Max Muncy Launches 32nd Homer

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy connected for his 32nd homer during a 3-0 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday. The two-time All-Star took Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove deep for a two-run blast during the third inning. Muncy has rebounded after a tough 2020 campaign, posting 32 HR, 81 RBI, 84 R, […]

Julio Urias Goes Seven Scoreless, Wins 17th Game

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias spun seven scoreless innings during a 3-0 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday. The 24-year-old was brilliant, allowing three hits and a walk while striking out seven across 94 pitches. The left-hander earned his major league-leading 17th win and has a 2.98 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and […]

Jake Cronenworth Fractures Finger

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth (finger) has been diagnosed with a small fracture on his left ring finger, according to manager Jayce Tingler. The 27-year-old was hit in the left hand by a changeup from Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias in the top of the third inning on Friday. The injury could […]

Mark Melancon Nails Down League-Leading 37th Save On Wednesday

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Mark Melancon worked a scoreless ninth inning to lock down an 8-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. The four-time All-Star was summoned to close the deal after the Angels put up four runs between the seventh and eighth innings. The 36-year-old has had a stellar 2021 campaign, […]

Joe Ryan Goes Seven Scoreless For Win On Wednesday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan authored a seven-inning gem during a 3-0 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday. The 25-year-old took a perfect game into the seventh inning before Indians infielder Amed Rosario broke up the bid with a single. Ryan, part of the Nelson Cruz trade, struck out four across 85 pitches. […]

Yu Darvish Strikes Out Seven In Win

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish spun six innings while striking out seven during an 8-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. The 34-year-old allowed just one run on three hits and a walk during the quality start. Darvish generated 31 CSW on 99 pitches, and also saw an increase in spin […]

Tony Gonsolin Tabbed As Starter For Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (shoulder) will be activated Thursday and get the start against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to manager Dave Roberts. The 27-year-old has battled shoulder inflammation this season, including two separate stints on the injured list, and has been on the shelf since July 31. The return of the […]

Jose Altuve Homers On Wednesday

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve went 1-for-5 with a solo homer during an 8-5 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday. The 31-year-old took Mariners starting pitcher Tyler Anderson deep during the fifth inning for his 27th homer of the season. After a rough 2020, the seven-time All-Star has rebounded this season, posting 27 […]

Mitch White Tabbed As Starter For Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Mitch White will get the ball for Wednesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to manager Dave Roberts. White will make his fourth straight start as the Dodgers continue to navigate the myriad of issues with the rotation. The 26-year-old was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City after placing outfielder AJ […]

Eloy Jimenez Day-To-Day With Knee Contusion

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (knee) was removed from Tuesday's game with a right knee contusion and is day-to-day, according to the team. White Sox outfielder Andrew Vaughn sent a foul ball into the dugout, striking Jimenez. While the scare was significant enough to remove the 24-year-old from the game, it seems the 24-year-old […]

Ozzie Albies Homers, Drives In Four

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies went 2-for-4 with a homer, two runs scored, four RBI, and a walk during an 8-5 victory over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday. The two-time All-Star connected for his 27th homer, a two-run shot, off of Nationals relief pitcher Ryne Harper during the seventh inning. The 24-year-old now has […]

Mike Zunino Homers Twice, Drives In Four

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino went 3-for-4 with two homers and four RBI during a 12-7 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday. The 2021 All-Star took Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez deep for a solo shot during the fourth inning and relief pitcher Michael Feliz during the sixth inning for a […]

Nelson Cruz Homers Twice, Drives In Four

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz went 4-for-5 with two homers, a double, three runs scored and four RBI during a 12-7 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday. The 41-year-old connected off of Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez during the third inning for a two-run blast and off of relief pitcher […]

Bryce Harper Launches 26th Homer on Monday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper went 2-for-5 with a homer, two runs, and two RBI during a 7-4 victory over the Washington Nationals on Monday. The six-time All-Star connected off of Nationals starting pitcher Josiah Gray for a two-run shot during the first inning. Harper has dominated the month of August, slashing .323/.444/.774 with 10 […]

Giovanny Gallegos Collects Save On Monday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Giovanny Gallegos earned his third save of the season on Monday during a 3-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds. The 30-year-old struck out one and only needed 14 pitches to nail down the victory. Given the struggles of All-Star closer Alex Reyes in the second half of the season, it […]

Paul Goldschmidt Goes Deep On Monday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt went 1-for-3 with a homer and two RBI during a 3-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Monday. The six-time All-Star took Reds starting pitcher Luis Castillo deep during the first inning for a two-run blast. The 33-year-old now has 22 homers, 79 RBI, 72 runs, and 10 […]

