Giancarlo Stanton Could Return Soon

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone announced Friday that outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (biceps) was scheduled to hit off a tee and perform soft-toss throws as he ramps up baseball activities. Boone stated Stanton would be back "sooner rather than later," which makes it easy for owners to raise their hopes of a quick return. The 29-year-old […]

Domingo German's Rotation Turn Skipped

With off days playing a role, the New York Yankees have opted to skip starting pitcher Domingo German's next turn in the rotation. That means his next start will be Thursday against the Kansas City Royals. The 26-year-old has been strong as an interim member of the starting rotation, going 2-0 with a 1.64 ERA in […]

Clayton Richard To Resume Throwing This Weekend

Toronto Blue Jays starter Clayton Richard is set to begin throwing again this weekend, with the process being a progressive one. The 35-year-old was set to start for the Jays earlier this month, but he was sidelined with a right knee stress reaction and was subsequently shut down. This will be Richard's first season with […]

Alex Cobb Improving, Return Date Unknown

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Alex Cobb told reporters Friday that his back was improving by the day, but he still was unsure if he would return immediately after his injured list stint was set to end. The 31-year-old would return on Tuesday from his lumbar strain if all went according to plan, but at this […]

Dellin Betances To Have Another MRI

New York Yankees reliever Dellin Betances (shoulder) may have suffered a setback as his simulated game on Thursday did not yield positive results. On Friday, the 30-year-old was set to undergo another MRI as the Yankees search for answers. Betances has been sidelined since spring training with an impingement in his right shoulder. He appeared to […]

Gary Sanchez Expects To Be Back After Brief Injured List Stint

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez said he felt surprised that MRI results showed a strain in his left calf, as he felt fine. The 26-year-old sat out Wednesday's series finale in Houston, although he came on later as a pinch-hitter. At a time when the Yankees find themselves down 12 men due to injuries, […]

Miguel Andujar Takes Successful Swings

While another player headed to the injured list, the New York Yankees received encouraging news from their young third baseman. Miguel Andujar, coming off making some successful throws on Wednesday, took some swings of the bat Friday and felt no discomfort. The 24-year-old said he was swinging at about 50 percent of his normal effort, […]

Edinson Volquez To Be Shut Down For 4-6 Weeks

Currently on the injured list with an elbow sprain, Texas Rangers starting pitcher Edinson Volquez will be shut down for up to six weeks and later be re-evaluated, the team announced Friday. The 35-year-old had made two starts this year, surrendering six runs on 10 hits in 7 2/3 innings pitched thus far. At this point […]

Peter Alonso Sitting Out Friday

The red-hot New York Mets rookie Peter Alonso will sit out Friday night's game against the Atlanta Braves as Dominic Smith gets a start at first and bats sixth. Alonso, 24, has taken baseball by storm, hitting .378 with six home runs and 17 RBI, leading all rookies in those categories. He was initially viewed […]

Shawn Armstrong Returns To Mariners

Seattle Mariners right-hander Shawn Armstrong (oblique) could make his debut any day now, as the club announced Friday that he was being reinstated from the injured list. The 28-year-old made 14 appearances for the Mariners last year, posting a 1.23 ERA and even recording a save. The club is off to a rousing 13-2 start, […]

Dustin Pedroia Out Friday

After having made his return to the Boston Red Sox lineup this week, second baseman Dustin Pedroia will sit out Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. The 35-year-old has recorded two hits and an RBI in his first two games of the season, coming off a lost 2018 campaign that saw him only play in […]

Peter Alonso Moonshot Seals Mets Win

New York Mets first baseman Peter Alonso seems to be running away with April's Rookie of the Month Award and he proved why once again Thursday night at SunTrust Park. Taking on the Atlanta Braves, Alonso recorded two hits and a walk, but it was his monster two-run home run that made the most impact. […]

Amed Rosario's Home Run Sparks Mets

Finding themselves trailing by a run early in Thursday's game in Atlanta, the New York Mets rebounded quickly, led by their young shortstop. Amed Rosario stepped up to the plate in the second inning and drilled a three-run shot, erasing New York's early deficit for good. It was one of two hits on the night […]

Steven Matz Records First Win

The New York Mets began their series with the Atlanta Braves with a win Thursday night behind the performance of starting pitcher Steven Matz. The 27-year-old recorded his first win of the season by producing a quality start, going seven innings and allowing just two runs on four hits, striking out eight. Matz trailed early […]

Mike Montgomery Throws Successful Bullpen Session

Chicago Cubs left-hander Mike Montgomery (lat) threw a successful bullpen session on Thursday, reporting no issues in a positive step towards his return. The 29-year-old was placed on the injured list last week with a lat strain after four dreadful appearances out of the bullpen. Montgomery is reportedly set for one more bullpen session over the […]

