Byron Buxton Sitting Thursday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (hand) won't be in the team's lineup for their series finale against the visiting Chicago Cubs. The veteran was plunked by a pitch in Wednesday's 4-2 victory over Chicago and forced from the contest early. Initial X-rays returned negative, but it appears he'll still need some time to recover from […]

Yankees Cut Ties with DJ LeMahieu

Per the team, the New York Yankees have released infielder DJ LeMahieu. Wow. The veteran was designated for assignment by New York on Wednesday, and after clearing waivers, unclaimed, was let go by the organization. LeMahieu had an incredible first two seasons with the Yankees from 2019 to 2020, but has declined in recent years […]

Cam Schlittler Picks Up First Big-League Victory

New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler yielded four hits and three earned runs over 5 1/3 innings of work in Wednesday's 9-6 win over the visiting Seattle Mariners. He issued two free passes and struck out seven to notch his first MLB win. The 24-year-old fired 52 of 72 pitches for strikes and picked […]

Javier Assad Still Working Toward Live Batting Practice

According to the team, Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Javier Assad (oblique) has continued to remain in the bullpen sessions phase of his throwing program as he steadily works toward live batting practice — the next step in his rehabilitation. The 27-year-old is still battling back from a nagging oblique injury that's plagued him since spring […]

Travis Jankowski Designated for Assignment

The New York Post's Mike Puma reports that the New York Mets have designated outfielder Travis Jankowski for assignment. Second baseman Luisangel Acuna was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move. The 34-year-old joined the team a few weeks ago, but earned just one at-bat -- a sacrifice hit -- and was already the […]

Orioles Flip Bryan Baker to Tampa Bay

Per MLB Insider Robert Murray, the Baltimore Orioles are trading right-handed reliever Bryan Baker to the Tampa Bay Rays. The complete trade details have not been disclosed yet. Baker has been solid for Baltimore in 2025, pitching to the tune of a 3.52 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 49:9 K:BB ratio over 42 appearances (38 1/3 […]

Mets Recalling Luisangel Acuna

MLB Network's Jon Heyman reports that the New York Mets are recalling second baseman Luisangel Acuna to the big-league squad. Acuna was demoted a few weeks back as he wasn't garnering frequent at-bats for New York, but he'll be up with the team on Thursday at least for their scheduled doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles. […]

Kyle Bradish Continues His Recovery

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish (elbow) continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery and could be ready for a rehab assignment soon. According to interim manager Tony Mansolino. Bradish has thrown a pair of live batting practices in Florida and will have one more before potentially beginning a rehab assignment. Bradish […]

Alex Cobb Is Still Dealing with Symptoms

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Alex Cobb (hips) is working his way back from hip inflammation and has received injections on both sides, but he is still a long way from making his Tigers' debut. According to manager A.J. Hinch, "He's still symptomatic... I feel for him because it's not a lack of effort or a […]

Jon Gray Starts Rehab Assignment on Wednesday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray (wrist) took a huge step in his road to recovery on Wednesday night, pitching two innings for the Round Rock Express. He gave up a home run to Sam Hilliard but didn't allow any other hits while picking up one strikeout and throwing 32 pitches, 20 of which were […]

Keegan Akin Gets Injection in Shoulder

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Keegan Akin (shoulder) will likely go on a rehab assignment after the All-Star break, but the 30-year-old lefty has been shut down for the next five to seven days after receiving an injection in his shoulder. Akin has been on the 15-day injured list since July 2 after going 3-0 in […]

Zach Eflin Will Pitch in a Rehab Game on Sunday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Zach Eflin (back) is lined up to pitch a rehab game on Sunday, according to Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino. He last pitched on June 28 against the Rays, but he was forced to leave that start early due to lower back discomfort. Before landing on the injured list for the […]

Adley Rutschman Hits Off a Tee on Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (oblique) is working his way back from the injured list and is starting to hit off a tee. He's not swinging at full strength yet and will likely need at least a short rehab assignment after being sidelined since June 19 with a left oblique strain. Rutschman was hitting only […]

MacKenzie Gore Picks Up Fourth Win

Washington Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore tossed a gem in an 8-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. Gore allowed one run on five hits over six innings of work while striking out seven and walking one to earn his fourth win of the season. The 26-year-old southpaw heads into the All-Star break with […]

Hunter Greene Continuing Rehab, Uncertain Timetable for Return

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona said that right-hander Hunter Greene (groin) is headed to the team's spring training facility in Arizona to continue his rehab. "There's no roadmap for the next step in the pitcher's progression," said Francona. The 25-year-old has not pitched since early June and has been on the injured list twice with […]

