Connor Norby Called Back Up To Majors

Miami Marlins second base prospect Connor Norby is getting called back up to the big leagues. Norby was traded to the Marlins at this year's deadline and was then sent down to Triple-A, but after slashing .263/.300/.368 in 13 games the Marlins are bringing him up to the majors. Norby wasn't good in his two […]

Tarik Skubal Solid Against Yankees, Could Have Workload Managed

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal was solid against the New York Yankees on Sunday, tossing six innings of one-run ball in a no-decision. Skubal allowed just three hits and struck out five, but his control was a little off as he walked four. The Cy Young favorite hasn't shown any signs of slowing down […]

Justyn-Henry Malloy Optioned To Triple-A

The Detroit Tigers have sent third baseman/outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy back to Triple-A Toledo after the 24-year-old slashed .217/.304/.394 in 204 plate appearances for the Tigers. With Riley Greene coming off the injured list on Sunday, Malloy didn't have an everyday spot with the team, and sending him back to the minors where he will get […]

Kenta Maeda Pitches Well In Bulk Role

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Kenta Maeda had one of his best outings of the year on Thursday, going 5 ⅔ innings of shutout ball against the Seattle Mariners. Maeda came in after opener Alex Faedo allowed a run in the first inning, but the veteran shut down the M's into the seventh, keeping his team […]

JJ Bleday Keeps Rolling In August

Oakland Athletics outfielder JJ Bleday had a monster day at the dish on Thursday, going 3-for-5 with a grand slam. Bleday also walked, scored two runs, and stole a base to add to his line. Bleday's grand slam came off southpaw Jose Quintana, making it even more impressive for the lefty. The 26-year-old has been […]

Zach Eflin Continues Dominating With Orioles

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Zach Eflin had another great start on Thursday, tossing six innings of one-run ball against the Boston Red Sox while picking up his fourth consecutive win. Eflin struck out eight while walking none and allowed just five hits in the contest. It has been a night-and-day difference for Eflin since being […]

Jackson Chourio Keeps Crushing

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio continued his hot stretch at the plate on Thursday, going 2-for-4 with a two-run homer and a double in a 6-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Chourio started the season slow, but has posted an OPS of .897, .876, and .935 in June, July, and August respectively. He appears […]

Alexis Diaz Shuts Down Brewers On Sunday

Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz slammed the door on the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, picking up his 23rd save in a 4-3 win. Diaz was tasked with protecting the one-run lead in the ninth and did so easily, punching out a pair while throwing a perfect frame. After a rough first half of May, Diaz […]

Cristopher Sanchez Implodes Against D-Backs

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez had a rough outing on Sunday, allowing seven runs in 4 ⅔ IP while taking the loss in a 12-5 route. Sanchez was smacked around good in this one, allowing 12 hits. He also walked two and struck out four. After a terrific first half where he made the […]

Byron Buxton Hits Pair Of Homers

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton went 2-for-4 with a pair of homers and three RBI in a 5-3 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. Buxton hit his 15th homer in the second inning and then knocked his 16th in the eighth. The 30-year-old has been terrific since late June and has managed to stay on the […]

Jeremy Pena Smacks Homer, Swipes Bag On Sunday

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena hit his 10th homer and stole his 13th base on Sunday, leading the Astros to a 10-2 win over the Boston Red Sox. Pena finished the day 3-for-5 and added a double, two runs, and two RBI. It was a nice day for the 26-year-old, but he's struggled mightily recently, […]

Luis Castillo Throws Sixth Consecutive Quality Start

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Luis Castillo dominated the Mets on Sunday, tossing six innings of one-run ball while striking out nine. Castillo allowed just four hits and two walks in this one. The 31-year-old has been a consistent presence all year, but he's been especially good since the start of July, racking up four wins, […]

Cal Raleigh Crushes Pair Of Homers, Drives In Five

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh had a huge night at the dish on Sunday Night Baseball, going 3-for-4 with a pair of homers and five RBI in a 12-1 thumping of the New York Mets. Raleigh homered in the fifth and sixth frames, in which the Mariners scored nine runs to effectively finish off the […]

David Bednar's Struggles Continue On Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar took another blown save and a loss on Thursday, allowing three runs to the San Diego Padres in what eventually was a 7-6 loss. Bednar just didn't have it tonight, as he allowed two hits and two walks while only recording two outs. Bednar had gotten back to form after […]

Bryan Woo Punches Out Seven

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryan Woo turned in a solid start on Thursday, allowing three runs over 6 ⅔ IP against the Detroit Tigers. Woo allowed five hits and walked one while striking out a season-high seven. It was an encouraging start for Woo, who generated eight whiffs on his fastball and a 32% CSW […]

