Max Scherzer to Face Live Hitters in Game Setting This Weekend

The Athletic's Mitch Bannon writes that the next step for Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Max Scherzer (thumb) is a minor-league rehab game in the rookie-level Florida Complex League or a simulated game in Florida this weekend. Scherzer threw almost 40 pitches to live hitters on Tuesday and continues to progress in his rehab from a […]

Andres Gimenez Activated and Starting on Tuesday

The Toronto Blue Jays activated infielder Andres Gimenez (quadriceps) and catcher Tyler Heineman (concussion) from the injured list on Tuesday, according to Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith. In corresponding moves, the Blue Jays designated infielder Michael Stefanic and catcher Ali Sanchez for assignment. Gimenez is starting at second base and batting ninth on Tuesday against Philadelphia Phillies […]

Bryce Harper Back in Tuesday's Lineup

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (elbow) is back at first base and is hitting third in Tuesday's series opener in Canada against the hosting Toronto Blue Jays and right-hander Bowden Francis. It's the first time Harper has played since being hit by a pitch on his elbow last Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves. Fantasy […]

Kyle Tucker Out With Finger Injury

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker (finger) is sitting out Tuesday's series opener against the hosting Washington Nationals in D.C. after jamming his right ring finger in Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. X-rays came back for any fractures, though, and Tucker will get an extra day off after a travel day on Monday. It's the […]

Marcelo Mayer Sitting Against a Left-Hander

Boston Red Sox rookie infielder Marcelo Mayer is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest against the visiting Los Angeles Angels with left-hander Yusei Kikuchi on the mound. Abraham Toro will make the start at the hot corner and will bat fifth against Kikuchi, who he has hit .125 against in just eight career […]

Marlins Place Max Meyer on 15-Day Injured List With Hip Impingement

The Miami Marlins placed right-hander Max Meyer (hip) on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with a left-hip impingement and recalled right-hander George Soriano from Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move. It remains to be seen if Meyer will be ready to come off the IL when he's eligible in a few weeks on June […]

Ezequiel Tovar Out on Tuesday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar (ribs) is absent from the team's starting lineup for Tuesday's contest in Miami against the Marlins. Orlando Arcia will take over at the 6 and bat sixth against Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara. Tovar was pulled from Monday's win over the Fish as a precaution with an injury to his left […]

Nick Gonzales Comes Off Injured List, in Starting Lineup on Tuesday

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced on Tuesday that they reinstated infielder Nick Gonzales (ankle) from the 60-day injured list and optioned infielder/outfielder Nick Solak to Triple-A Indianapolis in a corresponding move. Additionally, right-hander Kyle Nicolas was recalled from Indianapolis. Gonzales is back at second base and is hitting sixth on Tuesday against the visiting Houston Astros […]

Jorbit Vivas Sent to Triple-A

The New York Yankees announced on Tuesday that they optioned infield prospect Jorbit Vivas to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to make room for infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (oblique) returning from the 10-day injured list. Vivas, the team's No. 19 prospect per MLB Pipeline, will head back to the farm after hitting just .156 (7-for-45) with a home […]

Luke Weaver Officially Lands on 15-Day Injured List

The New York Yankees officially announced on Tuesday that they placed right-handed reliever Luke Weaver (hamstring) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to June 1) with a left-hamstring strain and recalled right-hander Yerry De los Santos from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in a corresponding move. Weaver injured his hamstring warming up before Sunday's win over the Los […]

Ryne Nelson Taking Vacant Rotation Spot in Arizona

Arizona Sports' John Gambadoro reports that Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Ryne Nelson will return to the starting rotation with right-hander Corbin Burnes (elbow) going on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday. There's a chance Burnes could have to miss the rest of the 2025 season after injuring his right elbow in his last start on Sunday […]

Corbin Burnes Officially Placed on Injured List

The Arizona Diamondbacks officially placed right-hander Corbin Burnes (elbow) on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with right-elbow inflammation and recalled left-hander Tommy Henry from Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move, according to Arizona Sports' John Gambadoro. With Burnes potentially missing significant time, potentially for the rest of the season, right-hander Ryne Nelson will jump […]

Zach Agnos Placed on Bereavement List

The Colorado Rockies announced on Tuesday that they placed rookie right-handed reliever Zach Agnos on the bereavement list and recalled right-hander Angel Chivilli from Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move. Agnos will be away from the team for at least a couple days and probably won't rejoin the club until Friday for their series opener […]

Corbin Burnes Going for Second Opinion

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Corbin Burnes (elbow) is going for a second opinion on his injured right elbow on Thursday or Friday after initial tests were inconclusive, according to Arizona Sports' John Gambadoro. Burnes left his last start on Sunday against the Washington Nationals in the fifth inning in a good amount of pain, leading many […]

Alex Bregman "Feeling Better"

Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (quadriceps) is making good progress due to a right-quadriceps injury that landed him on the 10-day injured list on May 24. "Getting treatment, feeling better. Good to see him around. Obviously helping everybody. But in good spirits. So it was a good week for him," manager Alex Cora […]

Jasson Dominguez Won't Play on Tuesday Due to Thumb Swelling

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that outfielder Jasson Dominguez (thumb) will not be in the lineup on Tuesday against the visiting Cleveland Guardians due to swelling in his left thumb. Boone said there is some uncertainty around the injury, and Dominguez will be checked by trainers. The 22-year-old switch-hitter jammed his thumb on […]

Devin Williams to do Most of the Closing Now

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that right-handed reliever Devin Williams will do most of the closing while righty Luke Weaver (hamstring) is sidelined. Weaver, who took over closing duties from Williams early in the season, strained his hamstring on Sunday and could be out for anywhere from four to six weeks. Boone also […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. to be in Tuesday's Lineup

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (oblique) will come off the 10-day injured list and be in the starting lineup on Tuesday for the contest against the Cleveland Guardians for the first time since April 29. Chisholm will be facing Guardians right-hander Tanner Bibee. The 27-year-old left-handed hitter is […]

Jose Urena Signs With Dodgers

Free-agent right-hander Jose Urena signed an undisclosed deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers and will be in L.A. on Tuesday night for the second game of a series against the visiting New York Mets, according to the New York Post's Jon Heyman. Although the Dodgers' starting rotation is beat up, Urena is expected to function […]

Mookie Betts to Return on Tuesday Night

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (toe) is on track to return for Game 2 of the series against the visiting New York Mets on Tuesday, according to manager Dave Roberts. Before Monday's series-opening loss to New York, Betts fielding ground balls, ran the bases and took batting practice. Barring a setback, he'll be back […]

Tanner Engstrand Expected to Bring Lions Flavor to Jets Offense

New York Jets first-time offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand, who is the Jets' 10th offensive coordinator and 11th play-caller in the last 15 seasons, will have added pressure in New York with head coach Aaron Glenn being defensive-minded. ESPN's Rich Cimini writes that the offense will have a Lions flavor to it, from scheme to coaching, […]

C.J. Stroud Dealing With "General Soreness"

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud is not throwing at organized team activities on Tuesday due to what head coach DeMeco Ryans called "general soreness." "There are no concerns with CJ. Just general soreness. Taking extra precautions," Ryans said. The head coach declined to answer if Stroud had any work done on his right shoulder in […]

Commanders Expect Jayden Daniels to be Better in 2025

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels immediately established himself as one of the NFL's top QBs in his first season in the league in 2024, but the Commanders expect him to be even better in his sophomore season. "Just watching him move around, he's not thinking as much, he's playing fast and letting his natural gifts […]

Braelon Allen Could Have Significant Role in Offense

SI.com's Albert Breer thinks that New York Jets running back Braelon Allen could have a significant role in the team's offense this year alongside Breece Hall. In his first year in the NFL in 2024, Allen had 92 carries for 334 yards (3.6 yards per carry) and two touchdowns, adding 19 receptions on 27 targets […]

Titans Pleased With Cam Ward's Progress

The Tennessee Titans have been pleased with rookie first-round quarterback Cam Ward's progress this offseason as he learns the offense. "Pleased with where he's at," head coach Brian Callahan said. The head coach also said that Ward is picking things up pretty quickly as far as the mental part of the transition to the NFL. […]

Gabe Davis to Visit With Steelers on Thursday

Former Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Gabe Davis (knee) is scheduled to visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday, sources tell ESPN's Adam Schefter. Davis was released by the Jaguars on May 7 after tearing his meniscus in Week 11 against the Detroit Lions. The 26-year-old has also visited with the New York […]

Steelers Not Expected to Trade for Jonnu Smith

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been seeking additional receiving help after trading wideout George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys. They have inquired about Miami Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith, who is seeking a contract extension after a career year in 2024, but they are not expected to trade for him, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The […]

Jalen Ramsey's Future is at Safety?

SI.com's Albert Breer thinks that Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey's value now is at safety. Ramsey can still be a very good cornerback, but any team looking to trade for the veteran defensive back is likely looking to move him to safety in the long term. "I think that's a safe landing spot to put […]

Falcons Fully Invested in Developing Michael Penix Jr.

The Atlanta Falcons are completely focused on developing former first-round quarterback Michael Penix Jr., according to SI.com's Albert Breer. Last year, the Falcons were locked into having veteran Kirk Cousins under center, but now they are putting their offense together in a way that will best fit Penix. The 25-year-old second-year signal-caller has proven to […]

Patriots Don't Plan on Releasing Stefon Diggs

The New England Patriots have no plans to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs (knee), according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Diggs showed up for voluntary organized team activities this week in light of recent negative off-the-field publicity, and the Patriots have high hopes for him this year despite the fact he tore his ACL in […]