Michael Wacha Strikes Out Eight In Thursday's Rehab Start

Boston Red Sox pitcher Michael Wacha (shoulder) struck out eight across 4 2/3 scoreless innings with Triple-A Worcester on Thursday. He didn't allow a hit and threw 63 pitches in his first rehab start. The 31-year-old had been sidelined with right shoulder inflammation since the beginning of July. He owns a 2.69 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, […]

Matthew Boyd Throws Bullpen Session On Thursday

Seattle Mariners pitcher Matthew Boyd (elbow) threw a bullpen session with the Tacoma Rainiers on Thursday. The next step for the southpaw will be a rehab assignment. He has been sidelined all season as Boyd continues to work his way back from surgery on his flexor tendon last September. The 31-year-old went 3-8 with a […]

Clayton Kershaw Will Undergo Tests On Back

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw (back) "got checked up" on one of his warm-up throws in the fifth inning and told trainers his back tightened. According to manager Dave Roberts, he will undergo tests back in Los Angeles on Friday but isn't sure of the severity. The southpaw allowed two runs (one earned) on […]

Jason Adam Notches Fifth Save On Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Jason Adam struck out two in a perfect inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. He entered the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. The 31-year-old needed 10 pitches to earn his fifth save of the year. He has been fantastic this season […]

James Paxton Throws Simulated Game On Wednesday

Boston Red Sox pitcher James Paxton (elbow) threw two innings during a simulated game Wednesday. It was the first time the southpaw faced live hitters this year. He is expected to return in mid-August and will continue to build his arm up in upcoming rehab appearances. The 33-year-old underwent Tommy John surgery in April and […]

Justin Steele Will Start Friday Against Miami

Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele will make his next start Friday against the Miami Marlins. He was initially scheduled to start on Wednesday, but the contest was postponed due to inclement weather. The 27-year-old posted a 3.86 ERA, 1.43 WHIP, and an 87:42 K: BB across 91 innings in 2022. He had been excellent over […]

Brandon Crawford Expected To Return Saturday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (knee) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list for Saturday's game against the Oakland Athletics. He began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday. The 35-year-old has been sidelined until July 15 due to bruising and inflammation of his right knee. He is slashing .215/.297/.332 […]

Austin Hays Dealing With Side Soreness

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays (side) was out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Texas Rangers due to a sore left side. According to Orioles manager Brandon Hyde, Hays could return to action for Friday's series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates following the team's day off on Thursday. The 27-year-old is slashing .258/.317/.429 […]

Avisail Garcia Lands On The 10-Day Injured List

Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a strained left hamstring. He was removed from Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds with left hamstring discomfort. The 31-year-old has struggled this season, slashing .232/.269/.322 with seven home runs, 30 RBI, and 29 runs in 88 games. Garrett Cooper […]

Franmil Reyes Optioned To The Minors

The Cleveland Guardians optioned outfielder Franmil Reyes to Triple-A Columbus on Tuesday. Oscar Gonzalez (intercostal) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. Reyes has struggled mightily this season, slashing .213/.254/.350 with nine home runs and 28 RBI across 280 plate appearances in 70 games. The 27-year-old smashed 30 homers and drove […]

Alex Kirilloff Lands On The 10-Day Injured List

Minnesota Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff (wrist) was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with right wrist inflammation. He has dealt wrist injuries throughout his career, and it continues to be troublesome for the former first-round pick. The 24-year-old has been limited to 45 games in 2022, slashing .250/.290/.361 with three home runs, 21 RBI, […]

Jon Gray Out 4-6 Weeks With Oblique Strain

Texas Rangers pitcher Jon Gray (oblique) was placed on the 15-day injured list with a strained left oblique Tuesday and is expected to be out four to six weeks. He initially suffered the injury during Monday's start against the Baltimore Orioles. The 30-year-old owns a 3.83 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and a 116:34 K:BB across 103 […]

Avisail Garcia Exits Early With Hamstring Discomfort

Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) was removed from Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds with left hamstring discomfort. He went 0-for-1 before exiting in the second inning. The severity of Garcia's injury is unknown now, and he's considered daily. He will undergo further evaluation and the team should provide an update after the game. […]

Justin Turner Placed On The 10-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed third baseman Justin Turner (abdomen) on the 10-day injured list Tuesday. He has been sidelined since July 27 with an abdominal strain. According to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Turner could be back for the Twins series next week once he is eligible to come off the injured list. The 37-year-old […]

Rafael Devers Reinstated From The Injured List

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday. He has been sidelined since July 23 with a hamstring injury. The 27-year-old was in the lineup for Tuesday's game against Houston, batting third in the order and starting at third base. He is slashing .324/.379/.602 with 22 home […]