Casey Mize Takes Loss On Monday

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Casey Mize gave up three earned runs over six innings during a 3-2 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Monday. The 24-year-old allowed five hits and one walk while striking out four across 79 pitches. Monday's performance marked the first time Mize has pitched at least six innings since going seven […]

Brandon Lowe Hits 31st Homer on Monday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe went 2-for-3 with a homer, two RBI, two runs, and two walks during a 6-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Monday. Lowe led off the game with a solo shot off of Red Sox starting pitcher Nick Pivetta. The 27-year-old is in the midst of a career […]

Zack Wheeler Goes Eight, Gives Up Seven Runs

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler went eight innings striking out 10, but gave up seven runs in a 7-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday. The 31-year-old surrendered five earned runs on 10 hits and three homers, the big blow coming from Rays catcher Francisco Mejia with a three-run homer in the […]

Trevor Story Leaves Game Early With Leg Injury, Expected To Be Fine

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (leg) was removed from the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs in the bottom of the 10th inning after aggravating "a leg injury of some kind," according to manager Bud Black. Story believes he'll be fine but will surely go through treatment and testing to assess the […]

Brandon Woodruff Goes Six, Strikes Out 10 On Wednesday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff struck out 10 across six scoreless innings during a 4-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday. The two-time All-Star was stellar, generating 30 CSW while allowing just four singles on 104 pitches. The Brew Crew ace is now 8-7 with a 2.38 ERA, 0.93 WHIP, and 177 strikeouts […]

Brandon Lowe Launches 30th Homer on Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe went 1-for-5 with a solo homer during a 7-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. He took Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler during the fifth inning for his 30th HR of the season, a career-high. The 2019 All-Star is slashing .235/.340/.504 with 30 HR, 76 RBI, 77 runs, […]

Kris Bryant Slugs 23rd Homer on Wednesday

San Francisco Giants third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant went 1-for-4 with a solo homer and two runs scored during a 3-2 win over the New York Mets on Wednesday. The 29-year-old took Mets starting pitcher Taijuan Walker deep during the fifth inning for his 23rd HR of the season. The four-time All-Star is hitting .273/.325/.532 with […]

Gio Urshela Expected To Rejoin Yankees On Thursday

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (hamstring) is expected to be activated off the injured list on Thursday. The 29-year-old has been on the shelf since August 1 with a hamstring strain, including a setback during his initial rehab stint. Urshela will reclaim his spot at third base, and join the Yankees in Oakland […]

Konner Wade Optioned To Triple-A Norfolk

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Konner Wade was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk following a 14-8 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday. The 29-year-old was shelled during Tuesday's game, allowing five earned runs, six hits, and two walks across 1 1/3 innings. The right-hander has an 11.42 ERA, 2.08 WHIP, and six strikeouts through 8 […]

Tejay Antone Leaves Game With Apparent Injury

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Tejay Antone (undisclosed) left Tuesday's game versus the Milwaukee Brewers with an apparent injury. The 27-year-old was activated from the injured list on Tuesday after being placed with a right forearm strain on June 26. Antone lasted only five pitches before leaving the game with a trainer. The right-hander was in […]

Tyler O'Neill Dealing With Mid-Back Tightness

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (back) was not available on Tuesday due to mid-back tightness, according to manager Mike Shildt. The 26-year-old was a late scratch from Tuesday's lineup and was replaced by outfielder Lars Nootbaar. O'Neill will undergo testing and treatment tomorrow, but it is unclear if the injury will require a stint […]

Clayton Kershaw Throws Off Mound On Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (elbow) completed a 20-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday. The step represented Kershaw's first time throwing off a mound since being shut down after 45 pitches during a sim game on July 27. Although a positive development, the three-time Cy Young winner might be running out of time to […]

Immanuel Quickley Shines As Primary Ball-Handler In Summer League

New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley shined as the primary ball-handler for the Knicks Summer League with 7.8 assists across five games. The second-year guard played mostly off the ball during his rookie season, averaging 11.4 points, 2.0 assists, 1.8 3PM while shooting over 89% from the free throw line. While the Knicks added Kemba […]

Hamidou Diallo Returns To Pistons On Two-Year Deal

Detroit Pistons guard Hamidou Diallo agreed to a two-year, $10.4 million deal to return to the club on Thursday. The 23-year-old averaged 11.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, and shot 46.8% from the field in 20 games with the Pistons after being acquired from the Oklahoma City Thunder last season. It'll be interesting to see if Diallo […]