The Detroit Tigers faced a disappointing defeat against the Washington Nationals, losing 11-7 in a game marked by early struggles from starting pitcher Dietrich Enns. After a promising start with a 428-foot home run by Spencer Torkelson, Enns faltered, allowing five runs in the first inning, including a home run to Paul DeJong, pushing the Nationals ahead. Despite a late rally, the Tigers fell short, continuing their trend of .500 play.

With the team in need of pitching depth, they are poised to welcome back Reese Olson for their next matchup. The Tigers' bullpen has suffered from overuse due to a recent series of doubleheaders and injuries, leaving them vulnerable against a Nationals team that capitalized on their mistakes. The Tigers must regroup as they head into their next series against the Cleveland Guardians.

As the MLB season approaches the All-Star break, savvy fantasy baseball players are looking to bolster their rosters with under-the-radar hitters. This week, several players have emerged as strong candidates for waivers, offering potential boosts in critical categories like runs, home runs, RBIs, stolen bases, and batting average.

Josh Smith of the Texas Rangers, rostered in just 36% of leagues, continues to shine at the plate, boasting a .311 average with three home runs and 18 runs scored recently. Caleb Durbin of the Brewers is another name to watch, hitting .296 with three homers and 18 runs in June. Meanwhile, Ramon Laureano has returned to form with the Orioles, hitting .312 with four home runs and leading in runs scored.

For power hitters, Kyle Stowers of the Marlins is on the rise, hitting three home runs in the last week of June, while Gary Sanchez is making a significant impact for the Orioles as well, providing solid numbers despite limited playing time. Lastly, Otto Lopez is leading the NL in RBIs this month, making him a must-roster player. As the season progresses, these players could be the difference-makers for fantasy teams.

The New York Mets faced a critical doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers after a disheartening weekend in Pittsburgh. The Mets quickly fell behind when Sal Frelick hit a leadoff homer off Clay Holmes. Although Holmes pitched effectively into the sixth, the Mets could not hold onto a brief lead and ultimately lost 7-2, marking their fourth consecutive defeat. Reed Garrett struggled post-Holmes, allowing a grand slam to Joey Ortiz, further deepening the Mets' woes.

Holmes's performance was decent, but questions arose about his early exit despite being charged with only two earned runs. Garrett, who had been a strong performer last season, now sports an abysmal 15.00 ERA over recent outings, indicating a significant decline in form. The Mets' lineup, once seen as a strength, has struggled collectively, mustering just two hits against Freddy Peralta in Game 1.

Shohei Ohtani displayed resilience in his latest outing against the Kansas City Royals, overcoming early challenges to deliver an impressive performance. Despite a rocky start, where he allowed a hit to Bobby Witt Jr. and a walk to Maikel Garcia, Ohtani quickly regained his composure. He fired off three straight fastballs, reaching a blistering 101.7 mph to secure an inning-ending double play against Vinnie Pasquantino.

In four innings, Ohtani allowed just one run on three hits while showcasing his elite velocity and an arsenal of off-speed pitches. Even though the Dodgers fell 9-5, Ohtani's resilience and velocity suggest he is finding his form following Tommy John surgery. Meanwhile, the rest of the Dodgers struggled against Royals' pitcher Seth Lugo, leaving fans eager for Ohtani's continued development as he aims to return to full strength.

MLB is still awaiting its first no-hitter of the 2025 season as Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Martinez came tantalizingly close, throwing eight hitless innings against the San Diego Padres. Despite his commanding performance, which included six strikeouts, Martinez's bid was broken in the ninth by a double from Padres catcher Elias Díaz.

Martinez, who threw 112 pitches, faced fatigue in the final frame, allowing a walk prior to the double. The Reds ultimately won 8-1, buoyed by three home runs from Spencer Steer, who showcased his power by homering in consecutive innings. Martines' performance adds him to the list of pitchers falling just short of a no-hitter this week, indicating a competitive spirit throughout the league.