A look at what's happening around the major leagues Sunday:___CLOSING THE DEALTrevor Rosenthal’s bounce-back season has put him in the middle of a playoff race.
The San Diego Padres acquired the reliever from Kansas City on Saturday for outfielder Edward Olivares and a player to be named.The Padres, trying for their first postseason appearance in 14 years, thought their bullpen would be a strength this season after they traded for Emilio Pagán and signed Drew Pomeranz in free agency.
But it has been hit hard by injuries, losing closer Kirby Yates for the rest of the season because of an inflamed right elbow.The 30-year-old Rosenthal has a 3.29 ERA and seven saves after struggling with injuries and poor performance in recent years.