Lance McCullers Jr. Punches Out 12

Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. struck out 12 batters but didn't factor into the decision in a 5-3 victory over the A's. He allowed three runs on five hits and one walk over six innings. His signature knuckle curve stood out as his most effective pitch, inducing 10 whiffs and a 45% swinging […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Could be MLB-Ready Next Week

New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (oblique) could play in minor-league rehab games by the end of the week. Manager Aaron Boone said it's possible that Chisholm will be major-league-ready at some point next week. The 27-year-old left-handed hitter took hacks at Double-A Somerset on Tuesday. He's almost four weeks removed from a strained […]

Rays Acquire Matt Thaiss From White Sox

The Tampa Bay Rays acquired catcher Matt Thaiss from the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday in exchange for outfielder Dru Baker, the team announced. In a corresponding move to make room on the 40-man roster, the Rays transferred outfielder Jonny DeLuca (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list. Thaiss could instantly become the backup to Danny […]

Korey Lee Returns From Injured List

The Chicago White Sox reinstated catcher Korey Lee (ankle) from the 10-day injured list before their game at Citi Field on Tuesday against the New York Mets. Lee did not play on Tuesday but made the start behind the plate in Wednesday's 9-4 win over the Mets and went 1-for-4 with two runs scored. Even […]

Victor Vodnik Rejoins Rockies Bullpen

The Colorado Rockies reinstated right-handed reliever Victor Vodnik (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned right-handed reliever Angel Chivilli to Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move. Vodnik did not appear in Tuesday's contest against the Chicago Cubs and has been out over a month with inflammation in his right shoulder. The 25-year-old […]

Kyle Finnegan Available on Wednesday

Washington Nationals closer Kyle Finnegan (shoulder) is good to go for Wednesday's contest against the hosting Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park, according to manager Dave Martinez. Even if the Nats don't give Finnegan a save opportunity, the Nats might look to get him into the game regardless since he last pitched last Thursday, giving up […]

Tyler O'Neill Getting Close to Rehab Assignment

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (shoulder) is doing baseball activities and is close to going on a minor-league rehab assignment, according to MASN's Roch Kubatko. Barring a setback once O'Neill starts his rehab assignment, he should be an option to come off the 10-day injured list and rejoin Baltimore's big-league outfield in early June. The […]

Still No Timeline for Grayson Rodriguez

There is still no timeline for Baltimore Orioles right-hander Grayson Rodriguez's (elbow, lat) return, according to MASN's Roch Kubatko. Rodriguez threw on flat ground on Wednesday. The 25-year-old probably would have already returned to the Orioles' starting rotation, if not for a lat strain that he was diagnosed with in late April. He opened the […]

Slade Cecconi to Start on Saturday Against Angels

The Cleveland Guardians have right-hander Slade Cecconi (groin) listed as their probable start for Saturday's contest against the Los Angeles Angels. Cecconi was scratched from his scheduled outing on Wednesday in the series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and now he'll get a much more favorable matchup this weekend in what will be just […]

Cole Ragans Could Start Rehab Assignment This Weekend

Kansas City Royals left-hander Cole Ragans (groin) threw a two-up bullpen session on Wednesday, and if he comes out of that well, he's likely to start a minor-league rehab assignment this weekend, according to MLB.com's Anne Rogers. Ragans is eligible to come off the 15-day injured list this Sunday, but that obviously isn't going to […]

Seth Lugo to Return From Injured List and Start on Friday

Kansas City Royals right-hander Seth Lugo (finger) is scheduled to be activated from the 15-day injured list to start Friday's series opener against the division-rival Detroit Tigers, according to manager Matt Quatraro. Lugo has been sidelined with inflammation in his right middle finger, but he's going to come off the IL immediately when he's eligible […]

Mike Trout Hits Against Minor-League Pitcher

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (knee) hit against a minor-league pitcher on Wednesday and also ran the bases more aggressively than on Tuesday, but not 100%, according to the Orange County Register's Jeff Fletcher. Trout is getting closer to being able to go on a minor-league rehab assignment after landing on the injured list […]

Bo Bichette Out on Wednesday With Back Tightness

Updating a previous report, Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (back) is out of Wednesday's starting lineup against the hosting Texas Rangers due to lower-back tightness that he's been battling for a little bit, according to Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling. It's also why Bichette was the designated hitter on Tuesday. The Blue Jays consider Bichette to […]

Carson Kelly Making his Return on Wednesday

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly (illness) is back behind the plate and is batting fifth on Wednesday against the visiting Colorado Rockies and right-hander Tanner Gordon at Wrigley Field. This will be Kelly's first start since May 23 while dealing with a recent illness, but he appeared in two games recently and went 2-for-3 with […]

Orlando Arcia Making Rockies Debut on Wednesday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Orlando Arcia will make his team debut on Wednesday versus the Chicago Cubs. Arcia recently signed a one-year deal with the Rockies after being released by the Atlanta Braves over the weekend. The 30-year-old hasn't done much with the bat this season, but has been limited to only 14 games. Arcia was […]

