Alex Bregman has "Really Good Chance" to Return Before All-Star Break

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said on Wednesday that third baseman Alex Bregman (quadriceps) has "a really good chance" of returning before next week's All-Star break. Apparently Bregman looked good and recovered nicely from his workouts earlier this week. He has not been activated from the 10-day injured list to play in Wednesday's series […]

Masataka Yoshida Activated and Starting on Wednesday

The Boston Red Sox reinstated outfielder/designated hitter Masataka Yoshida (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list on Wednesday and optioned infielder/outfielder Nate Eaton to Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. The team also transferred right-hander Nick Burdi (hip) from the 15-day to the 60-day IL. Yoshida is finally back with the big-league club and will make […]

Brandon Lowe Still Out on Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe (side) remains out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the hosting Detroit Tigers. Taylor Walls is starting at second base and will bat eighth against Tigers right-hander Reese Olson. Lowe injured his left side in the win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday and will miss […]

Teoscar Hernandez Expected to Return on Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (foot) is "not there yet," but he's expected to return for Friday's series opener against the division-rival San Francisco Giants. Hernandez fouled a ball off his left foot in Saturday's loss to the Houston Astros and hasn't played since, but he's expected to avoid […]

Blake Snell to Make Rehab Start on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Wednesday that left-hander Blake Snell (shoulder) will make a minor-league rehab start for Single-A Rancho Cucamonga on Thursday. It's a big step for the two-time Cy Young winner, as this will be Snell's first time pitching in a game since he landed on the injured list back […]

Ryan Clifford Homers Twice, Drives in Seven Runs

New York Mets first base/outfield prospect Ryan Clifford clubbed a pair of home runs in a 2-for-6 day at the plate for Double-A Binghamton. The first was a three-run blast in the opening frame of the contest, and the other was a grand slam in the eighth inning. The 21-year-old has four home runs in […]

Blake Treinen to Start Rehab Assignment on Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that right-handed reliever Blake Treinen (forearm) is set to begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday. Treinen is recovering from a sprained right forearm that has kept him sidelined since the middle of April. The 36-year-old veteran will likely need at least several outings […]

Carson Benge Collects Three Hits, Drives in Three

New York Mets outfield prospect Carson Benge went 3-for-4 with a double, a walk, three RBI, and two runs scored on Tuesday for Double-A Binghamton. The Mets' third-ranked prospect was promoted to Double-A a couple of weeks ago and has gone 11-for-37 (.297) with three extra-base hits (one home run), two steals, and an impressive […]

Shohei Ohtani's Next Start to Come on Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani's next start on the mound will come on Saturday in San Francisco against the division-rival Giants. However, Ohtani will serve as the "opener" again, with right-hander Emmet Sheehan serving as the bulk reliever. Ohtani is slowly building up his pitch counts since making […]

Yohandry Morales has Two-Homer Game on Tuesday

Washington Nationals corner infield prospect Yohandry Morales laced a double and two home runs in a 3-for-4 day at the plate at Triple-A Rochester. The Nats' 12th-ranked prospect has struggled during his time at Triple-A, slashing just .225/.302/.380 with a 29.6 percent strikeout rate in 36 games. The 2023 second-rounder slashed .315/.366/.520 in 33 games at Double-A […]

Jefferson Rojas Homers, Extends Hit Streak to Seven Games

Chicago Cubs infield prospect Jefferson Rojas went 2-for-5 with two RBI on Tuesday, belting his eighth home run of the season for High-A South Bend. The hits extended his hit streak to seven games, and he's now recorded multiple hits in three of the last four. The Cubs' third-ranked prospect (MLB No. 64) is now […]

Carter Jensen Homers, Gets on Base Five Times

Kansas City Royals catching prospect Carter Jensen stayed hot on Tuesday, going 2-for-2 with a single, a home run, three walks, three RBI, and a run scored for Triple-A Omaha. It's the fourth multi-hit effort in his last six games after a 1-for-22 start for the Storm Chasers, and nine of his 10 hits at […]

Brooks Baldwin Placed on the 10-Day Injured List

Chicago White Sox utilityman Brooks Baldwin (back) has been placed on the 10-day injured list as the team enters the All-Star break. Baldwin was scratched from Tuesday's lineup ahead of a loss to the Blue Jays and had appeared in every game since his July 1 call-up. Baldwin provides defensive versatility, but his offensive output […]

White Sox Cam Booser Cleared to Begin Rehab Assignment

Chicago White Sox left-hander Cam Booser (shoulder) has been cleared to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte after being sidelined since June 19 with a left shoulder strain. The southpaw is expected to require only a brief rehab stint before rejoining the White Sox bullpen. Booser has posted a 5.11 ERA with 27 strikeouts […]

Travis Sykora Will Miss Two-Three Weeks

Washington Nationals right-hander Travis Sykora (tricep) will be shut down for two to three weeks as he recovers from lower right triceps soreness. The 21-year-old exited Saturday's start after just one inning, sparking concern among fantasy managers. Sykora has avoided a significant injury and is expected to return by the end of July. The timing […]

