Jose Berrios Fans Seven In Victory

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Jose Berrios struck out seven batters in five innings of work to earn his fourth victory of the season against the Los Angeles Angels Thursday. Berrios allowed three earned runs on a trio of hits while issuing just one walk. The 26-year-old surrendered a leadoff homer in the first inning and […]

Lewis Thorpe Takes Loss Thursday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Lewis Thorpe was charged with his second loss of the season in Thursday's 7-1 defeat at the hands of the Los Angeles Angels. Thorpe pitched four innings, allowing four runs, one earned, on five hits while issuing two walks. He didn't record a strikeout. Thorpe's fastball velocity was once again down […]

Aaron Judge Delivers RBI Single

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge delivered an RBI single in Thursday's 2-0 win over the Texas Rangers. Judge had a scheduled day off, but manager Aaron Boone called his name in the seventh inning with a runner in scoring position, and the slugger drove him in with a base hit to center. The 29-year-old […]

Gio Urshela Comes Up With Key Hit Off The Bench

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela came up with a key hit off the bench in Thursday's 2-0 win over the Texas Rangers. Urshela didn't start the game but entered as a pinch-hitter for Mike Ford with runners on first and third in the seventh inning. He rapped a single into deep right field […]

Aroldis Chapman Fans A Pair In 11th Save

New York Yankees relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman remained perfect in the ninth inning this season when earning his 11th save in Thursday's victory over the Texas Rangers. Chapman did allow a walk in the ninth but easily earned the save to keep his 0.00 ERA spotless. The veteran southpaw has allowed just 11 baserunners in […]

Tyler Duffey Has Suspension Reduced

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Tyler Duffey had his two-game suspension reduced from three games to two. Duffey was suspended for intentionally throwing behind Yermin Mercedes of the Chicago White Sox during Tuesday's game. The 30-year-old reliever will begin serving his suspension during the second game of the doubleheader against the Los Angeles Angels Thursday night. […]

Nelson Cruz Day-To-Day With Wrist Bruise

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz (wrist) is not in the lineup for the nightcap of Thursday's doubleheader versus the Los Angeles Angels. Cruz was hit on the wrist by a pitch during the matinee game and was checked on by the trainer and manager Rocco Baldelli, though he stayed in the game. The Twins […]

Mitch Garver Starting In Second Game Of Doubleheader

Minnesota Twins catcher Mitch Garver (knee) is back in the lineup for the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Los Angeles Angels. Garver had missed three games due to a knee bruise but is back behind the plate and batting seventh against Angels' right-hander Griffin Canning. Garver was 1-for-9 in his last four games […]

Domingo German Hurls Seven Shutout Innings In Victory

New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German pitched seven shutout innings to earn the victory over the Texas Rangers Thursday. German allowed six hits, striking out five batters with no walks issued, improving his record to 4-2. The 28-year-old threw 61 of 87 pitches for strikes and generated 17 whiffs to earn a strong 36 […]

Sandy Leon Gets Day Off Thursday

Miami Marlins catcher Sandy Leon is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Leon caught each of the last two games, going 1-for-8 at the plate with five strikeouts. Chad Wallach will get the start behind the plate and bat seventh against Phillies' righty Vince Velasquez.

Jose Soriano To Begin Rehab Assignment Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Jose Soriano (elbow) is set to begin a rehab assignment with Single-A Bradenton on Thursday night. Soriano, the team's No. 25 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has been recovering from Tommy John surgery. The Pirates selected Soriano in the Rule 5 draft from the Angels, so he'll need to be on the active […]

Alex Cobb Activated Ahead Of Thursday's Start

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Alex Cobb (finger) was reinstated from the injured list ahead of Thursday's scheduled start against the Minnesota Twins. Cobb missed two starts due to a blister on the finger of his throwing hand, though he is set to face a Twins lineup that struck out 13 times as a team […]

Jesus Luzardo Feeling Good After Bullpen Session

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo (finger) threw a bullpen session on Thursday and is feeling good, per manager Bob Melvin. Luzardo reportedly threw 30 pitches during the session. Melvin said that the team isn't yet sure how many sessions Luzardo will need before embarking on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Las Vegas but that […]

Jazz Chisholm, Adam Duvall Sitting Thursday

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm and outfielder Adam Duvall are getting the day off on Thursday. Chisholm is swinging a hot bat lately, as he's collected five hits, three RBI, and three runs scored in his last three contests. Isan Diaz will start at second and bat sixth. Duvall is 2-for-7 with a pair […]

Jared Walsh Taking A Seat For Day Game

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Walsh is sitting for the first game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins. Walsh has appeared in each of the last four games, going 6-for-16 with three doubles, a home run, and a pair of RBI. He should be expected back in the lineup for the second half […]

