'What we do is really to educate them on weapons, on having guns. Why would you have it? What's the purpose of having it?'

There were 92 technical fouls given to players before the All-Star break, 11 more than all of last season.

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Adding to the intrigue is last offseason's slow free-agent market, which saw veterans scramble during spring training to find cut-rate contracts as opening day approached.

'He's doing the best he can not to let his emotions get the best of him. He knows he has to be there for the team.'

Even home plate umpire Gary Cedarstrom appeared to be smiling over the comical attempt.

'That's something you don't come back from. It was a disrespectful act.'

Happ's case appears to be mild, and he still might be able to make his start Saturday against Boston.

'Jarrod knows he is loved, and the thousands of prayers and well wishes that have been sent his way have kept him going through some incredibly tough times.'

'The unbeaten streak is still alive. So is the gap between Biles and the rest of the world.'