Connor Thomas Set to Undergo Elbow Surgery

Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Connor Thomas (elbow) is set to undergo surgery in mid-July to remove a loose body in his pitching elbow. According  to MLB.com's Adam McCalvy, the possibility of Tommy John surgery is still on the table for Thomas, so it appears this will be an extended absence for the 27-year-old. Thomas made his […]

Jacob deGrom Records Ninth Win

Texas Rangers starter Jacob deGrom won his fifth consecutive decision on Tuesday night in his team's 10-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles, bringing his season-long win total to nine. deGrom threw six innings and allowed two earned runs with five hits (one homer allowed), one walk, and six strikeouts. The veteran right-hander has not allowed […]

Matthew Boyd Shines in Eighth Victory

Chicago Cubs starter Matthew Boyd picked up his eighth win of the season in his team's 5-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. Boyd went seven innings, allowing five hits, one walk, and two earned runs with five strikeouts. The veteran lefty has emerged as an integral piece of the division-leading Cubs' rotation. He's posted a […]

Joe Ryan Picks Up Quality Start in Tough-Luck Loss to Marlins

Minnesota Twins starter Joe Ryan was excellent on Tuesday night, throwing seven innings of one-run ball in his team's 2-0 loss to the Miami Marlins. Ryan recorded four strikeouts without walking a batter and allowed just five hits (one homer). The right-hander has been one of the American League's better starters this season, posting a […]

Kyle Stowers Powers Marlins Over Twins

Miami Marlins outfielder Kyle Stowers homered in his team's 2-0 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night. Stowers is in the midst of a breakout campaign, hitting .283 with 14 home runs, 38 runs scored, and 44 RBI in 305 plate appearances. With an elevated 28.6% strikeout rate, though, Stowers may be in for […]

Shane Baz Fans 11 Against Athletics

Tampa Bay Rays starter Shane Baz picked up a quality start in an impressive outing on Tuesday night against the A's. The young righty threw seven innings for a no-decision, allowing seven hits (two homers) and three earned runs while striking out 11 and walking just one. Baz is coming off a red-hot June where […]

Grant Holmes Strikes Out 10 in Scoreless Outing

Atlanta Braves starter Grant Holmes was lights-out on Tuesday night, earning a no-decision by throwing six scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts while allowing three hits and three walks in his team's 4-0 loss to the Los Angeles Angels. In 96 innings pitched this season, the veteran right-hander has pitched to a 3.47 ERA and 1.24 […]

Colin Holderman Set to Begin Rehab Assignment

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Colin Holderman (thumb) has been sent on a rehab assignment to Single-A Bradenton, per MLB.com. The right-hander successfully completed a three-inning simulated game on June 25. Holderman struggled this season before getting hurt. He pitched to a 9.00 ERA and 2.07 WHIP with a minuscule 14.9% strike rate across 15 innings (14 […]

Spencer Arrighetti Throws Second Bullpen Session

Houston Astros starter Spencer Arrighetti (thumb) threw a second bullpen session on Friday at the team's facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. Arrighetti broke the thumb on his pitching hand back in April when he was hit by a batting practice fly ball while playing catch pre-game in Seattle. That stroke of bad luck seems […]

Luis Garcia Throwing Live Batting Practice

Houston Astros starter Luis Garcia (elbow) has progressed to throwing live batting practice sessions while working out in Florida. Garcia underwent Tommy John surgery in May of 2023 and has struggled with multiple setbacks in his attempt to return. In March of this year, he was scratched from a scheduled bullpen session after feeling soreness […]

Zach Eflin Dealing with Lower-Back Strain

Baltimore Orioles starter Zach Eflin (back) suffered a lower back strain while warming up in the bullpen before his start on Saturday, per MLB.com's Jake Rill. Eflin attempted to pitch through the injury and got clobbered, allowing five hits and four runs in one inning of work against the Tampa Bay Rays. According to Rill, […]

Yordan Alvarez Eyeing Return Before All-Star Break

Houston Astros designated hitter/outfielder Yordan Alvarez (hand) could be nearing a return from the injured list. The slugger has been out since May 2 after sustaining a fracture in his right hand. Alvarez took 25 swings in the batting cage on Saturday and plans to do the same on Sunday, hoping he can return before […]

Robert Gasser Nearing Rehab Assignment

Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Robert Gasser (elbow) has been throwing live batting practice and could be in line for a rehab assignment "soon," according to Brewers manager Pat Murphy. Gasser underwent Tommy John surgery in June of 2024, so he'll likely need many rehab appearances to ramp up for big-league action. Gasser made his major league […]

Brooks Raley Progressing on Rehab Assignment

The New York Mets are moving reliever Brooks Raley's (elbow) rehab assignment from Single-A St. Lucie to Double-A Binghamton, per Newsday's Laura Albanese. Raley was sharp in three outings with St. Lucie, striking out six and walking none in three innings. The veteran left-hander has been out of action since undergoing Tommy John surgery in […]

