Mike Tauchman Goes Yard In Victory

New York Yankees outfielder Mike Tauchman, who made the Yankees roster out of necessity due to injuries, made his presence felt Tuesday against the Boston Red Sox. The former member of the Colorado Rockies earned a start in left field and batted ninth. He would record two hits, first with an RBI double down the... Read More

James Paxton Stifles Red Sox In Dominant Win

It took until his fourth start with the New York Yankees, but starting pitcher James Paxton finally showed the type of stuff his new club has gambled on. The Big Maple went eight shutout innings against the defending champions, surrendering just two hits and a walk while striking out 12. With 110 pitches under his belt,... Read More

Brandon Nimmo Exits With Neck Injury

The New York Mets are in the midst of getting clobbered by the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night but lost a starter early due to injury. Outfielder Brandon Nimmo was pulled in the very first inning with what the club has called a stiff neck. This came during a pitching change, as the head trainer... Read More

Cody Bellinger Out Tuesday

In a move that was widely expected, the Los Angeles Dodgers will have outfielder Cody Bellinger (knee) sit Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. The 23-year-old was hit by a pitch on the knee on Monday night and was removed soon thereafter. While X-rays returned out to be negative, he was considered day-to-day and will not play... Read More

Martin Maldonado A Late Scratch Tuesday

Kansas City Royals catcher Martin Maldonado was a late removal from Tuesday's lineup due to illness. The 32-year-old has struggled in the opening weeks of the new season, hitting .195 in 13 games. Manager Ned Yost said Maldonado may return to the lineup on Wednesday, but it wasn't guaranteed. On Tuesday, Cameron Gallagher will replace... Read More

Erik Swanson Starting Wednesday

After Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Wade LeBlanc landed on the injured list with a right oblique strain, the Mariners called up pitcher Erik Swanson as his replacement. While it wasn't immediately known whether Swanson would replace LeBlanc in the rotation, that has now become official, as it was announced he'd start Wednesday. The 25-year-old went 8-2 with... Read More

Chris Davis Scratched From Lineup Tuesday

After breaking out of his slump over the last couple of days, Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis has been scratched from Tuesday's game with what the club is calling an illness. The 33-year-old was stricken with the worst slump in MLB history but picked up four hits and drove in six runs at Fenway... Read More

Noel Cuevas To Injured List, Yonathan Daza Recalled

The Colorado Rockies have made a pair of moves Tuesday to adjust their roster due to an injury. Outfielder Noel Cuevas, who was recently promoted from Triple-A Albuquerque, suffered a strained left quadriceps and has gone on the injured list. The 27-year-old appeared in 75 games last season, hitting .233. As a result, Yonathan Daza... Read More

Freddy Peralta's Absence Not Expected To Be Long

After landing on the injured list earlier Tuesday with SC joint inflammation, Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (shoulder) is reportedly not expected to be out for long. That was confirmed by manager Craig Counsell, who said Peralta will rest a few days, allowing the inflammation to calm. He'll resume throwing soon thereafter and it appears his... Read More

Joey Bart Diagnosed With Fractured Hand

San Francisco Giants catcher Joey Bart, the top-ranked prospect of the Giants organization, according to MLB Pipeline, has been diagnosed with a broken hand. The fracture occurred Monday night as he was hit by a pitch. Bart will be out between four to six weeks -- a major blow to the organization's prized prospect. The... Read More

Shohei Ohtani Will Not Need Minor League Rehab

Los Angeles Angels general manager Billy Eppler said Tuesday that designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (ebow) will not require a minor league rehab assignment before he makes his return to the majors. The reigning American League Rookie of the Year has been out following Tommy John surgery. On Monday it was announced that doctors had cleared him to... Read More

Ken Giles To Throw Side Session

After being unavailable in a save situation Monday night, Toronto Blue Jays closer Ken Giles (illness) will throw a side session Tuesday to determine his availability. The decision was announced by manager Charlie Montoyo. Considering Giles was out due to what the team simply called an illness, the fact that he has to throw a side... Read More

Alex Cobb Expected Back Friday

Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde stated on Tuesday that starting pitcher Alex Cobb (back) is expected to start Friday's game. The 31-year-old has made just one start this season, sustaining a lumbar strain 10 days ago. The Orioles are set to take on the Minnesota Twins on Friday for Cobb's second start of the season. The... Read More

Joey Votto Batting Leadoff Tuesday

For only the second time in his major league career, Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto will bat leadoff as his club takes on the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday. The 35-year-old batted leadoff just once back in 2008. Votto is coming off a game in which he didn't start, although he later emerged as... Read More

Jeff McNeil Picks Up Three Hits In Victory

Perhaps being overshadowed early on by teammate and fellow New York Mets infielder Peter Alonso, infielder Jeff McNeil continues to be a star of his club's lineup. The 27-year-old racked up three more hits Monday night, including an RBI single in the first that increased his team's early lead. McNeil is hitting .404 early on... Read More

