Raisel Iglesias Nails Down Fourth Save

Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias picked up his fourth save of the season on Friday night, preserving a 4-1 win over the Miami Marlins. Iglesias pitched a scoreless ninth for the save, allowing just one hit in the frame. The young right-hander has posted a 1.98 ERA, four saves in five chances, and a 15/8 […]

Byron Buxton Tests Injured Toe On Friday

Updating a previous report, Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton did, in fact, test out his fractured left big toe on Friday. Buxton ran on the toe for the first time since he fouled a ball off of it a few weeks ago. The speedy outfielder was accompanied by team trainer Tony Leo as he ran […]

Tanner Rainey Recalled By Reds

The Cincinnati Reds recalled right-hander Tanner Rainey from Triple-A Louisville on Friday. Rainey will take the roster spot vacated by Amir Garrett, who was placed on the bereavement list on Thursday. Rainey made two appearances with the Reds earlier in 2018, allowing seven runs in two innings while striking out two. Rainey is a former […]

Scooter Gennett Still Out Friday

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett (shoulder) is still out of the lineup on Friday. Gennett hasn't made a start since last Sunday after coming down with a sore shoulder, which has been affecting his throwing. He is not having any trouble swinging the bat, as he's made several pinch-hitting appearances throughout the week. The […]

Byron Buxton Will Try To Run Friday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) will attempt to run on his fractured big toe on Friday, the first time he will run since the injury. Buxton has been slowly ramping up activity, as he is with the team on their road trip and has been hitting in the cage over the past few days. […]

Nick Senzel Dealt With Dizziness On Thursday Evening

Cincinnati Reds top prospect Nick Senzel wasn't feeling good and experienced some dizziness on Thursday evening, according to reports. This is especially of note because Senzel had his 2017 season cut short due to vertigo. The team plans to monitor Senzel closely over the upcoming few days and see how he progresses. Senzel has appeared […]

Jake Odorizzi Strikes Out Eight, Struggles Otherwise

Minnesota Twins right-hander Jake Odorizzi struggled against the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. Odorizzi was unable to hold onto an early four-run lead, coughing up five runs (three earned) to the White Sox. Odorizzi finished with eight strikeouts and two walks in 5 1/3 innings of work while taking a no-decision. On the season, Odorizzi […]

Logan Morrison Falls A Triple Shy Of The Cycle

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Logan Morrison turned in a big game at the plate on Thursday. Morrison went 3-for-4 with a single, a double, a homer, two runs and two RBI, falling just a triple shy of hitting for the cycle. Morrison got off to a painfully slow start for the Twins in 2018 but […]

Amir Garrett To Bereavement List

The Cincinnati Reds placed left-hander Amir Garrett on the bereavement list on Thursday. They have not announced who will replace him, but his spot will be filled prior to Friday night's game. Garrett has been excellent in a relief role this season, posting a 2.04 ERA, 19 strikeouts, and two walks in 17 2/3 innings […]

Luis Castillo Turns In Quality Start

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo turned in a quality start against the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday. Castillo pitched six innings of two-run ball, striking out seven and scattering nine hits. He wound up taking the hard-luck loss as his offense only gave him one run of support. Things have not gone as planned for Castillo […]

Fernando Romero Wins First MLB Start

Minnesota Twins right-hander Fernando Romero made his MLB debut on Thursday, holding the Toronto Blue Jays scoreless over 5 2/3 innings of work. Romero allowed four hits while walking three and striking out five. Romero was called up earlier in the week and took the spot in the starting rotation which was previously held by […]

Trevor May Throws 46 Pitches Wednesday

Minnesota Twins right-hander Trevor May (elbow) threw three innings and 46 pitches in an extended Spring Training session on Wednesday, signaling May's first live action in over a calendar year. May underwent Tommy John surgery in March of 2017 and continues to work his way back to the mound. If all goes well, May is […]

Byron Buxton Hitting In Batting Cages; Still Not Running

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) is planning to travel with the team on their upcoming road trip so he can continue to rehab his fractured toe. Buxton was also able to hit in the batting cages on Wednesday, although he still hasn't run on the toe. Buxton has been sidelined since he fouled a […]

Billy Hamilton Picks Up Two Hits

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Billy Hamilton came through for his team on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Brewers, going 2-for-4. This was a much-needed performance for Hamilton, who had been really struggling heading into the game on Tuesday night, posting just a .225 on-base percentage and striking out 15 times in his last 36 at-bats. On the […]

Nick Senzel Fine After Shoulder Issue

Cincinnati Reds prospect Nick Senzel is fine after being scratched from the lineup earlier in the week with a shoulder issue. Senzel had jammed his left shoulder and wound up missing a few games for Triple-A Louisville. Senzel returned to the lineup on Monday and promptly hit an inside-the-park home run while adding a stolen […]

