Masahiro Tanaka Struggles Early, Dominates Later

Early on in Tuesday’s series opener between the Washington Nationals and New York Yankees, starter Masahiro Tanaka labored. The 29-year-old allowed a home run in the first inning, followed by a pair of doubles and a single in the second inning, resulting in two more runs. From the third inning on, however, Tanaka settled into […]

Tyler Austin Brings Yankees Even In Suspended Game

With Masahiro Tanaka struggling early for the New York Yankees on Tuesday night, the offense found itself in an early three-run hole. Although they made opposing starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez work hard for his outs, it wasn’t until the fourth inning when their first runs came in. The two runs scored in that frame came […]

Andrew Cashner Will Start Wednesday

After Tuesday night's game against the Phillies was rained out, Baltimore Orioles starter Andrew Cashner will instead take the mound on Wednesday, MLB.com writer Brittany Ghiroli reports. The Orioles had tabbed Miguel Castro as the starter for Wednesday, but now he may not be needed for the spot start while Chris Tillman is on the […]

Alex Wilson Won't Come Off DL Friday

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Alex Wilson (foot) won't be ready to come off the disabled list on Friday but is hoping to return to the Tigers bullpen in about two weeks. Wilson was placed on the DL on May 7 with a plantar fascia tear in his left foot. He has resumed a throwing program […]

Addison Russell Comes Up Big Tuesday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell came through with a game-tying RBI double in the top of the ninth Tuesday versus the Braves. Russell finished 1-for-4 and scored the game-winning run. Russell has been hitting the ball better of late and is now hitting .250 on the season.

Ben Zobrist Plays Hero On Tuesday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ben Zobrist drove in the winning run in Tuesday with a go-ahead RBI single in the top of the ninth inning. Zobrist finished the game 1-for-4 with a walk. A favorite of manager Joe Maddon, Zobrist continues to find his way in the lineup and is now hitting .290.

Yu Darvish Pitches Well Tuesday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish pitched well in his return from the disabled list on Tuesday. Darvish only threw four innings, allowing three hits, one run and two walks while striking out five. Darvish only threw 61 pitches, but manager Joe Maddon decided to pull the plug early on Darvish, who has struggled in […]

Reynaldo Lopez Hit Hard On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez did not have his best stuff on Tuesday versus the Pirates. Lopez allowed seven hits, six runs, two walks and didn’t record a strikeout. It was Lopez’s worst outing of the season and he will look to return to form Sunday versus the Rangers.

Marlins Trying New Batting Spot for J.T. Realmuto

Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto has led off the majority of games lately but hit second on Monday and is now hitting third on Tuesday. According to manager Don Mattingly, he changed his batting order around to emphasize getting Realmuto more of a chance to drive in runs. While it may cost the catcher a […]

Mark Melancon Will Throw To Hitters On Thursday

San Francisco Giants closer Mark Melancon (forearm) will face hitters on Thursday for the first time since being placed on the disabled list prior to Opening Day. If everything goes well, Melancon will begin his rehab assignment on Sunday or Monday. Hunter Strickland has done a good job filling in as the team’s closer and […]

Michael Saunders Released by the Orioles

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Michael Saunders has been granted his release by the Orioles after exercising the opt-out clause in his contract. An All-Star just two years ago, Saunders had been hitting .161 with one home run for Triple-A Norfolk. Saunders will look for a new team to take a chance on him and reach the […]

Mac Williamson Could Begin Rehab Soon

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson (concussion) could begin his rehab assignment this upcoming weekend. Williamson has been sidelined since April 28, but it appears he is improving. Williamson was hitting .316 with three home runs and six RBI in his first five games this year.

Madison Bumgarner Expected To Make Rehab Start May 26

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (finger) is expected to make his first rehab start on May 26. Manager Bruce Bochy is taking a cautious approach with his ace and wants Bumgarner to make three starts in the minor leagues before returning to the big league roster. That likely will push back his return […]

Steve Pearce Not Ready For Baseball Activities Yet

The Toronto Blue Jays had good injury updates on a few players Tuesday, but the latest on outfielder Steve Pearce (oblique) was not quite as fortunate. As of Tuesday, Pearce had not been cleared for baseball activities yet. Pearce has been on the disabled list due to an oblique strain since early May. Without being […]

Kendall Graveman Optioned To Triple-A Tuesday

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Kendall Graveman was optioned to Triple-A on Tuesday to make room for Stephen Piscotty, who was activated from the bereavement list. Graveman has been awful this season, posting a 7.60 ERA in 34 1/3 innings with 27 strikeouts, 13 walks and nine home runs allowed. Trevor Cahill will likely replace Graveman […]