Shohei Ohtani Resting For First Game Of Doubleheader

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is not in the lineup for the first game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Twins. Ohtani displayed decreased velocity on his fastball during Wednesday's start, though manager Joe Maddon indicated that it wasn't due to an injury. Unless the Angels say otherwise, this is just a routine […]

Jose Urquidy To Throw Bullpen Session Thursday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Jose Urquidy (shoulder) is slated to throw a bullpen session on Thursday, per manager Dusty Baker. Urquidy was able to throw off flat ground on Tuesday, so he certainly seems to be progressing well. The Astros initially believed that he would miss a start or two, and it sounds like it […]

Whit Merrifield In The Midst Of A Cold Stretch

Kansas City Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield has endured a cold stretch over his last three games. Merrifield is 1-for-11 with three strikeouts in that span, lowering his season batting average to .250 and his OBP to .317. The veteran won't be productive as a run-scorer and base-stealer if he's not getting on base, though […]

Max Kepler Sitting For Matinee Game

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler is sitting for the matinee game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Los Angeles Angels. Kepler went 0-for-7 with three strikeouts in two games played against the White Sox. The Twins likely want to give him some added rest after he recently tweaked his hamstring during Sunday's contest. Trevor Larnach, who […]

Mitch Garver Remains Out Of Lineup

Minnesota Twins catcher Mitch Garver (knee) is not in the lineup for the matinee game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Los Angeles Angels. This will be Garver's third missed game with a knee bruise. The Twins don't believe he'll require an injured list stint, though they might need to reconsider that if he's forced to miss […]

Clint Frazier Undergoing Tests On Neck

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (neck) is undergoing testing on his neck Thursday and is not in the lineup for the series finale against the Texas Rangers. Frazier missed Wednesday's contest with a sore neck, though the Yankees are unsure what exactly is bothering the 26-year-old at this time. Manager Aaron Boone is hopeful […]

Rougned Odor Reinstated From Paternity List

New York Yankees second baseman Rougned Odor was reinstated from the paternity list on Thursday ahead of the contest with the Texas Rangers. Odor was away from the team on Wednesday to be with his family for the birth of his daughter, though he'll be back in action, starting at second base and batting cleanup […]

Gary Sanchez Returns To Lineup Thursday

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (hamstring) is back in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Texas Rangers. Sanchez was forced to exit Tuesday's game after experiencing cramps in his lower body- though manager Aaron Boone had indicated that the slugger was "good to go" on Wednesday, he just wasn't in the lineup. Sanchez […]

Tyler Wade Collects RBI Triple In Wednesday's Win

New York Yankees infielder/outfielder Tyler Wade went 1-for-2 with a triple, an RBI, and a run scored in Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Texas Rangers. Wade replaced the injured Ryan LaMarre (hamstring) in the third inning and came up with a key hit in the sixth, tripling in Kyle Higashioka to break a 0-0 tie. […]

Corey Kluber Pitches No-Hitter

New York Yankees starting pitcher Corey Kluber hurled a no-hitter in Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Texas Rangers. Kluber fanned nine batters in his nine innings of work and was just one walk away from a perfect game. It's the sixth no-hitter of the season in the MLB and the 12th in Yankees history- the […]

Ryan LaMarre Exits Game With Apparent Hamstring Injury

New York Yankees outfielder Ryan LaMarre (leg) was forced to leave Wednesday's game early with an apparent right hamstring injury. LaMarre grounded out to the shortstop in the top of the third inning and abruptly pulled up, appearing to grab his right hamstring. The veteran outfielder exited the game and was replaced in right field […]

Rougned Odor Placed On Paternity List

New York Yankees second baseman Rougned Odor was placed on the paternity list on Wednesday following the birth of his daughter. Odor will miss Wednesday's game against the Texas Rangers to be with his family. DJ LeMahieu will shift back over to second base. It's unclear how long Odor, who had just returned from the […]

Clint Frazier Dealing With Neck Issue, Absent From Wednesday's Lineup

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (neck) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Texas Rangers. Frazier is "dealing with neck things" per manager Aaron Boone- and the team is unsure if that means stiffness or some other ailment. The 26-year-old is getting treatment for the issue. Ryan LaMarre will get the […]

Gleyber Torres Back In Lineup Wednesday

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres is back in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Texas Rangers. Torres hasn't played since May 11 after testing positive for COVID-19- though he was asymptomatic, which ensured that his return would be quicker than the normally required 10 days. The 24-year-old will start at shortstop and bat […]

Nelson Cruz Hits 10th Homer

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox. Cruz supplied the offense for the Twins on Wednesday, as he was responsible for both their hits and their only run. The veteran slugger went deep in the third inning on a Lucas […]