Ervin Santana Throws Off A Mound Tuesday

Minnesota Twins right-hander Ervin Santana (finger) threw 15 pitches off a mound on Tuesday in Fort Myers, Florida, the first time he threw off of a mound since undergoing finger surgery in February. This is a big step in the right direction for Santana as he works his way back to the big leagues. Manager […]

Jason Castro Dealing With Minor Knee Issue

Minnesota Twins catcher Jason Castro is dealing with a minor knee tweak, according to reports. According to manager Paul Molitor, Castro is "beat up" after tweaking his knee during the team's most recent road trip. Despite the issue, there is said to be nothing structurally wrong with the knee, meaning it is most likely just […]

Byron Buxton Unable To Run Tuesday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) was unable to run on Tuesday as he attempts to make his way back to the field. Buxton is dealing with a hairline fracture in his big toe, an injury which he suffered after fouling a ball off his foot during a rehab assignment. For now, Buxton's running has […]

Scooter Gennett's MRI Comes Back Clean

An MRI on the shoulder of Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett showed no serious issues. "There's definitely some inflammation in there, but nothing serious. It was good news for the most part," said Gennett. Gennett has been dealing with a sore shoulder for much of the first month of the season, an issue which […]

Brandon Finnegan Allows Three Runs Monday

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Brandon Finnegan turned in a decent outing against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday. He allowed three runs over five innings, striking out two and walking three. All of the damage off of Finnegan came via the long ball, as he allowed a solo shot to catcher Manny Pina and a two-run blast […]

Michael Pineda Still Working On Rehab

Minnesota Twins right-hander Michael Pineda (elbow) made an appearance at Target Field on Monday as he continues his rehab from Tommy John surgery. Pineda was in Minnesota to work on his conditioning with the other pitchers after he took two weeks off from throwing. Pineda has an outside chance at being ready to pitch by […]

Scooter Gennett Goes For MRI On Shoulder

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett went for an MRI on his tender right shoulder on Monday. He is still waiting for the results, but in the meantime, Gennett won't play the field anytime soon as he won't be allowed to throw for at least a few more days. Gennett served as the team's designated […]

Byron Buxton Has Not Tested Toe

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) has not resumed running yet after he fractured his left big toe after fouling off a pitch during a rehab game eight days ago. The injury is disappointing, as it put Buxton's comeback from migraines on hold. For now, Buxton can be considered day-to-day as he tries to work […]

Twins Call Up Fernando Romero; Phil Hughes To Bullpen

The Minnesota Twins will call up right-hander Fernando Romero and send right-hander Phil Hughes to the bullpen to make room for the rookie in the rotation. Hughes missed most of April after suffering an oblique strain during spring training and has made just two starts in 2018, posting a 7.71 ERA in seven innings of […]

Browns Make Several Roster Moves Monday

The Cleveland Browns made several roster moves on the Monday after the NFL draft. Cleveland signed quarterback Joel Stave, the former University of Wisconsin signal-caller who has bounced around the league. Since entering the NFL in 2016, Stave has been on the practice squad of five different teams, including the Kansas City Chiefs when current […]

Vance McDonald To Be A Big Part Of Offense In 2018

ESPN senior NFL writer Jeremy Fowler believes that Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald will be a big part of the team's offense in 2018. Fowler cites the fact that the Steelers did not address the position in the NFL draft, which leaves McDonald to compete with Jesse James for targets at the position. McDonald […]

Jose Berrios Lasts Just Three Innings Sunday

Minnesota Twins right-hander Jose Berrios struggled against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. Berrios lasted just three innings, allowing four runs while walking three and failing to record a strikeout. This marks the second straight rough outing for Berrios, who has now allowed nine runs over his past two starts. Berrios got off to a fantastic […]

Eugenio Suarez Continues Hot Hitting

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez continued his hot hitting on Sunday against the Minnesota Twins. Suarez went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI to help lead his team to victory. Suarez, who missed just over two weeks with a fractured thumb, has been hitting well since returning to the lineup. In 18 at-bats […]

Tyler Mahle Dominates Twins Sunday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Tyler Mahle turned in an excellent outing against the Minnesota Twins on Sunday. Mahle pitched 6 1/3 innings of one-run ball, striking out seven and walking just two. This registers as Mahle's second consecutive strong outing as he's allowed just four runs over his last two starts while posting 18 strikeouts. On […]

Miguel Cabrera Leaves With Biceps Spasm

The Detroit Tigers removed Miguel Cabrera from Sunday's game due to a biceps spasm. The Tigers have yet to update Cabrera's injury, so, for now, he can be considered questionable for Monday. Cabrera was hitless in two at-bats on Sunday and gave way to Niko Goodrum at first base. Expect more news on Cabrera's biceps […]