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Emmanuel Clase Drawing Trade Interest, Guardians Unlikely to Deal
Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase is reportedly drawing heavy interest ahead of the trade deadline, but a move appears unlikely. The Guardians would need to be "blown away" by an offer to consider parting with the flamethrowing right-hander. Clase has anchored Cleveland's bullpen for five seasons and continues to dominate late innings. The 27-year-old owns […]
Julian Brooke
Grant Holmes Placed on 60-Day IL
The Atlanta Braves have placed right-hander Grant Holmes (elbow) on the 60-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. Holmes reported tightness following his start against the Rangers on Saturday, where he allowed four runs on six hits and two walks with two strikeouts over four innings. Now in his second year with Atlanta, Holmes […]
Julian Brooke
Jack Kochanowicz Set for Monday Start, Looks to Build on Triple-A Success
Los Angeles Angels right-hander Jack Kochanowicz is scheduled to start the series opener against the Rangers on Monday. Kochanowicz was optioned to Triple-A on July 11 and made one strong start, allowing no earned runs on three hits with four strikeouts over five innings. The 24-year-old has struggled in the majors this season, posting a […]
Julian Brooke
Shohei Ohtani to Stretch Out to Four Innings in Next Starts
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani is reportedly aiming to reach four innings in his next few starts as he continues to build up his workload. The 31-year-old has yet to surpass three innings this season as he works his way back from the second Tommy John surgery of his career. Ohtani has been […]
Julian Brooke
Casey Mize Set to Start Despite Knee Tightness, Eyes Bounce-Back Outing
Detroit Tigers right-hander Casey Mize (knee) is still expected to start in the upcoming home series against the Diamondbacks, despite dealing with minor knee tightness that has disrupted his usual between-start routine. The 28-year-old struggled in his last outing against the Pirates, allowing 10 hits and four runs. Still, Mize has quietly had a strong […]
Julian Brooke
Yordan Alvarez to Be Re-Evaluated Thursday, Could Resume Swinging Soon
Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (hand) is set for re-evaluation Thursday as team doctors consider clearing him to start swinging a bat. Alvarez was placed on the injured list on May 6 with a right hand fracture. His return timeline remains undefined. The 28-year-old slugger was struggling before the injury in 29 games, slashing .210/.306/.340 with […]
Julian Brooke
Jake Meyers to Miss More Than Three Weeks With Calf Injury
Astros general manager Dana Brown reported on the team's pregame radio show that outfielder Jake Meyers (calf) will miss more than three weeks because of his calf injury. Meyers was placed on the 10-day injured list on July 11 with a right calf strain after it tightened up before a July 9 game against the […]
Julian Brooke
Shane Bieber Set for Rehab Start Tuesday; Eyes August Return After Setback
Cleveland Guardians right-hander Shane Bieber (elbow) is scheduled to make his first rehab start Tuesday in the Arizona Complex League after suffering a setback in his Tommy John recovery last month. The 30-year-old is expected to throw around two innings or 35 pitches as he works toward an August return. Bieber made only two starts […]
Julian Brooke
Luis Garcia Nearing Return After Setback; Astros Eye Late-July Reinforcement
Astros General Manager Dana Brown has reported that right-hander Luis Garcia (elbow) has worked his way up to 94 mph and is targeting late July to early August for a return. Garcia hasn't appeared in an MLB game since the 2023 season, when an elbow injury forced him to undergo Tommy John surgery. He reportedly […]
Julian Brooke
Chase DeLauter Sidelined With Wrist Injury; Evaluation Coming During Break
Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect Chase DeLauter (wrist) was held out of the lineup for Triple-A Columbus on Sunday due to ongoing right wrist soreness. The 23-year-old also did not start Saturday night and will have the injury examined during the International League All-Star break. DeLauter, the No. 34 prospect in baseball, is slashing .278/.383/.476 with […]
Julian Brooke
Alek Manoah Set for Simulated Outing Tuesday
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider reports that right-hander Alek Manoah (elbow) is expected to throw two simulated innings Tuesday in Florida. Manoah will then either toss another live session or move on to a rehab game. The 27-year-old underwent Tommy John surgery last June and is aiming to return from the 60-day injured list […]
Julian Brooke
Daulton Varsho Runs Bases on Monday, Nears Rehab Assignment
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho (hamstring) ran the bases Monday and is expected to do so again Wednesday. He is likely to begin a rehab assignment by early next week. The 29-year-old was placed on the injured list June 1 with a left hamstring strain and could return as early as mid-July. Before the […]
Julian Brooke
Michael King Plays Catch, Nearing Mound Work for Late-Season Return
San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King (shoulder) played catch Monday and is expected to stretch it out to 120 feet Tuesday. King is scheduled to throw off a mound for the first time Thursday, although the team is not officially calling it a bullpen session. The 30-year-old was placed on the 60-day injured list May […]
Julian Brooke
Tyler Glasnow Set to Return Wednesday vs. Brewers
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that right-hander Tyler Glasnow (shoulder) will make his first start off the injured list Wednesday against the Milwaukee Brewers. Glasnow was placed on the injured list April 28, one day after exiting a one-inning start with shoulder discomfort. He completed 4 1/3 solid innings in his third rehab […]
Julian Brooke
Ketel Marte Scratched from Monday's Lineup with Groin Tightness
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (groin) was scratched ahead of Monday night's matchup against the San Diego Padres with groin tightness. The 31-year-old was originally penciled in at second base but ended up being a late scratch. With Marte sidelined, Blaze Alexander will get the start instead and bat ninth. Alexander has shown flashes […]
Julian Brooke
Ranger Suarez Shines Despite Phillies’ Offensive Struggles in Loss
