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MLB batting average rises sharply in May after slow start

Los Angeles Dodgers' Trea Turner flips his bat in the air after striking out against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a baseball game Sunday, May 29, 2022, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Oakland Athletics' Sean Murphy strikes out swinging against the Minnesota Twins during the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, May 6, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)

Philadelphia Phillies' Bryson Stott hits a three-run home run against Los Angeles Angels pitcher Chase Silseth during the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 3, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Boston Red Sox's Trevor Story reacts after being called out on strikes, next to Chicago White Sox catcher Reese McGuire (21) during the fifth inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park, Friday, May 6, 2022, in Boston. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)

MLB batting average rises sharply in May after slow start