Lars Nootbaar Exits Early with Muscle Cramping

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar was pulled from the game after seven innings in Sunday's 8-4 loss to the Yankees. While it was initially concerning, it turned out that he was just experiencing muscle cramping, reports Derrick Goold of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch. He was 3-for-4 in the game before being replaced by Garret […]

Wade Miley Pulled From Rehab Assignment

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Wade Miley (forearm) was pulled from his rehab assignment after experiencing soreness during his first outing with Double-A Chattanooga on Friday, reports Pat Brennan of The Cincinnati Enquirer. The soreness was presumably in his throwing forearm, which is what has kept him sidelined since June 15. There are no updates on […]

Erik Miller Headed for MRI on Elbow

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Erik Miller (elbow) felt something in his elbow during a rehab outing on Friday and is headed for an MRI, Justice delos Santos of The San Jose Mercury News reports. This isn't good news at all for the lefty, who has been on the injured list since the beginning of […]

German Marquez Set to Begin Rehab Assignment on Tuesday

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher German Marquez (biceps) is set to begin a rehab assignment on Tuesday, reports Thomas Harding of MLB.com. He'll be making the start at Triple-A Albuquerque with the plan to make a follow-up start on Sunday before returning to the major league rotation. The 30-year-old has been out since July 20 with […]

Jackson Merrill Nursing Sore Ankle

San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill (ankle) left Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Dodgers in the fourth inning due to a sore ankle, reports Bob Scanlan of Bally Sports San Diego. He twisted his left ankle while running out of the box during Saturday's game, and it ultimately didn't heal to a point where the […]

Cole Henry Picks up First Save

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Cole Henry earned the first save of his career in a 3-2 win over the Phillies on Thursday. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit and striking out one. The closing job opened up with Kyle Finnegan being dealt at the trade deadline, and Henry was rumored to be […]

Cade Smith Records Sixth Save

Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Cade Smith secured his sixth save of the season in Thursday's 9-4 win over the Marlins. It didn't look like he would be needed with a five-run lead heading into the ninth, but Nic Enright loaded the bases to create a save situation with one out remaining. Smith made quick work […]

Dietrich Enns Secures First Save

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Dietrich Enns locked down his first save of the season in Thursday's 5-3 victory against the Mariners. He entered with a three-run lead and gave up two hits and a walk that cut the lead to two, but he ultimately shut the door after 23 pitches. He has done well since […]

Bobby Seymour Expected to be Promoted

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Bobby Seymour is expected to be called up to the major league roster to join the team on Friday, reports Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times. He's had a great year in Triple-A, slashing .263/.327/.553 with 30 home runs, 87 RBI, and 70 runs in 105 games. While he […]

Jordan Lawlar Returns From Injured List at Triple-A

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Jordan Lawlar (hamstring) was activated from the 7-day injured list in Triple-A on Thursday, reports Jose M. Romero of The Arizona Republic. He has been out of game action since June with a hamstring strain, but he is finally healthy. A lot has happened for the major league club while the 23-year-old […]

Jacob Misiorowski Could Require Rehab Start

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jacob Misiorowski (tibia) could require a rehab start, but it is still to be decided, reports Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. General manager Matt Arnold stated that they are still analyzing the situation and will make a decision within the next few days. Misiorowski most recently tossed 60 pitches during three simulated […]

Ryan Yarbrough Tosses Live Batting Practice

New York Yankees pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (oblique) recently completed a live batting practice session, reports Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. He had two "ups" during the batting practice, and could potentially be in store for a longer buildup to restore his stamina. The 33-year-old last pitched on June 18 before suffering a strained oblique. He was […]

Fernando Cruz Ready for Rehab Assignment

New York Yankees relief pitcher Fernando Cruz (oblique) threw 19 pitches in a live batting practice session on Monday and is looking at a three-appearance rehab stint before being activated, reports Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. He last pitched in a major league game on June 27, before landing on the injured list with a strained […]

Michael Kopech Completes Live Batting Practice Session

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Michael Kopech (knee) threw a live batting practice session on Monday and could be ready for a rehab assignment next, reports Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register. It's been an abbreviated season so far for the 29-year-old, who didn't make his 2025 debut until June 8 due to forearm […]

Tanner Scott Could Face Hitters Next Week

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Tanner Scott (elbow) could be ready to face live hitters next week, reports Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register. No official timetable has been revealed for the lefty, although his most recent step in recovery was throwing a bullpen session last week. He has been out since July 21 […]

