Zach Neto Dealing With Wrist Soreness

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto (wrist) was out of the lineup Friday against the Seattle Mariners with soreness in his left wrist, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. Neto's wrist hasn't been at full strength since a hit by pitch forced him from a game on Aug. 20, though the injury […]

Masyn Winn Shut Down for Rest of Season

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn (knee) is done for the year, manager Oliver Marmol announced on Friday. Winn tried to play through a torn meniscus in his right knee, but the 72-76 Cardinals will instead shut him down for the rest of 2025. Winn, who hasn't played since Monday, was in the Cardinals' initial […]

Javier Baez Day-to-Day After Early Exit on Friday

Detroit Tigers infielder/outfielder Javier Baez (head) left an 8-2 loss to the Miami Marlins on Friday after fouling a ball off his forehead. Baez is not in concussion protocol, though, and is considered day-to-day, Chris McCosky of the Detroit News reports. The 32-year-old started at shortstop, but the Tigers had to replace him with Trey […]

Tarik Skubal to Undergo Imaging on Saturday

After leaving his start early on Friday with side discomfort, Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal (side) will undergo imaging on Saturday, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports. Skubal, who's dealing with pain near his left rib cage, could only manage 3 1/3 innings of four-run ball in an 8-2 loss to the Miami Marlins before the […]

Bills Defense Hard to Trust in Week 2

After an ugly season-opening performance in a 41-40 win over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1, the Buffalo Bills' defense will try to rebound in Week 2 against the New York Jets. While the Jets don't have a one-two punch that's as potent as Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, they boast a formidable rushing attack […]

Astros to Promote Zach Cole

The Houston Astros are promoting outfielder Zach Cole from Triple-A Sugar Land ahead of Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. Cole joined the organization as a 10th-round pick in 2022, and he's now the Astros' 19th-ranked prospect at MLB Pipeline. The 25-year-old has divided the season between Double-A and Triple-A […]

Brandon Lowe Sitting on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe is not in the lineup on Friday against the Chicago Cubs. Richie Palacios will handle the keystone in Lowe's absence and hit seventh in a meeting with left-hander Matthew Boyd. Lowe, who's out of the lineup for the first time since Aug. 4, has slumped in his first […]

Josh Lowe Out of Lineup on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Josh Lowe is not in the lineup on Friday against Chicago Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd. Jake Mangum will take over for Lowe in right field and hit fifth, while Everson Pereira will play center and bat sixth. It's logical to sit Lowe against a tough lefty, as southpaws have held him […]

Matt Shaw Returning to Lineup on Friday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw is back in the lineup on Friday against Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Shane Baz. He'll play third base and bat ninth. Shaw was scratched from the lineup for the Cubs' 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday while dealing with a personal matter, though he did pinch hit. […]

Jayden Murray to Open for Astros on Friday

Houston Astros right-handed reliever Jayden Murray will serve as the team's opener against the Atlanta Braves on Friday. The 28-year-old made his major league debut last week and has since logged 2 1/3 scoreless, hitless innings with one strikeout and no walks over two appearances. Murray has spent most of the year at the Triple-A […]

Seiya Suzuki Sitting on Friday

Chicago Cubs designated hitter/outfielder Seiya Suzuki is out of the lineup on Friday against Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Shane Baz. Moises Ballesteros will take over as the DH and bat sixth. Suzuki is getting the day off amid a severe slump. He has just one home run since the All-Star break and has opened September […]

Matt Prater Still Widely Available Entering Week 2

Buffalo Bills kicker Matt Prater showed no ill effects from last season's meniscus injury in a 41-40 win over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1. Prater nailed all three of his field-goal attempts, including a 43-yarder at the end of the first half and a game-winning 32-yarder as time expired, and both extra points last […]

Khalil Shakir Struggled Against Week 2 Opponent in 2024

After sitting out most of the summer with a high-ankle sprain, Buffalo Bills slot receiver Khalil Shakir was effective in a Week 1 win over the Baltimore Ravens. Shakir ranked second among Bills receivers in snaps (60) and caught six of nine targets for 64 yards. He'll take on a familiar opponent this week in […]

Joshua Palmer's Target Share Worth Monitoring in Week 2

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Joshua Palmer was one of Josh Allen's go-to options in a 41-40 season-opening win over the Baltimore Ravens last Sunday. Making his Bills debut, the former Los Angeles Charger totaled nine targets (second only to Keon Coleman) and caught five passes for 61 yards. He didn't get credit for it in […]

James Cook Should See More Carries in Week 2

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook (hamstring) opened the season with a productive showing in a 41-40 win against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1. Facing a defense that ranked first against the run last year, Cook only totaled 13 carries for 44 yards. However, he scored a rushing touchdown and chipped in five receptions […]

Dalton Kincaid Not in TE1 Territory Yet

Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid took advantage of his opportunities in last week's season-opening win over the Baltimore Ravens. Kincaid hauled in all four of his targets for 48 yards and a touchdown - just the fifth score of the third-year man's career. In Week 2, he'll go up against a New York Jets […]