Sean Manaea Nearing Return After Final Rehab Start

New York Mets left-hander Sean Manaea (elbow/oblique) took a significant step toward rejoining the big-league club, throwing 73 pitches in his seventh and final rehab outing for Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday. He allowed three runs on four hits and one walk while striking out five across 3 2/3 innings. The veteran southpaw is expected to […]

Could Alex Bregman be on the Move? Multiple Teams Showing Interest

Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (quadriceps) is reportedly drawing interest from several teams as the trade deadline approaches, despite ongoing contract talks with the club. Just weeks after the controversial Rafael Devers deal, the possibility of Boston parting ways with another franchise cornerstone is gaining traction. According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, […]

Joe Ryan Generating Significant Trade Buzz

Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan is generating significant trade buzz with just weeks remaining before the MLB trade deadline. According to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, the Boston Red Sox are among the teams showing strong interest in the 29-year-old starter. Morosi also adds that the Twins need to be out of the AL […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Placed on 15-Day Injured List

New York Yankees right-handed reliever Mark Leiter Jr. (leg) hit the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with a left fibular head stress fracture in his leg. The team recalled righty Clayton Beeter from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to take Leiter's roster spot. Leiter suffered the injury covering first base in a game against the Cincinnati Reds on […]

Alex Lange Returned from Rehab Assignment After Setback

Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Alex Lange (lat) has been returned from his rehab assignment after reporting mild lat tightness, the team announced. "We can't mess with this, because soreness can turn into injury quickly," said manager A.J. Hinch, who noted the Tigers are taking a "patient approach" with Lange. The 29-year-old underwent surgery on his […]

Robert Gasser to Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week

Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Robert Gasser (elbow) will start a rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League next week. It's a significant step for Gasser, who's on the comeback trail from June 2024 Tommy John surgery. He impressed in his first five major league starts before going under the knife, as he registered a 2.57 ERA […]

Blake Perkins Expected to Start Rehab Assignment on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Blake Perkins (groin, shin) will start a new rehab assignment on Friday, Jack Stern of Brewer Fanatic reports. Perkins had been working back from a fractured right shin with Triple-A Nashville, but he landed on the seven-day injured list in the minors with a strained left groin last week. The injuries have prevented […]

Nestor Cortes to Make Next Rehab Start Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Nestor Cortes (elbow) will make his next scheduled rehab start at the High-A level on Thursday. The goal is for Cortes to throw 65 pitches in the outing, according to Jack Stern of Brewer Fanatic. Cortes hasn't pitched in the majors since April 3 because of a strained left elbow. He made […]

Zebby Matthews Throws Live Batting Practice

Minnesota Twins right-hander Zebby Matthews (shoulder) threw live batting practice before the team's 8-1 win over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. Matthews hadn't faced hitters since going on the 15-day injured list on June 5 with shoulder strain. The 25-year-old made four starts and posted a bloated 5.21 ERA with a 1.47 WHIP across 19 […]

Dallas Keuchel Agrees to Minor-League Deal with Royals

Veteran left-hander Dallas Keuchel has agreed to a minor-league contract with the Kansas City Royals, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports. The deal guarantees Keuchel a prorated $2 million salary if he returns to the majors. The 37-year-old impressed the Royals during a workout last week, touching 92 mph on the radar gun. He'll now try […]

Merrill Kelly Dealing with Calf Discomfort

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly (calf) exited his start against the San Diego Padres on Tuesday with calf discomfort, according to Arizona Sports. However, Kelly and manager Torey Lovullo said after the team's 1-0 loss that they don't think it's a serious issue. Kelly fell to 7-5 on Tuesday, but he was outstanding over seven […]

Nolan Arenado Expected to Return Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (shoulder) plans to return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Washington Nationals, Daniel Guerrero of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Arenado hasn't played since he suffered an impingement in his right shoulder last Friday. The 34-year-old explained that hitting caused the injury. "Throwing feels great," he told […]

Alex Bregman Not Returning Wednesday

According to MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo, Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (quadriceps) won't return on Wednesday, but "any time after that is in play." Manager Alex Cora notes that a return on Thursday is a strong possibility. "He feels good. Let's see how he reacts tomorrow to everything he did today. Then, we'll make […]

Jhoan Duran Unavailable Due to Illness

The Athletic's Dan Hayes reports that Minnesota Twins reliever Jhoan Duran (illness) was unavailable for Tuesday's home win against the Chicago Cubs due to illness. Hayes also notes that he was sent home early to prevent infecting his teammates. It's possible that the 27-year-old won't be available for another day or two while he recovers, […]

Shane McClanahan Tosses Clean Frame in First Rehab Appearance

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane McClanahan (triceps) issued one free pass and struck out a batter over one inning on Tuesday in his first rehab appearance for the Florida Complex League Rays. The 28-year-old hasn't pitched in a major-league game since undergoing Tommy John surgery in August of 2023 and a subsequent triceps issue […]