McMahon has recorded 20+ home runs each of the last six campaigns, excluding a COVID-shortened 2020. He has 16 so far in 2025, with a .219 batting average, a .721 OPS, a 93 OPS+, and, most concerningly, 48 walks with an NL-leading 125 strikeouts.

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The Royals are making it clear to clubs that any deal for pitcher Seth Lugo would require controllable outfield help in return.

The Houston Astros have dominated the American League West for most of the last decade. Outside of the COVID-19 shortened campaign in 2020, they have finished i