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 […]

Chase Silseth To Start Saturday Against Texas

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Chase Silseth will start Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers. He is expected to be recalled from Double-A Rocket City ahead of Saturday's contest. Reid Detmers' start will be moved to Sunday, giving him an extra day of rest. Noah Syndergaard will be moved to Tuesday, which is after the Aug. […]

Evan Longoria Takes Grounders On Thursday

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria (hamstring) took grounders before Thursday's game against the Chicago Cubs. He was placed on the 10-day injured list with a Grade right hamstring strain earlier in the week. The 36-year-old is expected to miss the next few weeks but is trending in the right direction towards an earlier […]

Rafael Devers Takes Batting Practice Wednesday

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (hamstring) took some swings in the batting cage at Fenway Park on Wednesday. He reportedly looked loose and comfortable, driving the ball between the gaps as usual. The 25-year-old All-Star is eligible to return from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. He has been one of the few […]

Lance McCullers Jr. Throws 52 Pitches In Rehab Start

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (forearm) allowed two runs on three hits and one walk while striking out four across three innings in Tuesday's rehab start with Triple-A Sugar Land. He threw 40 pitches over two frames in his previous rehab outing. The 28-year-old will continue to ramp up his activity as he works […]

Antonio Senzatela Exits Wednesday's Start Early

Colorado Rockies right-hander Antonio Senzatela (foot) was removed from Wednesday's start against the White Sox after being hit by a comebacker on the left foot in the top of the seventh inning. The right-hander was checked out but the trainers before being removed from the game. He allowed three runs on eight hits and one […]

Tyler Wells Exits With Back Discomfort

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tyler Wells (back) was removed from Wednesday's start against the Tampa Bay Rays with lower-back discomfort. He allowed four earned runs on six hits and no walks while striking out five across 4 1/3 innings before leaving. The 27-year-old is considered day-to-day, and he will undergo further evaluation after the game. It's […]

Triston Casas Could Still Help Out Boston In 2022

Boston Red Sox top prospect Triston Casas (ankle) could still help out at first base in the big leagues this season. The 22-year-old first baseman has been out since mid-May with a high ankle sprain. Despite having a lengthy absence on the injured list, Casas could help out at first base for the Red Sox […]

Mike Trout Expects To Play Again In 2022

Los Angeles Angels star outfielder Mike Trout (back, ribs) expects to play again in 2022. He continues to battle a condition called costovertebral dysfunction. The 30-year-old said he would play again this year. "I got to stay on top of the routine I do on a daily basis to prevent it from coming back. I […]

Ramon Urias Homers In Tuesday's Win

Baltimore Orioles infielder Ramon Urias went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. He blasted a two-run shot off Colin Poche in the bottom of the eighth inning to give the Orioles the lead. The 28-year-old has been on fire recently, smashing four home runs with 10 […]

Dylan Carlson Homers In Tuesday's Loss

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dylan Carlson went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and two RBI in Tuesday's 10-3 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays. He took Jose Berrios deep for a solo shot in the first inning to put the Cardinals on the scoreboard. The 23-year-old drove in another run with an RBI single […]

Tommy La Stella Activated From COVID-19 Injured List

San Francisco Giants second baseman Tommy La Stella (illness) was activated from the COVID-19 injured list Tuesday. He will return to action for the first time since being placed on the COVID-19 IL on July 8. The 33-year-old is slashing .241/.281/.375 with two home runs, 11 RBI, and 13 runs scored across 35 games in […]

Cade Cavalli Expected To Return Wednesday

Washington Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli (finger) will start for Triple-A Rochester on Wednesday. He exited his last start on July 12 due to a blister. The 2020 first-round pick owns a 4.31 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 74:27 K:BB across 71 innings this year. He has pitched well recently, striking out 13 hitters over 10 2/3 […]

Mets Reportedly Check On Availability Of Shohei Ohtani

The New York Mets reportedly contacted the Los Angeles Angles on a potential trade for two-way star player Shohei Ohtani. According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, Mets general manager, Billy Eppler has contacted the Angels to check on the availability of Ohtani. Bowden doesn't believe the Angels will deal with the two-way star. "However, […]

Luis Robert Unlikely To Return Friday When First Eligible

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (head) is unlikely to be activated from the 10-day injured list when he's first eligible on Friday. "He seems like he's improving every day, except he's still getting tested," said White Sox manager Tony La Russa. "There has been improvement, and he has been doing more baseball stuff, but […]

Victor Robles Homers, Swipes Bag On Saturday

Washington Nationals outfielder Victor Robles went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, an additional run, and a stolen base in Saturday's 7-2 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. He stole second base during the second inning and belted a solo homer in the eighth frame. Robles is turning things around after struggling to start the year […]

David Price Secures First Save On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher David Price allowed two hits and struck out one in 1/3 inning to earn the save in Saturday's 4-2 win over the San Francisco Giants. He entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead. The southpaw allowed two baserunners before striking out Austin Slater to end the […]

Lance Lynn Tosses Six Scoreless Innings On Saturday

Chicago White Sox pitcher Lance Lynn allowed three hits and a walk while striking out six in six scoreless innings in Saturday's 5-4 win against the Cleveland Guardians. He did not factor into the decision. The 35-year-old threw 87 pitches, landing 59 for strikes. He bounced back on Saturday after surrendering six runs, including three […]

Garrett Cooper Injures Wrist In Pinch-Hit Appearance

Miami Marlins outfielder Garrett Cooper (wrist) was hit by a pitch in the wrist in Saturday's 1-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. He entered the game as a pinch hitter for Luke Williams in the eighth inning and was forced to exit after being hit by a pitch. It was the exact spot of the […]

Brian Anderson Injures Shoulder In Saturday's Loss

Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson (shoulder) injured his left shoulder when he dove for a single in the sixth inning of Saturday's 1-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. He went 0-for-3 with a strikeout before exiting and was replaced by JJ Bleday. The 29-year-old is scheduled for an MRI. The same shoulder caused Anderson […]

Guardians Sign First-Round Pick Chase DeLauter

The Cleveland Guardians signed first-round pick outfielder Chase DeLauter on Saturday. He was the 16th overall pick in the 2022 MLB draft. The 20-year-old smashed 15 home runs in 66 games across three years at James Madison. At 6-foot-4, 235 pounds, he was considered one of the best bats in the draft and runs well […]

Corbin Martin Will Start Sunday Against Washington

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Corbin Martin will start Sunday's game against the Washington Nationals. Dallas Keuchel was designated for assignment on Wednesday, opening a spot in Arizona's rotation. The 26-year-old pitched out of the bullpen earlier in the season, posting a 4.40 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, and a 14: 6 K: BB across 14 1/3 innings. He […]

Max Meyer Exits Saturday's Start With Elbow Discomfort

Miami Marlins pitcher Max Meyer (elbow) left Saturday's start versus the Pittsburgh Pirates with right elbow discomfort. He allowed a walk while striking out one across 2/3 inning before exiting. The 23-year-old was sidelined earlier in the year with ulnar nerve irritation in his right elbow. He is considered day-to-day and will undergo further evaluation […]

Julio Rodriguez Classifies Wrist Injury As "Just Soreness"

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (wrist) classified his wrist injury as "just soreness." He was a late scratch on Friday with left-wrist soreness and remained out of the lineup. Rodriguez is considered day-to-day. The rookie phenom will try to play Sunday for the series finale against the Houston Astros. He has been fantastic this season, […]