Easton Lucas Called Up to Start Game 1 of Doubleheader

Toronto Blue Jays left-hander Easton Lucas has been called up from Triple-A Buffalo to make the start on Tuesday in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the division-rival Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. This will be Lucas' fifth start for the Blue Jays and his first appearance in the big leagues since late May. The […]

George Springer Out for Game 1 of Doubleheader

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (head) is not in the starting lineup for Game 1 of a doubleheader on Tuesday against the division-rival Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. Davis Schneider is serving as the designated hitter and will bat second against Orioles right-hander Charlie Morton. Springer was hit in the head by a pitch […]

Dodgers Unlikely to Trade Dalton Rushing?

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he hasn't spoken to Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing about trade speculation and doesn't "see a world in which he's moved anyway." The 24-year-old top prospect would seem to be a logical trade candidate as he's blocked off from regular playing time by star backstop Will Smith in Los […]

Alimber Santa Earns Promotion to Triple-A

The Houston Astros have promoted right-handed prospect Alimber Santa to Triple-A after a dominant run at Double-A. While with the Corpus Christi Hooks, Santa posted a 3-1 record with a 1.26 ERA and 63 strikeouts in 57 innings. Santa reaches triple digits with his fastball, complementing it with a solid slider and curveball. He's also […]

Ryan Ritter Gets Two of Three Stitches Removed from Injured Finger

Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan Ritter (finger) has had two of three stitches removed from his lacerated right middle finger, and swelling has decreased around the injury. Ritter landed on the 10-day injured list as a result of the finger ailment on July 20. In 113 plate appearances this season, the 24-year-old is hitting .238/.291/.347 with […]

Cardinals Promote Deniel Ortiz to High-A Peoria

The St. Louis Cardinals have promoted corner infield prospect Deniel Ortiz to High-A Peoria. The 20-year-old, selected in the 16th round of the 2024 draft, has impressed with his athleticism at Single-A this season. Ortiz slugged 10 home runs and stole 31 bases over 76 games while slashing .287/.409/.450. He's maintained a modest 27.4% strikeout […]

DJ LeMahieu Plans to Sign with New Team Following Trade Deadline

Free-agent infielder DJ LeMahieu plans to sign with a new team following the trade deadline, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Rosenthal writes that LeMahieu wants to have a chance to see each team's roster post-deadline so his spot won't be put in jeopardy by a potential acquisition. The 37-year-old played in 45 games […]

German Marquez Plays Catch on Monday

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher German Marquez (biceps) played catch at 105 feet on Monday, but there is no timetable for his return, according to MLB.com. Marquez was placed on the 15-day injured list on July 23 (retroactive to July 21) due to right biceps tendinitis. The 30-year-old has thrown 98 1/3 innings (20 starts) this […]

Blue Jays' Kendry Rojas Promoted to Triple-A

Toronto Blue Jays left-handed prospect Kendry Rojas has been promoted to Triple-A after an impressive stint at Double-A. Rojas dominated, striking out 40% of the hitters he faced while walking just 2.7%. At 22 years old, he's quickly climbing Toronto's prospect rankings and is now just one step away from the majors. Rojas features a […]

Dylan Cease Going for CT Scan

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease (head) will undergo a CT scan after being hit in the back of the head by a comebacker during his team's 7-6 win over the New York Mets on Monday night. Cease stayed in the game after the incident, which occurred in the third inning. This head injury […]

Carson Whisenhunt Struggles Early in Debut for Giants

San Francisco Giants left-hander Carson Whisenhunt struggled early in his major league debut Monday against a weak Pittsburgh Pirates lineup. The Giants' top pitching prospect completed five innings, allowing four earned runs while striking out three. Command was an issue, as Whisenhunt threw just 49 of 85 pitches for strikes, walking two and allowing five […]

Robert Suarez Records Fourth Blown Save

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez recorded his fourth blown save of the season on Monday night, allowing a solo home run to New York Mets infielder Ronny Mauricio that tied the score in the ninth inning. Luckily for both Suarez and the Padres, San Diego scored in the bottom of the ninth to win […]

Matthew Etzel to Marlins in Deadline Deal

The Miami Marlins acquired outfield prospect Matthew Etzel on Tuesday in exchange for catcher Nick Fortes. Etzel has spent the 2025 season at Double-A, where he has struggled since being traded from the Orioles to the Rays last year. His batting average has dropped from .261 with the Orioles to .231 with the Rays. Despite […]

Joe Ross Throws a Bullpen Session on Monday

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Joe Ross (back) threw a bullpen session on July 28 in Chicago, and "He's feeling really good," manager Rob Thomson said. The Phillies signed the 32-year-old Ross to a one-year, $4 million contract in the offseason, and he has appeared in 31 games for the team this year with a 5.28 […]

Brandon Lowe Expected To Return on Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe (ankle/foot) is on track to return on the first day that he's eligible to be reinstated from the injured list, which is Wednesday, when the Rays take on the Yankees in New York. Lowe was placed on the injured list due to Left ankle/foot tendinitis after initially the […]

