid performance and favorable peripherals make him an appealing choice for the Braves. Ultimately, the decision will depend on the contract and how it fits into the team's overall plans.
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Chicago White Sox with a strong performance from pitcher Kenta Maeda and three home runs. The victory brings the Twins' magic number to clinch a playoff spot down to eight.
The Cleveland Guardians will face off against the Minnesota Twins with Xzavion Curry as their starting pitcher and Kenta Maeda on the mound for the Twins. The game will take place at Target Field, and will be broadcasted on Bally Sports Great Lakes, WTAM 1100 AM, WMMS 100.7 FM, and the Guardians Radio Network. The lineups for both teams have been announced.
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Seattle Mariners 4-3 in a game that featured strong pitching performances from Kenta Maeda and Luis Castillo. The Twins offense struggled early but came alive in the fifth inning, with Max Kepler and Trevor Larnach delivering key hits to give the Twins a lead. However, the Mariners rallied in the top of the 10th inning to take a 3-2 lead. In the bottom of the 10th, the Twins tied the game with a double from Kepler and ultimately won on a walk-off single by Carlos Correa. The victory extends the Twins' hot streak since the All-Star break to 9-2.
The Seattle Mariners introduced "Waffle Wednesdays" as they continued their trend of finding new ways to disappoint their fans. In a game against the Minnesota Twins, the Mariners struggled with their offense and pitching, ultimately losing. Pitcher Diego Castillo faced difficulties against the Twins' left-handed hitters, giving up two solo home runs. However, he also recorded a season-high 11 strikeouts. Kenta Maeda of the Twins also had a season-high 9 strikeouts against the Mariners. Eugenio Suárez hit a home run, his third consecutive game with a home run. The Mariners couldn't take the lead, and the Twins scored the go-ahead run in the eighth inning. Devin Sweet made his major-league debut but gave up a two-run homer. Despite the loss, Sweet's debut was historic as he became the first player from NC Central University to reach the major leagues.
The Atlanta Braves aim for a sweep against the Minnesota Twins as they showcase an impressive offensive performance, hitting five home runs in their previous game. Kolby Allard will make his 2023 debut as the starting pitcher for the Braves, while the Twins will have Kenta Maeda on the mound. The Braves have hit a total of 146 home runs this season, leading the league by 20.
Fantasy baseball players should consider adding Joey Votto, who has shown power potential since returning from injury, and Jordan Westburg, a rookie with power and speed potential who will likely see regular playing time with the Baltimore Orioles. Kenta Maeda, despite a high ERA, has strong peripherals and plays for a first-place team, making him a valuable addition. Grayson Rodriguez, a former top prospect, has ace potential and could get another chance soon with the Orioles. Brandon Pfaadt has rebounded in the minors and could see time in the Arizona Diamondbacks' rotation.
Kenta Maeda returned to the mound after undergoing Tommy John surgery and completed five scoreless innings, picking up his first win since the surgery. Maeda allowed only three singles and two walks while striking out eight batters. He expressed his happiness and confidence in his performance, stating that he feels like he is back to being the Kenta Maeda that everyone knows. The Minnesota Twins won 4-1 over the Detroit Tigers, marking their third consecutive victory.
Kenta Maeda returned from injury and pitched five scoreless innings with eight strikeouts to earn his first MLB win since August 2021 as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Detroit Tigers 4-1. Maeda convinced the bench coach to let him stay in the game to secure the win, and the bullpen finished the job. Max Kepler hit a home run for the third time in four games, and Brock Stewart induced a crucial double play to help seal the victory.
Kenta Maeda pitched seven strong innings, allowing only one run and striking out eight batters, to lead the Minnesota Twins to a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers in a Major League Baseball game. The Twins offense was led by Jorge Polanco, who hit a two-run homer in the third inning. The win improves the Twins' record to 7-11, while the Tigers fall to 7-13 on the season.