Edwin Diaz Locks Up Sixth Save

After an eventful four hours of baseball, the New York Mets held a lead in the 11th inning Monday night against the Philadelphia Phillies. Closer Edwin Diaz was summoned and he was stellar once again, striking out the side to secure another victory. Diaz now has six saves, the second most in the National League... Read More

Nick Senzel Plays In Extended Spring Game

Cincinnati Reds prospect Nick Senzel (ankle) played in an extended spring training game on Monday, going three innings and getting two plate appearances. The 23-year-old suffered a sprained ankle earlier this year. Senzel is expected to play five innings on Wednesday as he's gradually prepped for lengthier activity. The center fielder/third baseman is ranked as the... Read More

Shohei Ohtani Cleared For Live Pitching

Doctors have cleared Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) to face live pitching. He can reportedly commence this process in about a week, a major step forward in his comeback process. The reigning American League Rookie of the Year has been out following Tommy John surgery. Manager Brad Ausmus has stated he would either go... Read More

Mike Montgomery Set For Tuesday Rehab Start

After throwing a successful bullpen session last week, Chicago Cubs pitcher Mike Montgomery will take part in a rehab start Tuesday. Weather permitting, the 29-year-old will throw two innings for the Single-A South Bend Cubs. Montgomery has been sidelined with a mild left lat strain. Prior to his injury, he made four appearances for the... Read More

Miguel Sano Headed For Extended Spring Training

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano told reporters Monday that he's headed to Florida for his own form of spring training as his return nears. The 25-year-old has been sidelined since before the season with a right heel laceration. Having missed all of spring training, he'll go through the process before a likely stint in... Read More

Tyler Skaggs Lands On Injured List

Los Angeles Angels left-hander Tyler Skaggs landed on the injured list Monday as he deals with a left ankle sprain. Skaggs told reporters he injured his ankle fielding a bunt over the weekend as the Angels took on the Chicago Cubs. The 27-year-old also stated he expected this to be a brief stint and expects... Read More

Lourdes Gurriel To Be Exclusive DH In Buffalo

After being sent down to Triple-A Buffalo with Eric Sogard getting the promotion to the big leagues, the Blue Jays will play middle infielder Lourdes Gurriel exclusively as a designated hitter. The 25-year-old has had an abysmal start to the 2019 season and is reportedly not comfortable to play the field at the moment. Gurriel hit... Read More

Jonny Venters Placed On Injured List

Atlanta Braves reliever Jonny Venters was placed on the injured list Monday as he deals with a calf strain. The veteran has made six appearances out of the bullpen this season, recording a hold but allowing six runs in 2 2/3 innings of work. Venters, 34, spent six years out of the majors facing a... Read More

Brandon Phillips Still Hoping To Play This Season

Currently a free agent, former All-Star second baseman Brandon Phillips is still holding out hope that he may play in the major leagues this season. The 37-year-old played in nine games for the Boston Red Sox last season after signing in June. Phillips is maintaining his shape as he awaits a possible call, perhaps just... Read More

Todd Frazier Won't Be Starter Upon Return

As expected, the New York Mets will not name corner infielder Todd Frazier the starting third baseman upon his return, manager Mickey Callaway told reporters on Monday. The 33-year-old hit .213 in 115 games last season, hitting 18 home runs and knocking in 59 runs. When he returns from his left oblique strain, he'll split third... Read More

Rich Hill Has Successful Simulated Start

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Rich Hill took part in a simulated start Friday and reported no issues. The 39-year-old has been sidelined with a knee injury, but pitched three innings and felt completely fine afterwards. The logical next step is for him to make at least one rehab start before returning to the big league team.... Read More

Travis Shaw Out Friday

As expected, Milwaukee Brewers infielder Travis Shaw will not play Friday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hernan Perez will slip into the starting lineup, playing second base and batting seventh. Shaw exited Wednesday's game after getting hit in the hand, later being diagnosed with a hand contusion. The 28-year-old has struggled mightily early on... Read More

Francisco Lindor To Run Bases Saturday

The Cleveland Indians have still not had shortstop Francisco Lindor feature for the team as he recovers from a left ankle sprain and a right calf strain that has sidelined him for a month. The 25-year-old has been traveling with the team, running the bases, fielding ground balls and taking batting practice. While he's previously... Read More

Chris Davis To Start Saturday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis, in the midst of a historically-awful slump, will return to the lineup Saturday against right-hander Rick Porcello. The decision was announced Friday by manager Brandon Hyde. Davis has been mostly on the bench the last couple of games, as he finds himself in the midst of the worst hitting... Read More

Joey Wendle Could Start Rehab Soon

The Tampa Bay Rays received some encouraging news about infielder Joey Wendle (hamstring) on Friday afternoon. The 28-year-old, currently on the injured list with a left hamstring strain, is progressing towards a return, with two options possible. He could reportedly either start a short rehab assignment or take part in extended spring training. The Rays are... Read More