Tanner Houck to Pitch Out of Bullpen in Next Rehab Appearance

According to MassLive's Christopher Smith, Boston Red Sox right-hander Tanner Houck (elbow) will pitch in relief in his next rehab outing with Triple-A Worcester. Relaying quotes from Red Sox Manager Alex Cora, Smith writes that the Red Sox aren't looking to move Houck to the bullpen full-time. Houck has been on the injured list since […]

Jordan Hicks Hits 100 MPH on Rehab Assignment

Boston Red Sox right-hander Jordan Hicks (toe) was throwing gas in his most recent rehab outing with Triple-A Worcester. According to MassLive's Christopher Smith, he hit 100.1 mph while recording a scoreless inning with two strikeouts, allowing one hit and one walk. He could be activated as soon as Monday. Acquired from the San Francisco […]

Sean Manaea Resumes Throwing After Elbow Scare

New York Mets left-handed starter Sean Manaea (elbow, oblique) played catch on Thursday after being shut down earlier this week. An MRI revealed that Manaea is dealing with a loose body in his left elbow, but it appears that he has avoided a more serious injury. He is expected to complete his current minor league […]

Austin Warren Recalled by Mets

New York Mets reliever Austin Warren was recalled from AAA Syracuse on Thursday. Right-hander Jonathan Pintaro was optioned as the corresponding move. Warren has made just one appearance for the Mets this year and owns a career 3.08 ERA across 49 2/3 career big-league innings. In 29 2/3 innings pitched at AAA this season, Warren […]

Luis Garcia Activated From Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated reliever Luis Garcia (adductor) from the injured list on Thursday. Right-hander Will Klein was optioned as the corresponding move. Garcia has missed almost exactly one month since being placed on the IL with a right adductor strain. He's pitched to a 4.50 ERA and a 1.69 WHIP in 26 innings […]

Rowdy Tellez Released by Mariners

The Seattle Mariners placed first baseman Rowdy Tellez on unconditional release waivers on Thursday. Tellez was designated for assignment last week when the team activated first baseman/outfielder Luke Raley from the injured list. Tellez had been a decent source of power this season with 11 home runs in 221 plate appearances. However, he's also hitting […]

Geraldo Perdomo Homers, Drives in Two

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo went 2-4 with a home run, a walk, and two RBI in his team's 5-3 win over the Colorado Rockies. Perdomo now has eight home runs on the season, surpassing his previous career high of six in 2023. He's also hitting .260 with 39 runs, 51 RBI, and 11 stolen […]

Jose Soriano Records 10 K's, Picks Up the Win

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jose Soriano threw 6 2/3 innings of one-run ball in his team's 9-1 victory over the Houston Astros. The young righty allowed three hits and three walks but struck out 10 while recording the win. It's the third consecutive excellent start for Soriano, as he's struck out 28 batters while […]

Logan O'Hoppe Homers Twice, Drives in Four

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe hit two home runs and recorded four RBI in his team's 9-1 victory over the Houston Astros. Before Saturday night, O'Hoppe had been struggling mightily in June. He had just four hits and zero homers in the month before this breakout game. Despite the rough stretch, O'Hoppe has been […]

Nathaniel Lowe Goes Deep Twice in Los Angeles

Washington Nationals first baseman Nathaniel Lowe hit a pair of solo home runs Saturday night in his team's 7-3 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Lowe has been hitting for more power this season. He's racked up 12 homers in 319 plate appearances after hitting 16 in 565 plate appearances last year. However, his power […]

Yandy Diaz Homers Twice on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman/designated hitter Yandy Diaz helped power his team in Friday’s 14-8 win over the Detroit Tigers. He went 3-for-5 with two home runs and two RBI. Díaz has been a somewhat surprising source of power so far this season, as he's already recorded 12 homers after hitting just 14 in 145 […]

Tanner Scott Records 15th Save, Allows Home Run

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Tanner Scott picked up his 15th save of the season in his team's 6-5 win over the Washington Nationals. However, Scott allowed a solo home run to Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams. Homers have been a persistent issue for Scott this season, as his 1.29 HR/9 allowed represents his highest mark since […]

Ketel Marte Homers, Drives in Five Against Colorado

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte had a monster game on Friday, recording a home run, two doubles, five RBI, and an additional run scored in the team’s 14-8 win over the Colorado Rockies. Marte has been mashing when healthy this season, hitting .296 with 13 home runs and 41 runs scored in just 49 […]

Jackson Chourio Drives in Three, Scores Four, and Steals Base

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio had a huge game Friday night, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, four runs scored, and a stolen base in his team's 17-6 win over the Minnesota Twins. Chourio has been surging this month after a slow May at the plate. He's now hitting .296 in June with three homers and […]