Blake Treinen Dominant in Rehab Outing, Nearing Dodgers Return

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Blake Treinen (forearm) looked sharp in a rehab appearance Sunday for Triple-A Oklahoma City, striking out two in a clean 15-pitch inning. The veteran reliever is closing in on a return to a Dodgers bullpen that has struggled with consistency and injuries. Before landing on the injured list, he racked up […]

Blake Snell Sharp in Second Rehab Start, Nearing Return

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell (shoulder) took another step forward in his recovery, tossing four solid innings in his second rehab outing with Triple-A Oklahoma City. Snell allowed one earned run on four hits and one walk, throwing 58 pitches in the appearance. The two-time Cy Young Award winner has logged only two starts […]

Javier Baez Exits Sunday's Game Early

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (undisclosed) exited Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers in the sixth inning. He went 0-for-2 with two strikeouts before being removed. Baez was back in the starting lineup after receiving a standard day off Saturday, facing left-hander Jacob Latz to open the game. He was replaced by left-handed hitter Trey […]

Roki Sasaki Resumes Throwing, Eyes August Return

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki (shoulder) resumed his throwing program Friday, tossing from 60 to 90 feet as he works back from a right shoulder impingement that has sidelined him since May. The 22-year-old phenom has reportedly touched 90 mph in recent bullpen sessions, a positive sign for fantasy managers stashing him. Sasaki is […]

Ryan Brasier to Serve as Opener on Monday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Ryan Brasier is set to serve as the opener ahead of Monday's game against the Kansas City Royals. It looks like the Cubs will go with a bullpen game here with Ben Brown likely throwing the bulk of the innings. This isn't something new for Brasier as he started four games […]

David Robertson Signing with Phillies

According to Jon Heyman, the Philadelphia Phillies have signed relief pitcher David Robertson to a one-year deal. Honestly, it's shocking that it took this long for Robertson to get a deal. The right-hander threw for scouts on Saturday and secured a deal the next day. Last season, Robertson posted a 3.00 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and […]

Francisco Alvarez Recalled to Big Leagues

New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is expected to be recalled from Triple-A Syracuse on Monday. Alvarez was sent down to the minors in late June after struggling during the first few months of the season. He slashed .236/.319/.333 with three home runs and 11 RBI in 35 games before being demoted. Alvarez has been […]

Michael McGreevy Scheduled to Start on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael McGreevy will be recalled and take the ball versus the Colorado Rockies on Monday. Normally, Matthew Liberatore would start this game, but the Cardinals have decided to skip his turn in the rotation. The southpaw has already thrown 100.1 innings this season, so the Cardinals will skip him and […]

Matthew Liberatore to be Skipped in Rotation

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Matthew Liberatore won't make his next scheduled start against the Colorado Rockies on Monday. The Cardinals have decided to give Liberatore some extra rest coming out of the All-Star break. The southpaw has already thrown 100.1 innings which is more than he threw in each of the last two seasons […]

Freddie Freeman Exits Early on Sunday With Wrist Contusion

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (wrist) was forced to make an early exit from Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Freeman was hit by a pitch in the wrist in the sixth inning. He immediately headed to the dugout and went to the tunnel. Before exiting, Freeman went 0-for-2 and was obviously hit […]

Mason Miller Expected to Stay Put at Trade Deadline

The Athletics have made it clear to the rest of the league that they have no intention of dealing closer Mason Miller before the July 31 trade deadline, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. It's no surprise that teams have contacted the Athletics about Miller, as the electrifying 26-year-old is among the most valuable relievers […]

Kevin Gausman to Start Series Opener Against Yankees

The Blue Jays have their starting pitchers in place for a pivotal upcoming series against the division-rival New York Yankees. Right-handers Kevin Gausman (Monday), Max Scherzer (Tuesday), and Chris Bassitt (Wednesday) will face a New York team that trails AL East-leading Toronto by three games. Both Gausman and Scherzer will be making their second-half debuts. […]

Brendan Rodgers Moved to 60-Day Injured List

The Houston Astros announced that they have transferred second baseman Brendan Rodgers (oblique, head) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL. The team selected the contract of first baseman Jon Singleton from Triple-A Sugar Land in a corresponding move. Rodgers landed on the IL on June 18 with a strained left oblique, and […]

Max Muncy Could Return in a Couple of Weeks

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (knee) could rejoin the team in "a couple weeks," manager Dave Roberts said Sunday. Muncy suffered what initially looked like a catastrophic injury to his left knee July 2, but it turned out to be a significant bruise. The 34-year-old was still expected to miss at least six […]

Nolan Schanuel Exits with Wrist Contusion

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Nolan Schanuel (wrist) exited their game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday with a left-wrist contusion, the team announced. Schanuel suffered the injury on a hit by pitch in the first inning, and the Angels quickly replaced him with LaMonte Wade Jr. The 24-year-old Schanuel emerged as a mainstay in […]

