Fielder Leads Rangers In Extra Inning Beatdown

Prince Fielder led the burst of runs in extra innings for the Texas Rangers to defeat the Seattle Mariners on Saturday by the final of 11-3. Fielder went 2-for-6 with three RBI but it was his two-run homer that put the final nail in the coffin in the 11th inning of what was a 3-3 […]

Addison Russell Delivers: Castro Remains Benched

The Chicago Cubs barely held onto an 8-6 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday. They had thank Addison Russell for his great day at the plate. Russell went 3-for-4 with an RBI as he tries to prove to manager Joe Madden that he can be the everyday shortstop of the Cubbies. Starlin Castro […]

Strasburg Fans 12 In Return From DL

Stephen Strasburg returned from the DL in grand fashion when he struck out 12 batters en route to a 6-1 victory for the Washington Nationals on Saturday. An oblique injury has kept Strasburg out off the mound for over a month. The right-hander showcased the Strasburg of old against the Colorado Rockies when he went […]

Orioles Demote Travis Snider, Call Up Junior Lake

The Baltimore Orioles designated Travis Snider for assignment and called up outfielder Junior Lake, according to The Baltimore Sun. Snider simply wasn’t producing in first season with the Orioles. The 27-year-old outfielder had a .237/.318/.341 batting line with three homers over 69 games this season. With a $2.1 million salary, he’ll likely pass through waivers. The […]

Carlos Gonzalez Smashes Grand Slam For 5-4 Rockies Victory

Carlos Gonzalez grand slammed the Colorado Rockies into a 5-4 victory over the Washington Nationals on Friday. Down 4-1 in the bottom of the eighth inning, Gonzalez came up with the bases loaded. The 29-year-old outfielder delivered a grand slam off of Drew Storen to take the lead. Tommy Kahnle came in and struck out […]

David Wright (Back) Expected To Begin Rehab Assignment Monday

David Wright is expected to begin a rehab assignment on Monday, according to New York Mets manager Terry Collins, reports ESPN New York. Wright has been out since mid-April. The Mets captain and third baseman will finally progress toward returning this season after being diagnosed with spinal stenosis. The 32-year-old is likely still a few weeks away at […]

Rangers Acquire Napoli In Deal With Red Sox

The Texas Rangers have acquired Mike Napoli from the Boston Red Sox, according to WEEI.com. The deal has yet to be confirmed by the Red Sox. Napoli is a free agent at the end of the season, and the Red Sox seem unlikely to re-sign him. He’s struggled this year, hitting .207/.307/.386 with 13 homers and 40 […]

Garza Pitches 7-Inning, One-Run, Two-Hit Gem

Matt Garza pitched a two-hitter through seven innings, en route to a 10-1 victory on Thursday against the San Diego Padres. Garza, 31, struck out five while walking two and allowing one run. The Milwaukee Brewers spotted him with a 7-0 lead after four innings, but the right-hander controlled the Padres offense. The only run […]

Cuddyer May Return On Saturday

Michael Cuddyer might return from the DL on Saturday, according to The St. Lucie News. The New York Mets outfielder is looking to return from a bone bruise below his left kneecap. The 36-year-old was scheduled to play in a Gulf Coast League game on Thursday, and then a Florida State League game on Friday, but since […]

Utley Activated Friday, Starting At 2B

Chase Utley will be activated from the DL on Friday, according to the Philadelphia Phillies Twitter account. Utley, 36, hasn’t played since June 22nd because of an ankle injury. During his rehab stint, the second baseman went 6-for-11 with a double and two walks over three minor league games between Double-A and Triple-A. Tomorrow Chase […]

Cabrera (Calf) Likely Back Before Aug. 19

Miguel Cabrera is likely to be activated before Aug. 19, according to what Detroit Tigers manager Brad Ausmus told MLive Media. #Tigers manager Brad Ausmus said it "wouldn't shock me" if Miguel Cabrera rejoined team by the end of the next road trip, which is Aug. 19. — James Schmehl (@jamesschmehl) August 6, 2015 Despite […]

Brewers Demote Kyle Loshe To Bullpen, Tyler Cravy To Start

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Kyle Lohse has been demoted to the bullpen. Loshe, 36, has had a terrible season. The right-hander is 5-13 with a 6.31 ERA and 1.47 WHIP in 124 innings in 22 starts this season for the last-place Brewers. It’s the final season of his three-year, $33 million deal but he won’t […]

Cashman Says Pineda (Forearm) Won't Return In Augst

New York Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman has ruled out Michael Pineda returning in August. Pineda, 26, has been out since after his July 24 start with a flexor forearm muscle strain in his pitching arm. The starting pitcher is still a few days away from throwing but he will likely make a couple of […]

Adonis Garcia Blasts Walk-Off HR In Extra To Beat Giants

A wacky game in Atlanta ended in extra innings when the Braves' Adonis Garcia drilled a walk-off, two-run home run to defeat the San Francisco Giants on Monday. The walk-off blast came in the 12th inning with the Braves chasing one run after the Giants took the lead at the top of the inning. The […]

Colon Pitches Eight Innings Of One-Run Ball In Mets Victory

Bartolo Colon pitched eight innings of one-run ball in a 12-1 victory over the Miami Marlins. It was a huge bounce-back start for Colon. The 42-year-old allowed seven hits with five strikeouts and no walks on Monday for the New York Mets after allowing six runs in his last start against the Los Angeles Dodgers, […]