When Is Logan Henderson Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook (Week 9 Update)

The Milwaukee Brewers have dealt with countless injuries to their starting rotation to begin the year. Brandon Woodruff (shoulder), Nestor Cortes (elbow), Aaron Civale (hamstring), and Jose Quintana (shoulder) have all missed time this year due to injuries. As a result, the Brewers called up their No. 12 prospect to help fill those innings.  After […]

Brenton Doyle Gets Day Off

Colorado Rockies outfielder Brenton Doyle will head to the bench ahead of Wednesday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Doyle has started in the last 10 games, so this appears to be a regular rest day for him. During that span, Doyle hit .242 with one homer, four RBI, and seven walks. In his absence, Mickey […]

Alejandro Kirk Heading to The Bench

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk will head to the bench ahead of Wednesday's game against the Texas Rangers. Kirk will sit this game out after starting in the first two games of the series. He went 2-for-6 with an RBI during the first two contests. Ali Sanchez will cover behind the plate and bat […]

Bo Bichette Getting Rare Day Off

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette is out of the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Texas Rangers. This appears to be a rare rest day for Bichette who basically plays everyday. Bichette is in a bit of a slump as he's slashing .163/.217/.186 over his last 10 games. That being said, Bichette […]

Jo Adell Absent on Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell is out of the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the New York Yankees. Adell is 3-for-7 with an RBI and a walk in the first two games of the series. That being said, it's a bit surprising to see Adell on the bench for this game. The […]

Logan O'Hoppe Officially Returning on Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe (head) is back in the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the New York Yankees. O'Hoppe will return to the lineup after missing one game due to a minor head injury. The young catcher was forced to exit early on Monday after getting hit in the head by […]

Brendan Donovan Back in the Lineup on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Brendan Donovan (hip) is back at second base and is batting third for the Cardinals in Wednesday's road contest against the Baltimore Orioles and left-hander Cade Povich at Camden Yards. Donovan is back a day after being scratched from Tuesday's starting lineup with tightness in his hip. The 28-year-old German […]

Xavier Edwards to Play in a Couple Rehab Games

Miami Marlins shortstop Xavier Edwards (back) will play in a couple of minor-league rehab games at Triple-A Jacksonville before returning from the 10-day injured list. "Get him back very soon" manager Clayton McCullough said. Edwards will play shortstop when he returns, with Otto Lopez returning to second base. The 25-year-old speedster has been out since […]

Kyle Gibson Signing With Rays

Veteran free-agent right-hander Kyle Gibson is signing an undisclosed deal with the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday, according to the New York Post's Jon Heyman. Gibson lands on his feet quickly after being released recently by the Baltimore Orioles after just four starts in which he held a brutal 16.78 ERA and 2.92 WHIP with […]

Camilo Doval to Replace Ryan Walker as Giants Closer

San Francisco Giants right-handed reliever Camilo Doval will take over as the team's primary closer over right-hander Ryan Walker, according to manager Bob Melvin. Doval hasn't allowed a run in his last 19 appearances while posting a sharp 1.16 ERA, a 0.73 WHIP, five saves, 20 strikeouts and eight walks in his 23 1/3 relief […]

Christian Walker Removed Early After Being Hit by a Pitch on his Hand

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker (hand) was removed from Wednesday's game early against the division-rival Athletics after he was hit on the right hand with a 96 mph fastball in the fourth inning, according to The Athletic's Chandler Rome. Walker was replaced by pinch-hitter Mauricio Dubon, who took over at first base. The 34-year-old […]

Corey Seager Officially Activated and Starting on Wednesday

The Texas Rangers announced on Wednesday that they officially activated shortstop Corey Seager (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list and optioned infielder Blaine Crim to Triple-A Round Rock in a corresponding move. Seager is serving as the designated hitter and will bat third in Wednesday's contest against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays and right-hander Paxton […]

Cedric Mullins Back in Lineup Against a Righty

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins is starting in center field and is batting seventh for Wednesday's contest against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals and right-hander Miles Mikolas at Camden Yards. Mullins will return to the starting lineup for the O's after sitting the bench the first two games of the series against the Cardinals. The […]

Adley Rutschman Back in Action on Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (head) is back in the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals and right-hander Miles Mikolas, serving as the designated hitter and batting out of the two-hole. Rutschman took a foul tip off his mask on Sunday and was removed as a precaution before sitting out […]

Endy Rodriguez Comes Off 10-Day Injured List

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced on Wednesday that they reinstated catcher/first baseman Endy Rodriguez (finger) from the 10-day injured list and placed catcher Joey Bart (concussion) on the seven-day concussion injured list in a corresponding move. Rodriguez isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's series finale against the hosting Arizona Diamondbacks, but he figures to split […]