Miguel Vargas Takes Batting Practice

Chicago White Sox third baseman Miguel Vargas (oblique) took batting practice on Monday, reports Scott Merkin of MLB.com. He reportedly felt very good after the fact and is hopeful to return to the roster without a rehab assignment. The 25-year-old has been on the 10-day injured list since August 1 with an oblique strain, so […]

Denzel Clarke Close to Return

Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke (hip) is close to returning from the injured list, reports Jessica Kleinschmidt of Baseball America. General manager David Forst stated that he "is close to going out and playing", although he didn't clarify if a rehab assignment would be needed. Clarke has been out since July 20 with a right adductor […]

Keegan Akin Suffers Blown Save, Takes the Loss

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Keegan Akin blew a save and received the loss in Sunday's 3-2 defeat to the Athletics. He entered the ninth with a one-run lead but ultimately gave up a two-run double to Willie MacIver. His final line was two runs on two hits and one walk with two strikeouts in one […]

Tyler Wells Pitches Well in Third Rehab Start

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wells (elbow) tossed four shutout innings for Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday in his third appearance of his rehab stint. He allowed one hit and one walk while striking out five. The 30-year-old hasn't allowed a run in any of his 8 ⅓ rehab innings, and he built up to 52 […]

Albert Suarez Expected to Begin Rehab Assignment

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Albert Suarez (shoulder) is expected to start a rehab assignment on Tuesday or Wednesday, reports Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com. The 35-year-old made just one appearance this year, on March 28, before suffering a right subscapularis strain in his throwing shoulder. While it's good to finally see him throwing again, his rehab […]

Jameson Taillon Throws 78 Pitches in Second Rehab Start

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (calf) allowed one run on three hits and no walks while striking out six over 4 ⅔ innings on Friday for Triple-A Iowa. It was his second rehab start as he works his way back from a right calf strain. He threw 78 pitches in the outing, which was […]

Landen Roupp Tosses Three Innings in Rehab Start

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Landen Roupp (elbow) started for Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday, allowing two earned runs on three hits and no walks while striking out four over three innings. This was his first rehab start as he works his way back from elbow inflammation, and he threw 50 pitches in this outing. The […]

Bryce Miller Throws 66 Pitches in Second Rehab Start

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryce Miller (elbow) completed his second rehab start with Triple-A Tacoma on Thursday, allowing four runs on four hits and two walks with five strikeouts in 3 ⅔ innings, reports Tim Booth of The Seattle Times. He threw 66 pitches with 47 strikes. Most of the damage came from three home […]

Bryan Reynolds Launches Solo Home Run

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a walk in Thursday's 7-0 win over the Reds. This ended a massive power drought for the 30-year-old, who hadn't homered since June 29. He's been one of the biggest disappointments in fantasy this season, slashing just .239/.298/.382 with 11 home runs, […]

Esteury Ruiz Demoted to Triple-A

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Esteury Ruiz was demoted to Triple-A on Thursday. He'll rejoin the Oklahoma City Comets after spending a little over a month in the big leagues, where he slashed .190/.261/.333 with one home run, two RBI, two runs, and four steals in 23 plate appearances. He very rarely played full games, and […]

Drake Baldwin Homers Twice, Drives in Five

Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin went 3-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI in Thursday's 8-6 win over the Marlins. These were his first two home runs since July 9th, but he has still been effective over the past month overall. He is slashing .287/.356/.484 with 13 home runs, 46 RBI, and 29 runs […]

Mookie Betts Will Not Be Dropped in Order

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts will not be dropped in the batting order, reports Alden Gonzalez of ESPN. Manager Dave Roberts stated that there is no better alternative in his eyes, and he would rather keep the top of the lineup consistent rather than mix and match it every day. This is despite the […]

Aaron Judge Could Return Tuesday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (elbow) could return from the injured list on Tuesday, reports Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. He has been on the 10-day IL since July 26 with a flexor strain in his right elbow. The plan is for the slugger to fly into Arlington on Monday night, where the Yankees […]

Michael Soroka Exits With Shoulder Discomfort

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Michael Soroka (shoulder) left his start early on Monday with shoulder discomfort, reports Maddie Lee of The Chicago Sun-Times. He allowed one run over the first two innings, but did not return to the mound at the start of the third. Ben Brown entered the game in his place, who would […]

Austin Slater Leaves Game with Hamstring Tightness

New York Yankees outfielder Austin Slater (hamstring) was pulled from Monday's contest with left-hamstring tightness, reports Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. He left the game after his first at-bat of the game, with Jasson Dominguez coming in as the pinch runner. This is coming less than a week after Slater was dealt from the White […]