Zack Cozart Progressing

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart (neck) still doesn't have full range of motion to turn his head to the left, but he said he is progressing after taking batting practice on Tuesday. He thinks he will be ready to play when he's eligible to come off the injured list this Saturday. We doubt […]

Andrew Heaney Throws Bullpen Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Andrew Heaney (elbow) said he felt good after a 35-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday, and he threw all his pitches at full velocity. Heaney has missed the first month of the season with left elbow inflammation. The southpaw is hopeful he can move to face hitters for his next step. […]

Garrett Cooper Thinks He'll Be Fine

Miami Marlins outfielder/first baseman Garrett Cooper had just returned from the injured list on Tuesday but had to leave the game early after being hit by a pitch on the outside of his left hand. X-rays came back negative, so Cooper is currently listed as day-to-day. He's having trouble making a fist with his left […]

Brandon Morrow Should Return This Year

Chicago Cubs president Theo Epstein is optimistic that relief pitcher Brandon Morrow (elbow) will pitch again this year after he recently received an injection for his right elbow. The right-hander hasn't pitched since July 15 of last year and underwent surgery in November. At this point, Morrow might not be back in the first half […]

Kyle Seager Takes BP Tuesday

Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager (wrist) took batting practice on the field on Tuesday as he progresses from wrist surgery. Seager is slowly progressing from surgery in March to fix a partially torn tendon in his left wrist. There's a chance he could be back in late May or early June if he doesn't […]

A.J. Pollock To Have Exploratory Procedure

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder A.J. Pollock (elbow) has returned to Los Angeles to undergo an exploratory procedure to determine the severity of the infection in his right elbow and whether a growth plate in the joint needs to be surgically repaired. Pollock had surgeries on his growth plate in the same elbow in 2010 and […]

Addison Russell Will Stay In Minors

The Chicago Cubs plan to option shortstop Addison Russell back to Triple-A Iowa when his minor league assignment is up on Friday, according to executive Theo Epstein. Russell's 40-game suspension for violating the league's domestic-abuse police will be up, but the Cubs will elect to keep the infielder down on the farm for the time […]

Johnny Cueto Throws Bullpen

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) threw his first bullpen session on Tuesday since undergoing Tommy John surgery. It's a big step for the veteran right-handed pitcher, but he's not expected to be back at all for the 2019 season as he recovers from elbow reconstruction. You won't need to worry about Cueto […]

Josh Harrison Placed On Injured List

The Detroit Tigers placed second baseman Josh Harrison on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 27, with a left shoulder contusion on Tuesday and recalled infielder Harold Castro from the minors in a corresponding move. The 31-year-old Harrison was hitting a weak .156/.212/.233 in 99 plate appearances this year and isn't worth stashing in […]

Aaron Hicks Begins Game Activities

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (back) played in a simulated game in Florida on Tuesday and has started game activities after hitting in the cages and taking batting practice. Hicks has been out all year, but he'll be the regular center fielder in the Bronx whenever he makes his season debut. The 29-year-old had […]

Shohei Ohtani Won't Travel With Team To Mexico

The Los Angeles Angels "do not plan" on having designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) travel with them for their two-game series against the Astros in Mexico this weekend, according to manager Brad Ausmus. Ohtani is getting close to making his 2019 debut, but it probably won't come until sometime next week. He'll be the primary […]

Christian Yelich Could Be Ready For Weekend Series

Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell said that outfielder Christian Yelich (back) still isn't doing baseball activities, but he is "trending" towards being ready for the weekend series against the Mets that begins on Friday. Yelich should be able to avoid the injured list, but don't plan on having him for your lineups until at least […]

Mallex Smith Optioned, Braden Bishop Called Up

The Seattle Mariners optioned outfielder Mallex Smith to Triple-A Tacoma on Tuesday and called up outfielder Braden Bishop in a corresponding move. Smith has eight steals on the season but was hitting .165/.255/.247 in 97 at-bats to begin the year and was recently moved to the bottom of the batting order. If you're in need […]

Freddy Peralta To Start Thursday Against Rockies

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (shoulder) will be activated from the injured list to start against the Rockies on Thursday. The right-hander has a scary 7.13 ERA, 1.53 WHIP and 22 strikeouts in 17 2/3 innings (four starts) before he was injured. Peralta has strikeout upside but walks too many hitters to be anything […]

Dexter Fowler Out Sick Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler is out of the lineup with the flu on Tuesday. Harrison Bader is in center field and is batting eighth, while Jose Martinez is in right field and is hitting fifth against Nationals starter Anibal Sanchez. Martinez has been on a hot streak of late and makes for a […]

Glenn Sparkman To Make Start Wednesday

Kansas City Royals pitcher Glenn Sparkman will make a spot start as the 26th man in the second game of the doubleheader against the Rays on Wednesday, according to manager Ned Yost. Jake Junis, who was scheduled to start Tuesday before the rainout, will go in the first game. Sparkman has thrown 6 2/3 innings […]