Philadelphia Phillies left-handed pitcher Ranger Suarez (6-2) had a strong outing in Tuesday’s 1-0 loss to the Houston Astros. He pitched seven and 2/3 innings, allowing one run on four hits and two walks while striking out seven. Suarez took his second loss of the season on a night when the Phillies recorded just four […]
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Sam Haggerty Swipes Three Bases, Produces Key Runs in Rangers Win
Texas Rangers outfielder Sam Haggerty swiped three bases in Tuesday’s 6-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles. After pinch-hitting for Alejandro Osuna in the eighth inning, Haggerty drew a walk and quickly stole second and third, later scoring on a Jonah Heim sacrifice fly. He also stole a base in the tenth inning after reaching on […]
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Masyn Winn Homers in Win; Signs of Growth Emerging
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn launched his seventh home run of the season in Tuesday’s 8-7 win over the Chicago Cubs. The blast came in the third inning off Jameson Taillon—a two-run shot on a 79.9 mph slider. Winn also added a double, finishing 2-for-4 with two additional RBI and another run scored. The […]
Julian Brooke
George Springer Blasts Grand Slam; Veteran Outfielder Still Delivering Power
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer exploded in a 10-6 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday night. Springer broke the game open in the eighth inning with a 421-foot grand slam—his 11th home run of the season. The 35-year-old finished 3-for-5 with two additional singles and two more runs scored. Springer is now slashing […]
Julian Brooke
Seiya Suzuki Launches 21st Homer; Power Spike Fueling Career Season
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki continued his strong offensive run on Tuesday night, launching his 21st home run of the season in an 8-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. The blast came in the third inning off Cardinals right-hander Michael McGreevy, when Suzuki turned on a 91.7 mph sinker and drove it 404 feet […]
Julian Brooke
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Powers Blue Jays to Victory with Ninth Home Run
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. racked up seven total bases in a 5-4 victory over the Diamondbacks. Guerrero went 3-for-4 with a single, double, and his ninth home run of the season—a 448-foot solo shot in the third inning. The 26-year-old finished with three RBI. He is now slashing .281/.380/.434 in his […]
Julian Brooke
Isaac Collins Hits Third Home Run, Eyes Bigger Role on Brewers
Brewers outfielder Isaac Collins launched his third home run of the season in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Collins opened the scoring with a two-run, 388-foot blast to right field in the second inning. The 27-year-old switch-hitter finished the game 2-for-4, adding a double in the fourth. Collins is slashing .242/.349/.375 in his […]
Julian Brooke
Harrison Bader Homers in Tight Loss to Reds
Twins outfielder Harrison Bader launched his seventh home run of the season in Tuesday's 6-5 loss to the Cincinnati Reds. The three-run blast left the bat at 99.9 mph and traveled 350 feet, briefly giving the Twins a lead before a late comeback by the Reds. Bader finished 1-for-3 with a walk. The 31-year-old is […]
Julian Brooke
Gabriel Arias Homers in Win
Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias delivered a clutch home run in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the San Francisco Giants. The 25-year-old turned on a 95 mph fastball from Robbie Ray, launching it 412 feet for his fifth home run of the season and the game's decisive run. Arias is now slashing .239/.301/.376 through 67 games and […]
Julian Brooke
Tanner Scott Picks Up 14th Save, Solidifying Late-Inning Role for Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Tanner Scott earned his 14th save of the season in Tuesday night's 8-6 win over the division rival Padres. The 30-year-old southpaw tossed a clean ninth inning, picking up one strikeout. In his first year with the Dodgers, Scott has converted 14 of 19 save chances and added seven holds. He's […]
Julian Brooke
Willy Adames Homers, Looks to Spark Turnaround in San Francisco
San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames homered in Tuesday's 6-5 comeback win over the Colorado Rockies. Adames opened the scoring with a sacrifice fly in the first inning, then tied the game in the fifth with a 439-foot blast to center field—his sixth home run of the season. He finished 1-for-3 with a walk and […]
Julian Brooke
Quinn Priester Delivers Six Strong Innings in Third Consecutive Win
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Quinn Priester (4-2) delivered six strong innings in Tuesday night's 4-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves. Priester struck out seven and allowed one run on seven hits, securing his fourth win of the season. After moving between teams and struggling with consistency last year, the 24-year-old is settling into his role with […]
Julian Brooke
Andres Gimenez Goes Deep, Eyes Bounce-Back June
Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Andres Gimenez homered in Tuesday night's 9-8 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. Gimenez opened the scoring with a 387-foot, three-run blast in the first inning and later added an RBI single. The 26-year-old went 2-for-5 with four RBI and five total bases. After missing much of May with a […]
Julian Brooke
Josh Jung Drives in Four Runs, Poised to Break Out After Slow June
Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung drove in four runs during Tuesday's 16-4 win over the Minnesota Twins. Jung hit a two-run single in the fifth inning, then added a two-RBI double in the eighth that left the bat at 102 mph. The 27-year-old went 2-for-5 with two runs scored. It was a much-needed showing […]
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Manny Machado Extends Hitting Streak, Drives in Five Against Dodgers
San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado powered the offense with five RBI in Tuesday's 11-1 rout of the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers. The 32-year-old went 3-for-5 with one run scored, marking his fifth multi-hit game in his last eight contests. Machado also extended his hitting streak to eight games and is slugging a scorching […]
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