Evan Longoria Out Thursday

After having played in each of the first 13 San Francisco Giants games this season, starting third baseman Evan Longoria will have a game off Thursday night. The Giants will take on the Colorado Rockies in a battle of NL West basement-dwellers. The 33-year-old is struggling thus far, hitting just .188 with one home run […]

Max Muncy Exits With Injury

Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Max Muncy exited Thursday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals early after appearing to suffer a hand injury. The 28-year-old was playing at second base when he booted a grounder. This occurred in the fifth inning and he was subsequently removed in favor of Chris Taylor as the Dodgers fell, 11-7. […]

Mike Foltynewicz To Make Rehab Start on Monday

After making a successful rehab start this past Tuesday, Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz (elbow) is scheduled to make another rehab start this upcoming Monday. The 27-year-old, who threw 61 pitches for Triple-A Gwinnett, was expected to join the Braves rotation this upcoming weekend but the weather played a role, as his start was interrupted […]

DJ LeMahieu Records Three More Hits In Defeat

While the New York Yankees blew a third consecutive lead en route to getting swept in Houston, one of their infielders continued his strong start. DJ LeMahieu continues to be sensational for the struggling Bronx Bombers, picking up three more hits on Wednesday night. The 30-year-old hit a sacrifice fly early and later hit a […]

James Paxton Drops Series Finale In Houston

The New York Yankees were swept in Houston Wednesday night in another crusher of a loss. James Paxton started the game but couldn't get out of the fifth inning. His official stat line reads four innings, five runs, eight hits, three walks and five strikeouts. Paxton's offense handed him an early lead, but two home […]

Michael Conforto Drives In Three In Win

The New York Mets benefited from three walks with the bases loaded against the Minnesota Twins Wednesday night, but the offense still managed to produce themselves. Outfielder Michael Conforto led the way with three RBI, one coming as a result of a bases-loaded walk. He did record a hit, however, as he singled home two […]

Noah Syndergaard Picks Up First Win

The third time was the charm for New York Mets starter Noah Syndergaard, as he finally picked up a win Wednesday night against the Minnesota Twins. The 26-year-old went seven innings, allowing four runs on five hits, striking out seven. He was fantastic through the first seven innings, but he emerged for the eighth and […]

Chris Archer To Appeal Suspension, Could Make Next Start

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Chris Archer plans to appeal his five-game suspension and as a result should make his next scheduled start Saturday. The 30-year-old was suspended as the Pirates and Reds were involved in a brawl that resulted in multiple ejections. The appeal will be heard and weighed, allowing Archer the opportunity to make […]

Mike Trout Out Wednesday

After suffering a groin injury Tuesday night, Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout will sit out Wednesday night's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The 27-year-old recorded two hits Tuesday before exiting in the fourth inning with the groin injury. While it was announced that he wouldn't need an MRI and subsequently would not be placed […]

Aaron Hicks Could Take Batting Practice Soon

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (back) has been taking gradual steps towards making his season debut. The 29-year-old has been throwing, running and taking swings at soft tosses. According to manager Aaron Boone, his next step would be to take on-field batting practice. Hicks has been sidelined with a lower back strain, an injury that […]

Giancarlo Stanton Swinging Bat Again

As expected, New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (biceps) has started swinging a bat again. The 29-year-old, currently on the injured list with a biceps injury, was scheduled to hit off a tee in his first hacks since suffering the injury to begin April. There were no reported setbacks during the session and he should continue swinging, […]

Hyun-Jin Ryu Throws Off Flat Ground

The Los Angeles Dodgers could soon be getting completely healthy in the pitching rotation. Starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu, the club's Opening Day starter who suffered a groin injury recently, threw off flat ground on Wednesday. It was the first time he threw since injuring his groin on Monday against the St. Louis Cardinals. As a result, […]

CC Sabathia Making Season Debut Saturday

New York Yankees veteran starting pitcher CC Sabathia (heart, knee) will make his final season debut Saturday when he takes on the Chicago White Sox. The 38-year-old has yet to pitch this season after undergoing cardiac surgery over the winter, while also dealing with knee troubles. Sabathia made 29 starts in 2018, going 9-7 with a […]

Tyler Chatwood Scheduled To Start Sunday

With Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester on the injured list, the Cubs have apparently found their interim starter. Manager Joe Maddon announced Wednesday that Tyler Chatwood will start on Sunday, when Lester was next scheduled to start against the Angels. The 29-year-old has been abysmal since arriving in Chicago, pitching to a 7.20 ERA in […]

Max Scherzer Could Miss Next Start

The Washington Nationals could temporarily be without their ace and one of the best pitchers in all of baseball. Max Scherzer, who was hit in the ankle by a comebacker his last time out, has been throwing off flat ground while having his ankle wrapped. Nationals manager Dave Martinez stated he was hopeful Scherzer would […]