José Buttó experienced a whirlwind of emotions after being traded from the Mets to the San Francisco Giants. Initially, he felt sadness but gradually accepted the trade, recognizing it as part of the business of baseball. The 27-year-old right-hander, who transitioned to a bullpen role with the Mets, had a solid career there with an 11-9 record and a 3.44 ERA. His manager praised his versatility and work ethic. Buttó made his Giants debut against his former team, where he faced Pete Alonso, who noted their previous encounter in spring training.

Justin Verlander also weighed in on the trade, recalling the Mets' decision to include outfield prospect Drew Gilbert, a significant piece in the trade that sent him to the Astros. Meanwhile, the Giants, who have been active in the trade market, opted to retain Verlander despite trading other key players. The Mets continue to monitor their pitching staff, particularly David Peterson, as they navigate a challenging season.

In an exhilarating All-Star Game, Kyle Schwarber shone brightly, going 3-for-3 in the historic swing-off that secured a 4-3 victory for the National League after a thrilling 6-6 tie. This new format, introduced to mitigate pitcher exhaustion, was highlighted by Schwarber's impressive performance, earning him the All-Star MVP title despite a quiet start in the game.

The game began with the NL establishing a 6-0 lead, thanks to contributions from Ketel Marte and Pete Alonso. However, the AL staged a remarkable comeback with Brent Rooker's pinch-hit heroics. The swing-off saw players from both leagues cheer for their teammates, culminating in a jubilant celebration for Schwarber and the NL team.

Kyle Schwarber's three home runs propelled the National League to a thrilling 4-3 triumph over the American League in the 95th MLB All-Star Game held in Atlanta, utilizing a novel swing-off tiebreaker format after a 6-6 deadlock through regulation. Schwarber, the game's MVP, claimed victory with a perfect three-for-three in the swing-off, succeeding where AL's Jonathan Aranda fell short. The NL had initially stormed to a 6-0 lead before the AL rallied, nearly etching a historic comeback. Schwarber credited his teammates for their vocal support during his swings.

This win marked only the second All-Star victory for the NL in the last three years, despite the AL holding an overall lead in All-Star history (48-45) with two ties. The game also showcased the automated ball-strike challenge system, potentially paving the way for future implementations in MLB.

This year's Home Run Derby lacks a Philadelphia representative, as designated hitter Kyle Schwarber will instead participate in the All-Star Game. Last year, Alex Bohm made a surprising semifinals run despite being a less recognized power hitter. The Derby begins at 8 p.m. Eastern on ESPN, marking its inaugural event at Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves. Major participants this year include James Wood, Cal Raleigh, and Matt Olson, while notable absentees include Pete Alonso, who is resting after previously winning two Derbys.