What happened: Meidroth said his Mexican heritage is a big part of who he is. He tied that connection to his maternal grandfather, who is from Jalisco, Mexico.

Why it matters: The family detail adds personal context as Meidroth's recent play has drawn fresh attention this month. It also places cultural identity alongside his on-field rise, broadening the picture around a player already showing up regularly in late-season coverage.

What to watch: Watch whether Meidroth's next games keep that recent run going after the two-homer performance earlier this month.