Marcus Stroman Still Resting Shoulder

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marcus Stroman was placed on the disabled list last week with right shoulder fatigue, and he has not started the rehab process yet. He’s been resting since the announcement was made but is about to start on the road to recovery. Stroman is scheduled to report to Toronto’s spring training […]

Stephen Piscotty Activated From Bereavement List Tuesday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Stephen Piscotty was activated from the bereavement list Tuesday. Piscotty went on the bereavement list Friday due to the passing of his mother. Kendall Graveman was optioned to Triple-A to make room for Piscotty. Piscotty has gotten off to a slow start this season, hitting just .248 with a .306 on-base percentage, […]

Randal Grichuk to be Evaluated Later This Week

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk is set to be evaluated sometime this week as he recovers from a right knee sprain. Grichuk has been out since late April and could return within a week given that he has already started running and doing some outfield work. He'll try to rebound from a putrid start, […]

Joe Musgrove Set for One More Rehab Start

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (shoulder) is set to make his fourth and final rehab start on Friday in Triple-A Indianapolis. He's expected to throw 100 pitches or six innings, whichever comes first. His last rehab outing was nearly flawless, as the only baserunner he allowed reached on an error. Per MLB.com's Adam Berry, […]

Troy Tulowitzki to Take Batting Practice Next Week

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki has been running on a treadmill and taking groundballs as he rehabs from right ankle surgery. Tulowitzki is slated to take batting practice next week, but being on the 60-day disabled list means he likely won't return until early June at the earliest. Tulowitzki can be ignored in all […]

Starling Marte Leaves Tuesday's Game

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte left Wednesday's game against the Chicago White Sox with "right side discomfort." He hit a double in the first inning and later came around to score, but he didn't come back out on the field on defense in the second. Sean Rodriguez replaced him in center field. There was no […]

Wei-Yin Chen Pitches Better in Abbreviated Start Tuesday

Miami Marlins starter Wei-Yin Chen lasted longer Tuesday against the Dodgers but was still unable to throw five innings for the third start in a row. Lasting 4 1/3 innings, Chen had his first scoreless outing of 2018, allowing three hits and three walks while striking out three. While it's a step in the right […]

Mark Leiter Activated From Disabled List

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Mark Leiter (forearm) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list. The right-hander missed the beginning of the season with a forearm strain. Leiter is available out of the Phillies bullpen. The 27-year-old threw five scoreless innings in his rehab stint with High-A Clearwater. Leiter struck out 84 batters in 90 2/3 […]

Francisco Cervelli Leaves Game After HBP

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli left Tuesday's game against the Chicago White Sox after being hit by a pitch on the left forearm. He stayed in to run the bases but was replaced by Elias Diaz in the bottom of the inning. For right now, the Pirates are calling this injury "left forearm discomfort," but […]

A.J. Pollock Has Fractured Thumb

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock was diagnosed with a fractured left thumb following a visit to a hand specialist on Tuesday. Pollock suffered the injury making a diving play on a ball on Monday night. The injury bug catches Pollock again, as he will miss significant time for the third consecutive season. Pollock was well […]

Dansby Swanson Aiming to Return to Braves Lineup as Early as Friday

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson, who has been on the disabled list dealing with wrist inflammation, is aiming to return this weekend, potentially on Friday. The Braves shortstop had been hitting .289 through 28 games before going down and will look to continue his improvements from last season. While Swanson was slumping somewhat prior to […]

Miguel Castro to Start on Wednesday Against Phillies

Baltimore Sun writer Eduardo Encina reports that Baltimore Orioles right-hander Miguel Castro will start for the Orioles on Wednesday against the Phillies. It will be Castro's second career start and his first of 2018. Over 25 1/3 innings this year, Castro is sporting a 3.55 ERA and 6.4 K/9. In his only career start to […]

Red Sox-Athletics Game Delayed Due To Weather

The Boston Red Sox and Oakland Athletics game will be delayed due to pouring rain. It is expected the game will begin no earlier than 8:30 PM. If you're concerned about a postponement, make adjustments to your lineups now.

Zach Britton Nearing Rehab Assignment

Baltimore Orioles two-time All-Star closer Zach Britton (Achilles) threw 15 pitches off the mound on Tuesday as he gets closer to beginning a rehab assignment, reports Baltimore Sun writer Eduardo Encina. Britton threw 15 pitches to outfielder Craig Gentry to simulate at-bats and will likely ramp it up to 30 pitches when he faces live […]

Darren O'Day Will Not Come Off DL Wednesday

Rich Dubroff of PressBox.com reports that despite being eligible to return Wednesday, Baltimore Orioles reliever Darren O'Day (elbow) will not come off the disabled list on Wednesday. O'Day landed on the DL with a hyperextended elbow after someone ran into him, and early reports indicated that he would return as soon as he was eligible. […]