Keon Coleman Facing Stiff Test in Week 2

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman was viewed as a breakout candidate entering the season, and he lived up to the billing in a Week 1 win over the Baltimore Ravens. Coleman led the Bills in catches (eight), targets (11), yards (112), and touchdowns (one) against a strong Ravens secondary. He'll face another major challenge […]

Josh Allen Poised for Strong Week 2 Showing

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen put on a show in a 41-40 win over the Baltimore Ravens last Sunday, earning AFC Player of the Week honors after going 33-for-46 for 394 yards and accounting for four touchdowns (two passing, two rushing). The reigning MVP is a plug-and-play option every time out, and this Sunday, he'll […]

MacKenzie Gore Solid in Return From Injury

Washington Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore (5-14) was effective in his return from the 15-day injured list on Thursday. After missing two weeks with shoulder inflammation, Gore tossed five innings of two-run, four-hit ball and logged four strikeouts against two walks in a 5-0 loss to the Miami Marlins. The Nationals eased Gore back in, pulling […]

Ryan Weathers Sharp in Return From Three-Month Absence

Miami Marlins left-hander Ryan Weathers impressed in his return from a lat injury on Thursday. Making his first start since June 7, Weathers held the Washington Nationals scoreless over five innings of five-hit ball and logged four strikeouts against no walks on 68 pitches (46 strikes). Weathers picked up the win in a 5-0 game, […]

Keegan Akin Notches Fifth Save on Thursday

Baltimore Orioles reliever Keegan Akin collected his fifth save of the year in a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday. The left-hander struck out one in a scoreless, one-hit ninth inning and threw 13 pitches (nine strikes). Akin, who has been sharing the closer role with righty Yennier Cano in the absence of […]

Kevin Gausman Tosses Complete-Game Shutout

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman dominated the Houston Astros in a complete-game shutout on Thursday. Gausman improved to 10-10 in the Jays' 6-0 victory, yielding a pair of singles while tallying nine strikeouts against one walk over 100 pitches (79 pitches). The 34-year-old has offered elite production across his past three starts, having combined […]

Jo Adell Scratched With Vertigo on Thursday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell (illness) is dealing with vertigo and has been scratched from the team's lineup against the Seattle Mariners on Thursday, Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register reports. Chris Taylor will take Adell's place in right field and hit fifth versus right-hander Bryce Miller, while Luis Rengifo will play second […]

Alek Manoah Activated, Optioned to Triple-A

The Toronto Blue Jays announced that they have reinstated right-hander Alek Manoah (elbow) from the 60-day injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Buffalo. To make room for Manoah on the 40-man roster, the team designated infielder Orelvis Martinez for assignment. Manoah is finally healthy after undergoing hybrid Tommy John surgery in June 2024, but […]

Andrew Kittredge Secures Save on Wednesday

Chicago Cubs reliever Andrew Kittredge collected his third save of the season in a 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday. The right-hander retired the side in order and struck out one during an 11-pitch ninth inning to log the Cubs' first save since closer Daniel Palencia (shoulder) went on the 15-day injured list […]

Jeff Hoffman Takes Loss, Gets Vote of Confidence From Manager

Toronto Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman (9-7) suffered his seventh loss of the season in a 3-2 decision against the Houston Astros on Wednesday. The right-hander entered a 2-2 tie in the top of the ninth inning, and after getting the leadoff hitter out, he allowed what proved to be the game-winning home run to […]

Shelby Miller May Not Require Tommy John Surgery

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Shelby Miller (elbow) received encouraging news on his injured right elbow during a visit with Dr. Keith Meister, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. While Miller will need to undergo surgery, he may not require a full UCL repair. If that's the case, Miller could return late next year. Otherwise, Tommy John […]

Chase Burns to Work Out of Bullpen in Return

Cincinnati Reds right-handed pitching prospect Chase Burns (elbow) will not serve as a starter when the team activates him from the 15-day injured list on Friday. Rather, Burns told Brian Giesenschlag of Reds Live that he'll receive "scheduled innings out of the bullpen" for the rest of the season. The Reds are playing it safe […]

Tyler Holton to Open for Tigers on Thursday

Detroit Tigers left-handed reliever Tyler Holton will open against the New York Yankees on Thursday, according to Chris McCosky of the Detroit News. It'll be a short start for Holton, who hasn't gotten more than eight outs in any of his 62 appearances in 2025. The 29-year-old has logged a 3.80 ERA with a 1.12 […]

Will Smith Scratched With Hand Soreness on Wednesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers scratched catcher Will Smith (hand) on Wednesday against the Colorado Rockies because of soreness in his right hand, L.A. announced. Smith has been dealing with a bone bruise that kept him out for five straight games before he returned to the lineup Tuesday. Manager Dave Roberts said last week that Smith […]