Josh Harrison Too Sore To Play

Detroit Tigers second baseman Josh Harrison's shoulder is still too sore to play on Tuesday, and he can't finish his swing. However, he hasn't had an MRI exam and doesn't think he'll be out much longer. Ronny Rodriguez is starting at the keystone on Tuesday and is hitting fifth against Phillies starter Vince Velasquez. Harrison […]

Josh Donaldson Scratched Tuesday

Atlanta Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson was scratched from the lineup on Tuesday with a sore right calf. Manager Brian Snitker is hoping that Donaldson just needs one day of rest. It's the same calf that caused Donaldson a ton of grief last year, so this is worth watching. He has five home runs and […]

Lou Trivino Expects To Return Wednesday

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lou Trivino (thumb) was up to 96 mph with his fastball during a live batting practice session on Tuesday and expects to be available to pitch on Wednesday. Trivino, who has a nice 1.42 ERA, 0.55 WHIP and 16 strikeouts in 12 2/3 innings, has been out since April 17 but […]

No Timetable For Brock Holt's Return

Boston Red Sox infielder Brock Holt has been diagnosed with a right shoulder impingement, and there is no timetable for his return. Holt is over the scratched cornea in his eye, but now he's dealing with another injury. It's looking like both Dustin Pedroia (knee) and Eduardo Nunez (back) will return before Holt now. With […]

Yoenis Cespedes Hasn't Started Running

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (heels) has been biking, throwing and hitting off a tee, but he has yet to resume running. There remains no timetable for his return to action in 2019. The 33-year-old will probably miss at least half the season, if not more. He hasn't played in more than 81 games […]

Edwin Diaz Unavailable Tuesday

New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz is unavailable on Tuesday after pitching in three straight games. Reliever Jeurys Familia will serve in the closer role if the need arises, and manager Mickey Callaway said he will use Familia for a multi-inning save if necessary. Diaz allowed a homer on Monday but still has a nice […]

Christian Yelich Still Sidelined

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (back) is still out of the lineup on Tuesday for the second straight game. The 2018 National League Most Valuable Player remains among the best players in baseball this year, but he should be considered day-to-day for now. Both Eric Thames and Jesus Aguilar are playing against Rockies starter German […]

Starling Marte Back From Injured List

The Pittsburgh Pirates activated outfielder Starling Marte (abdomen) from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned outfielder Jason Martin to Triple-A Indianapolis in a corresponding move. Marte is back in center field and is batting second against Rangers starter Adrian Sampson on Tuesday night. The 30-year-old is off to a slow start, batting .203 […]

Lewis Brinson Optioned, Garrett Cooper Activated

The Miami Marlins optioned outfielder Lewis Brinson to Triple-A New Orleans on Tuesday and activated first baseman/outfielder Garrett Cooper (calf) from the injured list in a corresponding move. Brinson was hitting just .197/.247/.263 with five doubles and no home runs in 27 games, and he's fanned 28 times and walked twice in 82 plate appearances. […]

Neil Walker Available To Pinch Hit

Miami Marlins infielder Neil Walker (knee) had an MRI exam on Monday reveal a mild bone bruise in his right knee. He is not starting on Tuesday but is available to pinch hit. The 33-year-old veteran has three homers and four RBI while hitting .260 in 77 at-bats for the Fish so far in 2019. […]

Nick Pivetta Could Be Moved To 'Pen

The Philadelphia Phillies have discussed moving starting pitcher Nick Pivetta to the bullpen, according to manager Gabe Kapler. "It’s something that we’re discussing and brainstorming. It’s not imminent," Kapler said. Pivetta went 2-1 with an 8.35 ERA, 2.13 WHIP and 16 K's in 18 1/3 innings in his four starts for Philly before he was […]

Odubel Herrera Close To Returning

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera (hamstring) thinks he's five to seven days away from returning to the team. Herrera will return to center field duties when he's ready, moving Andrew McCutchen back to left field. Nick Williams and Aaron Altherr have seen some more playing time with Herrera sidelined. The 27-year-old was hitting .270/.319/.381 with […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Returns Against Pirates

Texas Rangers third baseman Asdrubal Cabrera (calf) is back in the starting lineup and is hitting seventh on Tuesday against Pirates starting pitcher Jordan Lyles. Cabrera missed a few games with a minor calf injury. He's batting just .237 on the season but does have six home runs and 17 RBI in 76 at-bats for […]

Robinson Cano Remains Out Tuesday

New York Mets second baseman Robinson Cano (hand) remains out of the starting lineup on Tuesday. X-rays came back negative after Cano was hit by a pitch on Sunday, so consider him day-to-day for now. Jeff McNeil is starting at the keystone and is batting leadoff on Tuesday against Reds starting pitcher Luis Castillo. McNeil […]