Keibert Ruiz Begins Rehab Assignment After Concussion

Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz (concussion) has begun a rehab assignment with Double-A Harrisburg after being sidelined since July 5 with a concussion. Ruiz went 0-for-2 in his first game Tuesday with one strikeout, one walk, and one run scored. He is expected to DH tomorrow. The 27-year-old has no set return timeline, and with […]

Tyler Stephenson Set For Rehab Assignment After Thumb Injury

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson (thumb) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville on Wednesday as he recovers from a left thumb fracture. The 29-year-old was placed on the 10-day injured list on August 17 and appears on track to return within the next couple of weeks. Stephenson caught two innings of Chase Burns' […]

Chase Burns Throws Two Innings in Simulated Game, Nearing Return from Elbow Injury

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Chase Burns (elbow), the second overall pick in the 2024 draft, threw two innings in a simulated game Tuesday and is expected to have one more live bullpen session this week before progressing further. Burns has been on the 15-day injured list since August 12 with a flexor tendon strain in his […]

Blue Jays Confident Max Scherzer Will Make Saturday Start Despite Back Tightness

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Max Scherzer (back) is reportedly improving each day and remains on track to start Saturday against the New York Yankees. The 41-year-old tossed 67 pitches across four innings against the Milwaukee Brewers last Sunday before exiting with back tightness, but he has maintained his regular between-start routine and expects the injury […]

JP Sears Optioned to Triple-A El Paso

The San Diego Padres have optioned left-hander JP Sears to Triple-A El Paso and called up right-hander Alek Jacob. Sears was acquired from the Athletics on July 31 alongside flamethrowing closer Mason Miller. Since then, he has bounced back and forth between Triple-A and the majors, last being recalled on August 20. The 29-year-old has […]

Roansy Contreras the Likely Candidate to Start Wednesday for Orioles

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Roansy Contreras is reportedly the likely starter candidate for Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox, though the team has not made an official announcement. Contreras has yet to pitch in the majors this season after bouncing around during the offseason. The 25-year-old has spent most of 2025 with Triple-A Norfolk, where […]

Francisco Alvarez Set for Rehab Assignment Wednesday; September Return in Sight

New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (thumb) is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment Wednesday as he works his way back from a thumb ligament sprain. The injury occurred August 17 during the Little League Classic, and he was placed on the injured list the next day. The 23-year-old has been aggressive in his recovery, […]

Pablo Lopez Set for Second Rehab Start Tuesday

Minnesota Twins right-hander Pablo Lopez (shoulder) is scheduled to make his second rehab start Tuesday for Triple-A St. Paul in Toledo. If all goes well, Lopez is expected to follow a standard buildup and reach four innings or roughly 65 pitches. The righty has been on the 60-day injured list since June 5 with a […]

Luis Robert Jr. Exits Early With Hamstring Soreness

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (hamstring) left Tuesday's game early with left-hamstring soreness after grounding out in his only at-bat of the night. Michael A. Taylor took over in center field in the top of the fourth inning. Robert Jr. will undergo further evaluation, and the severity of the injury remains unknown. The […]

Oneil Cruz Leaves Tuesday's Game with Apparent Head Injury

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz (head) exited Tuesday's game against the Brewers after a collision in the bottom of the fourth inning. Cruz was replaced by veteran Tommy Pham and is currently undergoing evaluation and treatment from the team's medical staff. The severity of the injury has not yet been disclosed. Cruz is in his […]

Jameson Taillon Set for Final Rehab Start Wednesday Before Cubs Return

Chicago Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon (calf) is expected to make one final rehab start with Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday before rejoining the big-league rotation, according to manager Craig Counsell. Taillon has been sidelined since July 4 with a right calf strain but appears on track to return later this month. Before the injury, the 33-year-old […]

Frankie Montas Moves to Bullpen, Hopes for Reset in Relief Role

New York Mets right-hander Frankie Montas was officially moved to the bullpen on Tuesday after continued struggles in the rotation. The 32-year-old veteran has started seven of his eight outings this year and has pitched to a 6.38 ERA and 1.55 WHIP--numbers that mark one of the worst stretches of his career. Despite Montas falling […]