Zack Short Scratched with Rib Soreness

Houston Astros infielder Zack Short (ribs) was a late scratch for Sunday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Short is sitting out with rib soreness resulting from a hit by pitch on Saturday. The Astros are starting Mauricio Dubon at shortstop in place of Short and plugging in Shay Whitcomb at third base. If Short has […]

Kyle Bradish Making Rehab Start on Thursday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish (elbow) has been cleared to make his first rehab start with High-A Aberdeen on Thursday. Bradish threw a two-inning live batting practice session on Saturday. Clearly, that went well enough that the O's have cleared Bradish to begin his rehab assignment. Bradish is working his way back from Tommy […]

MacKenzie Gore Receiving Trade Interest

Washington Nationals starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore could be on the move ahead of this year's trade deadline. According to Jon Heyman, several teams have called the Nats to see the availability of Gore. New Nats general manager Mike DeBartolo said he prefers to keep the core group together, but is always willing to listen. Gore […]

Ketel Marte Reinstated From Restricted List

Updating a previous report, Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (personal) was reinstated off the restricted list on Sunday. Marte has been out of the lineup since Friday while away from the team due to a personal matter. He's back now, but remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the St. […]

Jake Bauers Heads to Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Bauers had seen an increase in playing time lately, but is now set to miss a few weeks due to a left shoulder impingement. The Brewers are shorthanded at first base, so Andrew Vaughn figures to see the bulk […]

Mookie Betts Returning, Hitting Leadoff

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts will make his return to the lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Betts sat out on Saturday for rest purposes, but is back in the mix now. He's in the middle of a terrible slump at the plate where he has only 21 hits over his […]

Ketel Marte Remains Absent on Sunday

Arizona Diamondback second baseman Ketel Marte (personal) remains away from the team ahead of Sunday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Marte has been absent since Friday due to a personal matter. The organization was hopeful he'd return on Sunday, but he'll miss his third straight game. In his absence, Blaze Alexander will cover second […]

Isaac Paredes Placed on 10-Day Injured List

The Houston Astros have placed third baseman Isaac Paredes (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list with a strained right hamstring. In other moves, the team is bringing up infielders Shay Whitcomb and Jon Singleton from Triple-A Sugar Land to help cover for Paredes' loss. Paredes was expected to land on the IL after he came […]

Walker Jenkins Triples in Three-Hit Performance

Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Walker Jenkins logged his second consecutive three-hit game on Saturday, going 3-for-5 with a triple and a run scored for Double-A Wichita. The Twins' top-ranked prospect (MLB No. 13) has shown well since returning to Double-A, hitting .302 with five doubles, a triple, and two home runs in 23 games for the […]

Cade Povich to Make Another Rehab Start

Baltimore Orioles left-hander Cade Povich (hip) will make another Triple-A rehab start either Thursday or Friday, according to Jake Rill of MLB.com. Povich looked good in his most recent rehab start on Saturday, as he tossed three innings (62 pitches) of one-run ball with six strikeouts. The 25-year-old has been on the 15-day injured list […]

Tyler Black Recalled from Triple-A Nashville

The Milwaukee Brewers have recalled first baseman Tyler Black from Triple-A Nashville with Jake Bauers hitting the 10-day injured list due to a left shoulder impingement. The 24-year-old Black got a late start to the season after undergoing surgery for a right hamate fracture in March, finally returning to Triple-A Nashville on June 11. Through […]

Zach Eflin Nearing Return

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin (back) had a successful rehab start in the rookie-level Florida Complex League on Friday. While Eflin allowed five unearned runs over four innings and 68 pitches, he came out of the start feeling "great" and confident about rejoining the Orioles' rotation soon. Eflin hasn't pitched in the majors since June […]

Derek Hill Scratched with Finger injury

Miami Marlins outfielder Derek Hill (finger) is dealing with a minor finger injury and won't start Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals, but he's available off the bench. The Marlins will start Dane Myers in center field for the fourth straight game. Hill hasn't played since July 12, and he's hitting a meager .211/.276/.322 […]

Jackson Merrill Out Sunday with Illness

San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill (illness) is out of the team's lineup Sunday against the Washington Nationals with an illness. Bryce Johnson will start in center field in Merrill's place and bat eighth in a meeting with Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore. Merrill has slumped badly at the plate for several weeks, as the 2024 […]

Khal Stephen Promoted to Double-A New Hampshire

Toronto Blue Jays pitching prospect Khal Stephen has been promoted to Double-A New Hampshire and will make his first start there on Sunday. It is the second promotion of the season for Toronto's ninth-ranked prospect, who made 16 starts between Single-A and High-A so far this year. He posted a 1.75 ERA, 0.88 WHIP, and […]