Slade Cecconi Picks Up Fourth Win on Wednesday

Cleveland Guardians right-hander Slade Cecconi notched a quality start and earned the win in a 4-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday. Cecconi allowed two runs on five hits over seven innings while striking out nine and walking two to complete the Guardians' three-game sweep over Houston. The 26-year-old right-hander heads into the All-Star […]

Michael King Transferred to 60-day Injured List

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list earlier in the week. However, does not change his timeline for return. King continues to make progress and is scheduled to have a bullpen session on Thursday after having thrown off flat ground a few times already. Once King passes this […]

Lucas Giolito Earns Sixth Win on Wednesday

Boston Red Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito notched a quality start in a 10-2 win over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday. Giolito tossed six shutout innings while allowing four hits and striking out six to pick up his sixth win of the season. The veteran right-hander heads into the All-Star break with a 6-1 record, 3.36 […]

Ezequiel Tovar Continuing Rehab Assignment in Triple-A

Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar (oblique) has been on rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque since Saturday. He is hitting .125 (2-for-16) with three strikeouts over four games in Triple-A. The 23-year-old has been on the injured list since June 6 with a left oblique strain. Depending on his recovery from each rehab game, Tovar could […]

Brandon Pfaadt Notches Quality Start, Earns Win on Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Brandon Pfaadt notched a quality start in an 8-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. Pfaadt tossed eight innings of two-run ball, allowing four hits and striking out four while walking none in the win. The veteran improved his record to 9-6 on the year, to go along with a […]

Grayson Rodriguez Continues Ramping Up

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Grayson Rodriguez (lat) was diagnosed with a lat strain and has been on the injured list since the start of the season. He threw 25 pitches during a bullpen session on Friday, which included using fastballs and breaking pitches. The next step in his throwing progression should be facing live hitters. According […]

Jarren Duran Hits Three-Run Home Run on Wednesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran turned in a big day in a 10-2 win over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday. Duran went 2-for-4 with a double, a homer, a walk, and three RBI to lead Boston to the win in the lopsided contest. The veteran outfielder did most of his damage with a three-run […]

Jake Meyers' Calf Flares Up Again

Houston Astros outfielder Jake Meyers (calf) was taken out of Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians with right calf tightness. The 29-year-old returned to the lineup on Wednesday after missing the last two games with calf soreness. He re-aggravated the same calf injury while running to the outfield before the game started. Meyers was helped […]

Nathaniel Lowe Hits Three-Run Home Run in Wednesday's Win

Washington Nationals first baseman Nathaniel Lowe had a productive night in an 8-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. Lowe went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer to help lead Washington to the win. The veteran kicked off the scoring in the game, ripping a three-run blast with two outs in the first inning. […]

Marcus Semien Homers, Drives in Four in Wednesday's Loss

Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien had a big night in an 11-8 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. Semien went 1-for-3 with a homer, a walk, and four RBI to lead the Rangers in the high-scoring loss. The veteran infielder ripped a two-run homer in the seventh inning to break a 6-6 […]

Wyatt Langford Steals Two Bases on Wednesday

Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford had a productive day in an 11-8 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. Langford went 2-for-4 with two runs and two stolen bases, but it wasn't quite enough in the high-scoring loss to Los Angeles. The 23-year-old outfielder flashed his speed in the game, stealing both of his […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Homers Twice on Wednesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (back) had a big game in a 9-2 win over the Athletics on Wednesday. Returning from a one-game absence due to back tightness, Acuna went 2-for-4 with two solo homers and a walk in the win. The star outfielder showed no issues after getting scratched from Tuesday's game due […]

Mike Trout Homers Twice in Win Over Rangers

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout had a big day in his team's 11-8 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday. Trout went 2-for-5 with two homers and three RBI to help lead the Angels to the win. The veteran hit both of his homers off Texas starter Kumar Rocker, a two-run shot in the […]

Gage Miller Turning the Corner at High-A

Miami Marlins infield prospect Gage Miller went 1-for-3 with a double and three RBI during their contest against High-A Dayton on Wednesday evening. This was another productive showing for Miller, who has posted a .250/.375/.550 slash line with one double, one triple, one home run, and eight RBI over his last six contests. Before this […]

Billy Amick Stays Hot at High-A

Minnesota Twins infield prospect Billy Amick went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, three RBI, and two walks during their contest against High-A Peoria on Wednesday evening. Over his last eight games, Amick has held a strong .290/.378/.516 slash line with a double and two home runs. The No.14-ranked prospect in Minnesota has spent […]