Ryan O'Hearn Potentially Could Land in Milwaukee

Baltimore Orioles first baseman/outfielder Ryan O'Hearn has cooled off after his red-hot start to the season, but he's still one of the top bats available headed into the MLB trade deadline. According to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, the Brewers are among the teams interested in adding O'Hearn, who is scheduled to be a free agent […]

Steven Kwan and Shane Bieber Could Be Traded at the Deadline

According to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, the Guardians are more likely to be sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline after the loss of closer Emmanuel Clase to non-disciplinary leave. He mentions both outfielder Steven Kwan and starting pitcher Shane Bieber (elbow) as top trade chips the team could move. Kwan is getting lots of interest […]

Shane McClanahan Throws from 60 Feet

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane McClanahan (triceps/biceps) was able to play catch from 60 feet on Monday and "felt OK, nothing great," per manager Kevin Cash. McClanahan has been sidelined all season after leaving a start late in spring training with a triceps issue and lately working through left biceps soreness. He was scheduled […]

Adley Rutschman Collects Three Hits, Plates Two In Monday's Return

Baltimore Orioles catcher/designated hitter Adley Rutschman (oblique) made a strong impression in his return from the 10-day injured list in Monday's 11-4 win over the Blue Jays. The 27-year-old, who was out with a strained left oblique, went 3-for-5 with a single, two doubles, two RBI, and a strikeout. It was a welcome performance for […]

Endy Rodriguez Feeling Residual Soreness In Elbow

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie catcher Endy Rodriguez (elbow) has been doing low-level strengthening and range-of-motion exercises in Florida as he recovers from right elbow inflammation. Elbow issues have plagued the 25-year-old throughout his career, and he has been on the 60-day injured list since the middle of June. Rodriguez is currently dealing with some residual soreness, […]

George Springer "Doing All Right" After Hit-By-Pitch Monday

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider said after Monday's 11-4 loss to the Orioles that outfielder/designated hitter George Springer (shoulder/head) is "doing all right" after being hit by a pitch in the ninth inning. The incident was a scary one, as Springer had a 96 MPH fastball clip his shoulder but strike him in the […]

Pierson Ohl Gets the Call, Will Start Tuesday for Twins

Minnesota Twins right-hander Pierson Ohl will make his major-league debut on Tuesday. Ohl began the season at Low-A Fort Myers and quickly ascended through the system. In 22 minor league appearances this season, Ohl has showcased an electric six-pitch mix, anchored by a low-90s fastball/sinker combo. Known for his control, he's posted a 5.3% walk […]

Hyeseong Kim Could Serve Time On Injured List

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Monday that second baseman Hyeseong Kim (shoulder) could serve time on the injured list with a left shoulder injury, per the Athletic's Fabian Ardaya. The 26-year-old has been managing an injury for about a week and did not play on Sunday. However, he did start in Monday's 5-2 […]

Tommy Edman Could Be Headed for Injured List Stint

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Monday that the team is contemplating placing utilityman Tommy Edman (ankle) on the injured list after he tweaked his right ankle running the bases on Sunday. Edman was not in the lineup for Monday's 5-2 win over the Reds. While his defensive versatility has helped the Dodgers this […]

Travis Sykora to Undergo Tommy John Surgery, Pushing Timeline to 2027

The Washington Nationals received unfortunate news Monday, confirming that top pitching prospect Travis Sykora (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery, likely sidelining him for the entire 2026 season. Sykora had been dominant through four minor league levels this season, posting a 44.3% strikeout rate at High-A, and was expected to make his MLB debut in […]

X-Rays Negative On Salvador Perez's Elbow After Hit-By-Pitch

Kansas City Royals catcher/first baseman Salvador Perez (elbow) exited Monday's 10-7 loss to the Braves in the fifth inning after being hit by a pitch on the left elbow in the third inning. Perez went 1-for-1 with an RBI single before being replaced by Freddy Fermin. The good news is that X-rays came back negative, […]

Jadher Areinamo Headed to Tampa Bay in Deadline Deal

The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired infielder Jadher Areinamo from the Brewers in exchange for Danny Jansen on Monday. Areinamo, primarily a middle infielder, has impressed this season with 24 doubles, 11 home runs, and 15 stolen bases. Last year, he led the Midwest League in batting average (.301) and doubles (30). At 21, Areinamo […]

Twins Acquire Enrique Jimenez to Bolster Catching Depth

The Minnesota Twins acquired catcher/first base prospect Enrique Jimenez from the Tigers on Monday in exchange for Chris Paddack. The Twins view Jimenez as a high-floor catching option with potential to impact the major league club in the future. Ranked as the Twins' No. 20 prospect, Jimenez showcases advanced plate discipline, striking out in just […]

Craig Yoho Recalled by Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers recalled right-hander Craig Yoho ahead of their matchup with the Chicago Cubs Monday. Yoho made a brief appearance in the ninth inning, recording two outs while issuing two walks and throwing 16 pitches in an 8-4 victory. Despite a rough major league season with an 8.22 ERA through seven appearances, Yoho has […]

Ryan Bergert Likely to Start Tuesday

San Diego Padres right-hander Ryan Bergert is likely to start against the New York Mets on Tuesday, according to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com. That would push Yu Darvish back to Wednesday's series finale. Nick Pivetta would then get the ball Friday to begin a series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Bergert, who has been in […]