Jose Peraza Hits Leadoff Homer Thursday

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jose Peraza made the most of his chance to bat leadoff on Thursday. With normal leadoff batter Scott Schebler getting a day off, Peraza assumed the leadoff spot and went 2-for-4 with a solo homer, a leadoff shot. Peraza is now batting .273 with four homers, 44 runs, 23 RBI, and 14 […]

Twins Could Be Sellers At Trade Deadline

According to a report on MLB.com, the Minnesota Twins could be sellers at the trade deadline if they don't start picking up ground on the AL Central-leading Cleveland Indians. The Twins currently sit eight games behind the Indians for the division lead. The team could be willing to listen to offers on second baseman Brian […]

Logan Morrison Hits Ninth Homer

Minnesota Twins first baseman/designated hitter Logan Morrison went 2-for-5 with a double, a solo homer, and two runs scored in his team's 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. Morrison launched what was his ninth homer of the season in the seventh inning to give the Twins a 1-0 lead. The veteran slugger […]

Jorge Polanco Working Towards Return From Suspension

Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco hit a home run in his first start at shortstop in suspension rehab at Class A Fort Myers on Tuesday. Polanco is first eligible to be reinstated on July 5 after serving an 80-game suspension for violating MLB's drug policy. Eduardo Escobar has filled in exceptionally at shortstop for Polanco […]

Joey Votto Ejected In First Inning

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto was ejected for arguing a called strike in the first inning of Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Votto took exception to what he felt was a bad strike-three call and got animated pretty quickly in arguing with home plate umpire Carlos Torres. Votto finishes the game 0-for-1 with […]

Brian Dozier Hits 11th Homer

Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier went 1-for-4 with a solo homer on Tuesday. The homer gives Dozier 11 on the season, to go along with a .221/.301/.398 slash line, 45 runs, 31 RBI, and four steals. It has been a disappointing season for the All-Star second baseman, who is scheduled to become a free […]

Scooter Gennett Scores Three Times

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett turned in another strong game for his team on Tuesday. Gennett went 2-for-3 with a double, three runs, one RBI, and one steal in his team's 5-3 win over the Atlanta Braves. The big game gives Gennett a robust .334/.374/.533 slash line to go along with 13 homers, 44 […]

Amir Garrett Leaves Game Early

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Amir Garrett left Tuesday's game after getting hit on the left knee by a grounder off the bat of Ender Inciarte. Garrett threw just six pitches, logging just one-third of an inning. The Reds got good news, however, as X-rays on Garrett's left leg came back negative. He has been diagnosed with […]

Ervin Santana To Begin Rehab Assignment Saturday

Minnesota Twins right-hander Ervin Santana (finger) completed a successful live bullpen session on Tuesday. The veteran right-hander is now scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Class A Fort Myers this Saturday. Santana has been on the disabled list all season after undergoing surgery on his right middle finger in February. It remains to be […]

Nick Chubb Could Win Starting RB Job

According to ESPN.com's Pat McManamon, Cleveland Browns rookie Nick Chubb could win the starting running back job coming out of training camp. Many have expected veteran running back Carlos Hyde to open the season as the starter with Chubb spelling him as needed and possibly taking over in the second half of the season. According […]

Le'Veon Bell, Steelers Closer On Contract Extension

According to a report from NFL.com's Chris Wesseling, the Pittsburgh Steelers and running back Le'Veon Bell are "a lot closer than last year" in their contract talks. Bell himself told reporters that he is optimistic about reaching a contract, which would allow him to arrive at training camp on time after sitting out of the […]

Jose Peraza Drives In Two Sunday

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jose Peraza went for 1-for-3 with two RBI and a walk against the Chicago Cubs on Sunday. The young infielder is now batting .269 with a .648 OPS, two homers, 40 runs, 21 RBI, and 13 steals on the season. Peraza never quite broke out like many hoped he would before the […]

Joey Votto Picks Up Three Hits On Sunday

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto turned in a strong game against the Chicago Cubs on Sunday. Votto went 3-for-4 at the plate with a double and one RBI in his team's 8-6 win over Chicago. The veteran first baseman has been on a hot streak of late, picking up six hits in his past […]

Arodys Vizcaino Heading To DL

The Atlanta Braves placed closer Arodys Vizcaino (shoulder) on the 10-day disabled list on Sunday. Vizcaino, dealing with inflammation in his right (throwing) shoulder, hasn't pitched since July 17. The Atlanta closer has posted a 2-2 record, 15 saves, 1.82 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, and 33 strikeouts in 29 2/3 innings of work this season. With […]

Anthony DeSclafani Picks Up Third Win

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Anthony DeSclafani turned in a solid start against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. DeSclafani held the Cubs to two runs in 6 1/3 innings of work, striking out three and walking four. The right-hander allowed just three hits, although two of those hits were solo homers. DeSclafani has been solid since being […]

