Noah Cameron to Start on Thursday

Kansas City Royals left-hander Noah Cameron will start against the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday, manager Matt Quatraro announced. The Royals had planned to start righty Seth Lugo (back), but he's dealing with tightness in his lower back and will need at least a couple of days to recover. With Lugo unavailable, the Royals will […]

Seth Lugo Day-to-Day With Lower-Back Tightness

Kansas City Royals right-hander Seth Lugo (back) is day-to-day with tightness in his lower back and will not make his scheduled start on Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels, manager Matt Quatraro told reporters. Left-hander Noah Cameron will get the ball instead. Lugo may not miss much time, though, as Quatraro said the Royals haven't […]

X-Rays Negative on Will Smith's Hand

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (hand) left a 3-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday after taking a foul tip off the right hand. Smith was diagnosed with a bruise, and manager Dave Roberts said after the game that X-rays came back negative. The three-time All-Star is dealing with soreness, but Roberts is […]

Liam Doyle Promoted to Single-A

The St. Louis Cardinals have promoted left-handed pitching prospect Liam Doyle from the Florida Complex League to Single-A Palm Beach. Doyle, the fifth overall pick in this year's draft, is in line to start on Saturday. The 21-year-old joined the Cardinals out of the University of Tennessee, where he went 10-4 with a 3.20 ERA […]

Spencer Arrighetti Placed on 15-Day Injured List

The Houston Astros announced that they have placed right-hander Spencer Arrighetti (elbow) on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation, retroactive to Aug. 31. In corresponding moves, the team selected the contract of righty Jayden Murray and transferred lefty John Rooney (elbow) to the 60-day IL. This is the second IL stint of the year […]

Anthony Santander Could Begin Rehab Assignment on Tuesday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander (shoulder) could begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Buffalo on Tuesday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet reports. Santander will play at least five rehab games before potentially making a long-awaited return to the Blue Jays in mid-September. The team signed the ex-Baltimore Oriole to a five-year, $92.5 million guarantee in […]

Matt Chapman Appealing One-Game Suspension

San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman received a one-game suspension for his role in a benches-clearing incident against the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday. Specifically, the league punished Chapman for "pushing" Rockies starter Kyle Freeland after the left-hander got into a heated exchange with Giants slugger Rafael Devers in the first inning. Chapman and Freeland […]

Will Smith Exits With Hand Contusion

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that catcher Will Smith (hand) exited early on Wednesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a contusion in his right hand. The Dodgers replaced Smith with rookie Dalton Rushing in the top of the third inning after the veteran took a foul tip off the hand in the bottom of the […]

Jackson Chourio in Lineup Wednesday Despite Hamstring Cramps

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) is dealing with right-hamstring cramps and was not in their initial lineup against the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. However, with designated hitter/outfielder Christian Yelich (back) unable to play because of soreness in his lower back, the Brewers reversed course on Chourio and started him at DH. It's encouraging that […]

Christian Yelich Dealing With Soreness in Lower Back

Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter/outfielder Christian Yelich (back) was scratched with lower-back soreness on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Brewers initially planned for outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) to rest because of hamstring cramps, but with Yelich unable to play, Chourio ended up as the DH. There's no word on the severity of Yelich's issue, but […]

Isaac Paredes Resumes Baseball Activities

Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (hamstring) was able to field grounders and do some running in the outfield ahead of Wednesday's game against the New York Yankees. It's worth noting that Paredes did have a follow-up MRI on Tuesday. The results of the testing weren't revealed, but the fact Paredes is back on the […]

Jonah Tong Likely to Pitch on Saturday

New York Mets starting pitcher Jonah Tong is scheduled to take the mound this weekend versus the Cincinnati Reds. The Mets are trying to figure everything out in their rotation, but at least have the next few days lined up. The plan is for Clay Holmes to pitch on Wednesday. After that, the Mets are […]

Shelby Miller to Miss Rest of 2025 Season

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Shelby Miller (elbow) was placed on the 60-day injured list on Wednesday. MIller suffered a right UCL sprain during Monday's outing against the Philadelphia Phillies. At the moment, it's unclear if Miller will require surgery or only need to rest and recover. Regardless, Miller won't take the mound again in 2025. […]

Kyle Finnegan Dealing With Groin Issue

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Kyle Finnegan (groin) was unable to enter Wednesday's contest after suffering an injury while warming up. Finnegan was preparing to come into the game in the seventh inning, but suffered a groin injury while warming up in the bullpen. The expectation is that Finnegan will undergo further testing to determine the […]

Shohei Ohtani Will Pitch "Sometime This Weekend"

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (illness) has been scratched from his scheduled start versus the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday. Ohtani is feeling under the weather, according to Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts. The organization is hopeful that Ohtani will feel good enough to take the mound this weekend. Despite not pitching, Ohtani will still […]

