Otto Lopez moves into second in MLB batting race

Miami Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez has moved into second place in the Major League Baseball batting race. Following a strong performance with six hits across two games, Lopez raised his batting average from .301 to .307.

He currently trails leader Luis Arraez, who holds a .318 average. The race in the National League has tightened, with Nick Gonzales (.305) and Gabriel Moreno (.300) also in close contention. Additionally, Lopez has tied Arraez for the most hits in the league with 177.