Scott Schebler Activated From Bereavement List

The Cincinnati Reds activated outfielder Scott Schebler from the bereavement list on Sunday and optioned utility man Phil Ervin to Triple-A Louisville. Schebler was placed on the bereavement list on Thursday, missing the Reds' past three games. The veteran outfielder had been hot at the plate prior, hitting .314 with four homers, 15 runs, and […]

Joey Votto Blasts Three-Run Homer Saturday

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto went 1-for-4 with two runs and a three-run homer on Saturday against the Chicago Cubs. Votto is now slashing .299/.427/.459 with eight homers, 41 runs, 40 RBI, and one steal on the year. While the veteran continues to get on base at a high rate, his power stroke has […]

Logan Morrison Launches Two-Run Shot

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Logan Morrison went 1-for-5 on Saturday with a two-run homer off of Texas Rangers starter Yovani Gallardo. Morrison has scuffled in his first season with the Twins, batting just .190 with eight homers, 27 runs, 27 RBI, and one steal. The veteran slugger continues to deal with some bad luck on […]

Nick Senzel Will Miss The Rest Of The Season

The Cincinnati Reds organization was dealt a blow on Saturday when they found that they have lost top prospect Nick Senzel (finger) for the remainder of the season. Senzel tore a tendon in his right index finger on Friday while playing for the Triple-A Louisville Bats. Senzel played 44 games with Louisville in 2018, posting […]

Jose Peraza Out Of Lineup Saturday

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jose Peraza will get a day of rest on Saturday as his team gets set to take on the Chicago Cubs. Peraza will be replaced at shortstop by Alex Blandino, who will bat leadoff. Peraza is hitting .268 with 13 stolen bases this season. Expect him to be back in the lineup […]

Joe Mauer Drives In One On Friday

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer went 1-for-4 with an RBI double to drive in his team's lone run in an 8-1 loss to the Texas Rangers on Friday. Mauer missed almost a month with a concussion but has returned as the team's leadoff batter. On the season, Mauer is hitting .269 with a .731 […]

Eugenio Suarez Hits 16th Homer Friday

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer in his team's 6-3 win over the Chicago Cubs on Friday. Suarez connected for his two-run shot in the fifth inning off of Chicago starter Jose Quintana for his 16th homer of the season. Suarez is putting together an All-Star season at the […]

Nick Senzel Leaves Early With Finger Injury

Cincinnati Reds top prospect Nick Senzel left Friday night's game for Triple-A Louisville after injuring his right index finger. According to reports, the team will examine him again on Saturday. Senzel apparently hurt his finger while in the field during the first inning, although the exact cause of the injury is unknown at this time. […]

Ervin Santana Completes Another Bullpen Session

Minnesota Twins right-hander Ervin Santana (finger) completed another 35-pitch bullpen session on Friday. The veteran right-hander threw as shortstop Jorge Polanco stood in and took some swings. Santana did the same this past Tuesday and is scheduled to throw again Monday of next week. The right-handed hurler has been sidelined since having finger surgery in […]

Scooter Gennett Out Of Friday's Lineup

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett is not in the team's lineup on Friday for their game against the Chicago Cubs. Alex Blandino will play second base and bat second in place of Gennett. This appears to be a regular day of rest for Gennett, who is batting .335 with 13 homers and 50 RBI […]

Eddie Rosario Returns, Eduardo Escobar Out Friday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (shoulder) will return to the lineup on Friday as his team opens a weekend series with the Texas Rangers. Rosario was scratched from Thursday's game with a sore shoulder. He is in left field and batting second. Third baseman/shortstop Eduardo Escobar is not in the lineup after he was hit […]

Browns To Ride The Hot Hand At RB

Cleveland Browns running backs coach Freddie Kitchens mentioned on Friday that the offensive staff plans to ride the hot hand at the running back position this upcoming season. The Browns have depth and versatility in the backfield with Carlos Hyde, Nick Chubb, and Duke Johnson all on the roster. Kitchens stated, “Ultimately, all three of […]

Jared Hughes Gets The Save Thursday

Cincinnati Reds reliever Jared Hughes picked up a four-out save against the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. Hughes worked out of a jam in the eighth inning and wound up closing out a 6-2 win for the Reds. Raisel Iglesias' fantasy owners have no reason to be concerned, as it was a four-run game by the […]

Eddie Rosario Expects To Play Friday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (shoulder) told reporters that he expects to return to the lineup on Friday. When asked, Rosario stated, "I'll play tomorrow - 100 percent." The outfielder was scratched from Thursday's game after coming down with a sore shoulder but it doesn't appear to be anything serious. Rosario is hitting .320 with […]

Brian Dozier Picks Up Two Doubles Wednesday

Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier went 2-for-4 with two doubles, a run, and one RBI in his team's 4-1 win over the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday. The two-baggers were Dozier's first since June 2. The All-Star second baseman has really struggled through most of the season and is slashing just .068/.180/.136 with one […]