Kevin Gausman Shines In Win Over O's

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman tossed a gem on Thursday, pitching eight innings of two-run ball in a 7-6 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Gausman allowed just three hits and three walks but only struck out two. It's been a bizarre season for the 33-year-old, who has an inflated ERA at 4.42 and […]

Carlos Estevez Notches First Save With Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Carlos Estevez grabbed his first save with the club on Thursday, working the ninth inning to preserve a 6-4 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Estevez did allow two hits and a run in this one, but he managed to escape without too much damage done. This was a very conventional save […]

TJ Friedl Smacks Another Homer On Thursday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder TJ Friedl went 2-for-4 with his seventh homer in Thursday's 10-4 win over the Miami Marlins. Friedl took Kyle Tyler deep in the first inning, then delivered a pair of RBIs later in the game on a single and a hit-by-pitch. He was a little slow to get back into things after […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Continues Ridiculous Stretch

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was at it again on Thursday, going 3-for-4 with a homer, a triple, and a double in a 7-6 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Vladdy also drove in four and scored two runs to round out his line. He also extended his hitting streak to 20 games. […]

Walker Buehler Looks Good In Final Rehab Start

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler (hip) made his third and final minor-league rehab start on Thursday, working 5 1/3 innings and tossing 85 pitches for Triple-A Oklahoma City. The 30-year-old looked good in this one, allowing just one hit and one run while striking out five and walking three. Buehler has been recovering […]

Hunter Harvey Finishes Off Tigers, Stakes Claim To Closer Role

Kansas City Royals reliever Hunter Harvey tossed a shutout frame to pick up his first save of the season on Sunday in a 3-2 win over the Detroit Tigers. Harvey allowed just a hit while striking out one. It appears as though the Royals are ready to turn to Harvey in the ninth, as he […]

Anthony Banda Collects First Save On Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Anthony Banda threw a clean ninth inning to preserve a 3-2 win over the Oakland Athletics and pick up his first save of the season. The lefty struck out one and needed just 12 pitches to finish off the A's. It is yet another interesting development in the Dodger's closer […]

Roansy Contreras Nets Second Save

Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitcher Roansy Contreras threw a perfect ninth inning to secure his second save of the season in a 3-2 win over the New York Mets on Sunday. Contreras set down the bottom of the Mets order with a pair of strikeouts and a flyout. While this usage is a little bit […]

Max Fried Can't Find Control In First Start Off IL

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried made his first start since July 11 on Sunday, but didn't have his usual stuff and took the loss in a 7-0 defeat against the Miami Marlins. Fried allowed five runs on four hits and a whopping five walks in 3 ⅓ IP. He did manage to strike out […]

Spencer Arrighetti Punches Out Career-High 12 Batters

Houston Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti had a stellar performance on Sunday, striking out 12 over six one-run innings against the Tampa Bay Rays. He allowed just five hits and two walks. Unfortunately, he took the loss as the Astros were unable to generate any offense. Arrighetti has shown flashes of brilliance in his rookie […]

Matt Waldron Strikes Out Seven To Earn Win

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Matt Waldron had a solid start on Sunday, tossing 5 ⅔ innings of one-run ball in a 10-2 defeat of the Colorado Rockies. Waldron struck out seven while allowing just two hits and two walks. He had his knuckleball working in this one, tossing it 44% of the time while […]

Gunnar Henderson Smashes Homer, Scores Three Times

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer on Sunday, leading the O's to a 9-5 win over the Cleveland Guardians. Henderson also scored three times. The 23-year-old has been sensational for most of the season, but July was a bit mediocre as Henderson had a .751 OPS and managed only two […]

Jarren Duran Finishes Triple Short Of Cycle, Swipes Two Bags On Sunday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran did it all on Sunday, going 3-for-4 with a homer, a double, and two stolen bases in a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers. Duran added a walk, a run scored, and two RBI to round out his stellar line. It's just another great performance from one of the […]

Yandy Diaz Leaves Game Early With Bruised Wrist

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz was taken out of Sunday's game against the Houston Astros early after fielding a hard-hit grounder that struck him in the left wrist. Diaz stayed in the game directly after but eventually had to come out. Fortunately, the X-rays came back negative and the Rays are considering Diaz […]

Jose Ramirez Hits Fourth Homer In Three Days

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez continued his hot stretch at the plate on Thursday, going 2-for-3 with a homer and a double in a 10-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He added a double, two runs, and three RBI. Ramirez has busted out of a mini-slump in July with four homers and eight RBI […]