Jackson Chourio Absent on Wednesday With Hamstring Cramp

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Chourio reportedly was feeling some hamstring discomfort following Monday's contest. The Brewers were off on Tuesday, but Chourio is still not 100 percent on Wednesday. The team will take the cautious approach and hold Chourio […]

Kyle Tucker Not in Cubs Lineup on Wednesday

After being pulled early on Tuesday night with left-calf tightness, Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker (calf) is out of Wednesday's lineup versus the visiting Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field. Seiya Suzuki will man right field and will bat third against Braves right-hander Bryce Elder, with veteran Carlos Santana manning the designated hitter spot and batting […]

Taylor Ward Back in Action Against Royals

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward (head) is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Kansas City Royals and right-hander Ryan Berget, serving as the designated hitter and batting third in the order. Ward collided with the outfield wall on Sunday against the Houston Astros and suffered a laceration above his right eye […]

Mike Trout Still Out Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (undisclosed) remains out of the lineup on Wednesday against the hosting Kansas City Royals due to a skin infection. Taylor Ward (head) will serve as the designated hitter in his return and will bat third against Royals right-hander Ryan Berget. Trout is being considered as day-to-day for now, but […]

Roman Anthony Officially Goes on Injured List

The Boston Red Sox announced on Wednesday that they officially placed outfielder Roman Anthony (oblique) on the 10-day injured list with a left-oblique strain and recalled infielder/outfielder Nick Sogard from Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. Anthony injured himself on a swing during Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians and could end up missing the […]

Shohei Ohtani No Longer Starting on the Mound on Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani was scheduled to start in Wednesday's game on the road against the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he's no longer on the bump and will be replaced by right-hander Emmet Sheehan, according to Kirsten Watson. Ohtani will still serve as the designated hitter and will bat leadoff against right-hander Braxton […]

Franklin Arias Promoted to Double-A Portland

Boston Red Sox infield prospect Franklin Arias was promoted to Double-A Portland on Tuesday. Boston's top-ranked prospect (MLB No. 23) produced solid numbers between Single-A and High-A, slashing .279/.343/.383 in 106 games, and although he drew walks at just a 7.9 percent rate, he struck out at a minuscule 9.8 percent rate. The Venezuelan is […]

Trey Yesavage Strikes Out Six in Latest Start

Toronto Blue Jays pitching prospect Trey Yesavage was excellent again on Tuesday at Triple-A Buffalo, tossing three shutout innings, allowing two hits and a walk while striking out six. The Blue Jays' top-ranked prospect (MLB No. 25) has now posted a 3.86 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and a 22.0 percent K-BB% in four appearances (three starts) […]

Kevin Parada Promoted to Triple-A Syracuse

New York Mets catching prospect Kevin Parada has been promoted to Triple-A Syracuse. The 24-year-old made year-over-year strides on offense, going from a .214 average with a 33.7 percent strikeout rate and .663 OPS in 2024 to a .254 average, 27.8 percent strikeout rate, and .754 OPS in 2025. The former first-round draft pick was the […]

Victor Arias Heads to Double-A Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays outfield prospect Victor Arias (undisclosed) was placed on the Double-A New Hampshire 7-day injured list on Tuesday with an undisclosed injury. The Jays' ninth-ranked prospect spent time at High-A earlier this year and earned a promotion to Double-A, where things have proven more challenging. The 22-year-old slashed .294/.381/.437 with five home runs […]

Mets to Send Kodai Senga to Minors?

The New York Mets are considering a few possibilities with struggling right-hander Kodai Senga, including potentially asking him to accept an optional minor-league assignment, according to people familiar with the team's thinking. However, Senga may not be sent to the minors without his consent, according to his contract. The 32-year-old said on Tuesday that he's […]

Isaiah Lowe Placed on Injured List at High-A

San Diego Padres pitching prospect Isaiah Lowe (undisclosed) was placed on High-A Fort Wayne's seven-day injured list on Tuesday. The Padres' 26th-ranked prospect made 22 starts (91 2/3 innings pitched) for the TinCaps this season, posting a 5.69 ERA and an unsightly 1.76 WHIP as opponents held a .293 batting average against him. Combined with […]

J.J. Wetherholt Unlikely to be Promoted in 2025

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop prospect J.J. Wetherholt is not likely to be promoted before the end of the year, although it is not because the team doesn't feel he is ready. The reasoning is more due to the fact that Wetherholt is not currently on the 40-man roster and does not need to be on the […]

Gabriel Arias Expected to Return on Wednesday

Cleveland Guardians infielder Gabriel Arias (hand) is expected to return to the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, according to MLB.com. Arias was also expected to return on Tuesday, but instead he was held out as a precaution and was available off the bench. The 25-year-old was hit by […]

Derek Hill Not Expected to Return Until Next Year

Miami Marlins outfielder Derek Hill (hamstring) will go on the injured list after suffering a right-hamstring strain while running out a grounder against the Washington Nationals on Monday, and he's not expected to return until next year, according to MLB.com. The Marlins figure to officially place Hill on the IL before their series opener on […]