Tony Gonsolin Out for Season, Faces Long Road Back from Elbow Surgery

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin (elbow) will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing an internal brace and flexor tendon repair procedure on Tuesday. The 31-year-old had been on the injured list since June 7 due to right elbow discomfort, and this latest setback is expected to sideline him for eight to 10 […]

Landen Roupp to Start Friday, Rejoins Giants Rotation

San Francisco Giants right-hander Landen Roupp (elbow) is set to make his first start off the 15-day injured list this Friday against the Rays to open the weekend series. Roupp had been sidelined since July 23 with right elbow inflammation but now has a firm return date. The 26-year-old has put together a solid season […]

Joe Jimenez Shut Down From Throwing, Return Timeline Uncertain

Atlanta Braves right-hander Joe Jimenez (knee) has been shut down from throwing after experiencing discomfort in his surgically repaired left knee during his rehab in Florida. Jimenez has spent the entire 2025 season on the 60-day injured list following offseason knee surgery to remove some loose cartilage. There is no set timeline for his return, […]

Shane Bieber Set for Rehab Start Saturday, Blue Jays Debut Drawing Closer

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Shane Bieber (elbow) is scheduled to make another rehab start this Saturday, with likely one more to follow before manager John Schneider considers a call-up. Bieber was acquired at the trade deadline from the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for right-hander Khal Stephen. The 30-year-old has not pitched since April 2024 after […]

Kevin Ginkel Seeks Second Opinion, Season in Jeopardy After Shoulder Injury

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Kevin Ginkel (shoulder) is seeking a second opinion on his right shoulder sprain, raising concerns that he could miss the rest of the season. Ginkel was placed on the 15-day injured list on August 4 and has not set a timeline for his return. The 31-year-old has struggled in his seventh MLB […]

Gabriel Moreno Begins Tee Work, Nearing Return to Diamondbacks

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (hand) has resumed swinging a bat and has started tee work after an August 4 CT scan confirmed his right hand had fully healed. Moreno landed on the injured list on June 19 and was transferred to the 60-day IL on July 18 after suffering a hairline fracture in his […]

Tyler O'Neill Exits With Right-Wrist Discomfort

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (wrist) exited Tuesday's game against the Phillies in the bottom of the sixth inning with right-wrist discomfort. He was replaced in right field by 29-year-old Ryan Noda. O'Neill went 0-for-2 with a popout and a groundout before leaving. The 29-year-old slugger from Canada is slashing .210/.293/.434 with eight home runs […]

Michael King Eyes Weekend Rehab Start

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King (shoulder) is reportedly in consideration for a rehab start this weekend, likely at the Triple-A level. The 30-year-old has been on the 60-day injured list since May 25 with a long thoracic nerve injury in his right shoulder. He is expected to return sometime in August. Before the injury, […]

Carlos Correa Exits Early Tuesday with Lightheadedness

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (illness) left Tuesday's game early with what manager Rocco Baldelli described as lightheadedness. Correa spoke with the team's head trainer multiple times before exiting during the top of the third inning. Twenty-four-year-old Brooks Lee took over at shortstop. Correa is day-to-day. The 30-year-old has taken a step back following an […]

Chris Paddack Set for Tigers Debut Wednesday

The Detroit Tigers have activated right-hander Chris Paddack, who will make his team debut Wednesday afternoon against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Paddack was acquired from the Minnesota Twins in a deal that also included right-hander Randy Dobnak, with catching prospect Enrique Jimenez going the other way. Through 21 starts this season, Paddack posted a 4.95 ERA, […]

Yoan Moncada Still Out Tuesday, Remains Day-to-Day with Hand Injury

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Yoan Moncada (hand) is out of the lineup again Tuesday as he deals with a right hand contusion. The 30-year-old switch hitter was hit by a pitch on July 26 and was removed from the game. Fortunately, X-rays came back negative, and he remains day-to-day. 31-year-old Kevin Newman will start […]

Kyle Higashioka Returns Tuesday, Looks to Reignite Bat Against Angels

Texas Rangers catcher Kyle Higashioka (hamstring) is back in the lineup Tuesday night, batting seventh against the Los Angeles Angels in the second game of the series. The 35-year-old missed five games after straining his right hamstring on July 22. In 56 games this season, Higashioka is slashing .253/.301/.368 with a .669 OPS. He has […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]