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Lastly, the discussion turned to Edwin Diaz, who has yet to blow a save this season. While Ottavino noted that Diaz’s performances are being compared to his exceptional 2022 season, he still lauded Diaz’s strikeout rate and overall dominance. He acknowledged some challenges, such as leadoff walks, but believed that Diaz's confidence was on the rise, signaling a strong finish to the season.