Kipnis (Shoulder) Placed On DL: Indians 2B Out 2-3 Weeks

Jason Kipnis has been placed on the 15-Day DL and will likely be sidelined for 2-3 weeks with a shoulder injury, according to The Cleveland Plain Dealer. The Cleveland Indians second baseman has been trying to fight through the injury for the last few days. Apparently, the pain was too much, leading the club to play […]

Matz (Lat) Throws On Flat Ground For First Time Since Injury

Steven Matz threw on flat ground Monday for the first time since he injured his lat muscle almost four weeks ago, according to ESPN New York. The New York Mets starting pitcher had two brilliant starts in his rookie season, including an overwhelmingly impressive minor league portfolio, before landing on the DL. His timetable is […]

Span (Back) Resumes Light Workouts: Hasn't Played Since Early July

Denard Span will resume light workouts on Monday as he continues to battle back from back issues, according to The Washington Post. The Washington Nationals outfielder took a cortisone injection in his back two weeks ago after being placed on the DL in early July. He has been resting ever since he received the shot. […]

Strasburg To Make One More Rehab Start Before Returning

Stephen Strasburg will make at least one more rehab start with Triple-A Syracuse on Monday before rejoining the Nationals, according to The Washington Post. Strasburg has been battling an oblique injury that will force him to miss over a month of action. The right-hander’s last start was on 4th of July when he was forced […]

Pirates Place Burnett On DL, Trade For Happ

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed A.J. Burnett on the 15-day DL with right elbow inflammation, according to The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. It’s been an All-Star season as he has an 8-5 record with a 3.06 ERA in 21 starts. The 17-year veteran was one of the better pitchers in the National League for much of the season […]

Rockies Remove Axford, No Longer The Closer

Colorado Rockies closer John Axford has been removed from his role, according to The Denver Post. Axford, 32, has blown three straight, and four out of his last five, save opportunities. Two of those three opportunities actually resulted in a win, while the other two were for losses. The right-hander also suffered the loss in a […]

Mets Make Last Minute Deal For Cespedes: Trade Two Minor Leaguers To Tigers

In a last minute deal, the New York Mets acquired Yoenis Cespedes from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for minor league pitchers Michael Fulmer and Luis Cessa, according to 670thescore.com. The trade gives the Mets much-needed help in the outfield and in the middle of the lineup. Cespedes, 29, has a .293 BA, .829 OPS […]

Ben Revere Traded To Blue Jays For Two Minor Leaguers

The Toronto Blue Jays traded for the only missing piece in their lineup when they acquired leadoff hitter Ben Revere from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for minor leaguers Alberto Tirado and Jimmy Cordero, according to MLB.com. Revere, 27, is in the prime of his career and is under club control through 2017 via arbitration. Ben […]

Cubs Trade For Tommy Hunter To Boost Bullpen

The Chicago Cubs made a late move at the MLB trade deadline for a reliever. They acquired Tommy Hunter from the Baltimore Orioles for Junior Lake, according to The Baltimore Sun. The acquisition of Hunter gives the Cubs an extra arm in the bullpen as they are in the midst of a chase for the postseason. Hunter, […]

Yankees Promote Pitcher Luis Severino: MLB Debut Coming Soon

The New York Yankees have promoted starting pitcher Luis Severino to the active roster, according to MLB.com. Severino, 21, will likely start next week although it hasn’t been reported when he will make his MLB debut. The promotion is one way to make up for the Yankees not landing any of the big-name starting pitchers that […]

Mets Close To Trading For Jay Bruce?

The New York Mets could have Jay Bruce on their roster before the day’s end. But it's still too early to know for sure. According to ESPN.com, the deal would potentially involve the Mets sending pitcher Zack Wheeler to the Cincinnati Reds in what could be a player for player deal. This deal would also […]

Carlos Gomez Lands In Houston Along With Mike Fiers: Astros Send Prospects To Brewers

The Houston Astros acquired Carlos Gomez and Mike Fiers from the Milwaukee Brewers for Domingo Santana, Brett Phillips, Josh Hader and Adrian Houser. The deal comes 24 hours after it was reported that Gomez was traded to the New York Mets. Something went wrong and the plug was pulled for the deal. Instead of New […]

Pirates Acquire Soria From Tigers: Pittsburgh Bullpen Gets Deeper

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Detroit Tigers closer Joakim Soria in exchange for shortstop JaCoby Jones, according to the Tigers Twitter account. The Pirates bullpen just got even stronger than it already was. Tony Watson and Jared Huges have company now as they bridge games between the starters and closer Mark Melancon. The #Tigers today have […]

Yankees Trade For Former No. 2 Pick Dustin Ackley

The New York Yankees made a small move that could go a long way when they acquired utility player Dustin Ackley from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for outfielder Ramon Flores and pitcher Jose Ramirez. Ackley, 27, was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2009 MLB Draft by Seattle. He hasn’t quite lived up […]

Hector Olivera Traded To Braves: Dodgers Acquire Alex Wood, Mat Latos, Marlins Save $

It took a while but the Los Angeles Dodgers finalized the trade they’ve been looking for with the Miami Marlins, except the Atlanta Braves also got involved with the two teams. The Dodgers acquired pitcher Alex Wood from the Braves along with pitcher Mat Latos and first baseman Michael Morse from the Marlins. They also received top […]