Luis Robert Activated From The Injured List

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (head) was activated from the injured list Tuesday. He was initially expected to return later in the week but showed enough progress in his recovery to be activated on Tuesday. The 24-year-old wasn't in the starting lineup in his first game back against the Kansas City Royals. He had […]

Trevor Rosenthal Traded To The Brewers

The San Francisco Giants traded pitcher Trevor Rosenthal (hamstring) to the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday. The 32-year-old is several weeks away from pitching, but it didn't stop Milwaukee from acquiring Rosenthal. He didn't pitch in 2021 due to shoulder and hip issues. The right-hander posted a 1.90 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and a 38:8 K:BB across […]

Jake Lamb Acquired By The Mariners

The Los Angeles Dodgers traded infielder/outfielder Jake Lamb to the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. He is expected to be in the lineup against right-handers and will provide the Mariners with depth at first base/outfield. The 31-year-old is slashing .239/.338/.433 with two home runs, four RBI, and 10 runs scored in 25 games for the Dodgers. […]

Tyler O'Neill Remains Out Of The Lineup Against The Cubs

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (leg) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Cubs. He left Saturday's game early with leg cramps and has been absent from the lineup since. The 27-year-old remains day-to-day. O'Neill is slashing .233/.298/.351 with five home runs, 33 RBI, 29 runs scored, and eight stolen […]

Luis Garcia Secures First Save On Sunday

San Diego Padres pitcher Luis Garcia struck out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins. He entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. The 35-year-old received the first save opportunity with the recent news of incumbent closer Taylor Rogers "getting […]

Deshaun Watson Suspended Six Games

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has been suspended six games for violating the personal conduct policy. He will miss the first six weeks of the season and make his Browns debut in Week 7 against the Baltimore Ravens. NFL's disciplinary officer, Judge Sue L. Robinson, officially decided Monday for Watson's six-game suspension. The Browns play […]

Pete Fairbanks Secures Second Save On Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks allowed two hits while striking out two across a scoreless inning to earn the save during Saturday's 6-4 win over the Cleveland Guardians. He entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead. The 28-year-old allowed a pair of base runners before striking out Jose Ramirez […]

Trevor Story Diagnosed With Hairline Fracture

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story (wrist) has a small hairline fracture near his wrist and will be shut down for 10-to-14 days. He was initially diagnosed with a bruised hand after being placed on the injured list on July 16. A second opinion from a hand specialist revealed that Story suffered the fracture when […]

Padres Reportedly Interested In Dealing For Willson Contreras

The San Diego Padres reportedly are interested in trading for Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras. According to Buster Olney of ESPN, the Padres are involved in conversations about Cubs catcher Willson Contreras. He recently removed everything Cubs-related from his Instagram account. The 30-year-old is one of the best hitting catchers in the game and should […]

Cardinals Looking To Add Pitching With Steven Matz Sidelined

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Steven Matz (knee) is unlikely to return this season even if he avoids surgery. The 31-year-old has a torn MCL in his left knee, and the Cardinals should know more next Tuesday if the right-hander will return in 2022. St. Louis will be in the market to add another arm by […]

J.D. Martinez, Nathan Eovaldi, Christian Vazquez Could Be Traded

Boston Red Sox outfielder J.D. Martinez, catcher Christian Vazquez, and pitcher Nathan Eovaldi could be moved by the trade deadline. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Martinez, Vazquez, and Eovaldi are all free agents to be and among the candidates to be traded. It remains to be seen where they will be […]

Blake Treinen Will Face Live Hitters Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Treinen (shoulder) will face live hitters, including utility infielder Chris Taylor (foot), on Thursday. According to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Treinen is targeting a late-August return. The 33-year-old owns a 3.00 ERA, 0.33 WHIP, and five strikeouts over three innings in 2022. Barring a setback, he will likely go on […]

George Springer "Feeling Good" After Early Exit

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (elbow) exited Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers with elbow discomfort. According to manager John Schneider, Springer is "feeling good." He exited early after a swing in the eighth inning. The 32-year-old went 1-for-5 with a run and two strikeouts before leaving. He was replaced in the game by […]

Dustin May Set For One More Rehab Start

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May (elbow) will make at least one more rehab start after Thursday's appearance with Triple-A Oklahoma City. He allowed two hits while striking out six across three innings in Thursday's rehab start. The 24-year-old threw 46 pitches, landing 32 for strikes. He will make at least one more start and […]

Tyler Naquin, Phillip Diehl Traded To The Mets

The New York Mets traded pitcher Jose Acuna and second baseman Hector Rodriguez to the Cincinnati Reds for outfielder Tyler Naquin and Phillip Diehl on Thursday. Naquin will join a crowded Mets outfield with Mark Canha, Starling Marte and Brandon Nimmo. The 31-year-old will provide the Mets with outfield depth, but he is not expected to see […]