Luis Robert Jr. More Likely to Stay With White Sox

The Chicago White Sox have spoken to a number of teams regarding outfielder Luis Robert Jr. leading up to Thursday's MLB trade deadline, but sources tell MLB.com's Mark Feinsand that Robert is more likely to stay with the Sox. Chicago would likely pick up his $20 million option for the 2026 season and hope for […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Could Return Next Week

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. (leg) could come off the 15-day injured list when the team is in Texas for a series against the Rangers from Monday, Aug. 4, through Wednesday, Aug. 6. Leiter threw a live batting practice session on Thursday. The 34-year-old has been sidelined since […]

Joey Wentz Finding Success With His Cutter

Atlanta Braves left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz has struggled this season with a 5.02 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, and 49 strikeouts in 52 innings pitched. However, since being acquired by the Atlanta Braves on July 11, he has adjusted the grip on his cutter, which he says has fueled his recent form, according to David O'Brien of […]

Brock Stewart Gets Traded to the Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are finalizing a deal to acquire right-handed reliever Brock Stewart from the Minnesota Twins, senior MLB insider Jeff Passan reports. The Minnesota Twins continue to be sellers at the deadline, as they trade right-handed reliever Stewart to the Dodgers. Stewart has had a nice season in 2025, with a 2.38 ERA, […]

Hendry Mendez Traded to Minnesota

The Philadelphia Phillies have traded outfield prospect Hendry Mendez to the Minnesota Twins in a package to acquire outfielder Harrison Bader. Mendez was ranked as the No. 25 overall prospect in the system before the trade. Mendez has spent the entire 2025 campaign with Double-A Reading. Through his first 85 games at the Double-A level, […]

Luis Gil Set to Make 2025 Debut on Sunday

New York Yankees right-hander Luis Gil (lat) is set to make his first MLB start of the year this Sunday, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports. Gil made four rehab appearances between Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and Double-A Somerset in July. In his last outing on Tuesday in Triple-A, he threw 75 pitches while striking out seven batters and […]

Josh Randall Traded to Washington

The Washington Nationals have acquired right-handed pitching prospect Josh Randall from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for relief pitcher Kyle Finnegan. Before the trade, Randall was considered the No. 16-ranked prospect in the Detroit system on MLB.com. The Tigers selected Randall in the third round of the 2024 MLB Draft out of the University of […]

Harrison Bader Gets Dealt to the Phillies

Minnesota Twins outfielder Harrison Bader has been traded to the Philadelphia Phillies, MLB insider Jon Heyman reports. The Phillies and Twins continue to do business, as they send 31-year-old Bader to the Phillies. Bader has been productive this season, with a .258/.339/.438 slash line with 12 home runs, 31 runs scored, 10 stolen bases, and […]

Ian Seymour, Joe Rock Promoted to Major Leagues

The Tampa Bay Rays promoted left-handed pitching prospects Ian Seymour and Joe Rock to the major leagues. Seymour made his MLB debut earlier this season and was quite effective during his first taste, posting a 1.69 ERA and a 1.03 WHIP through 10 2/3 innings. He has spent most of his time with Triple-A Durham […]

Eduarniel Nunez Shipped to Athletics in Blockbuster

The San Diego Padres have traded right-handed pitcher Eduarniel Nunez, Braden Nett, Henry Baez, and top prospect Leodalis De Vries to the Athletics in exchange for right-handed pitcher Mason Miller and left-hander JP Sears. Nunez made his MLB debut earlier this season and held a 3.86 ERA across a brief 4 2/3-inning stint. During this […]

Kyle Finnegan Traded to the Tigers

The Washington Nationals traded 33-year-old right-hander Kyle Finnegan to the Detroit Tigers on Thursday. Finnegan will now join the first-place Tigers as they look to make a push to win a division title and make a deep run in the playoffs. It's been an up-and-down season for Finnegan, as he has 20 saves out of […]

Henry Baez Traded to Athletics

The San Diego Padres traded right-handed pitching prospect Henry Baez alongside Leodalis De Vries, Braden Nett, and Eduarniel Nunez in exchange for right-handed pitcher Mason Miller and left-handed pitcher JP Sears. Baez was ranked as the No. 12 overall prospect in the San Diego system on MLB Pipeline before the trade. This season, the 22-year-old […]

Khal Stephen Traded to Cleveland

The Cleveland Guardians are acquiring right-handed pitcher Khal Stephen from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for right-handed pitcher Shane Bieber (elbow). Before the trade, Stephen was considered the No. 9-ranked prospect in the Toronto system on MLB.com. The Blue Jays drafted Stephen with the 59th overall pick in last year's MLB Draft out of […]

Gordon Graceffo an Option for Saves in St. Louis?

It remains to be seen who will close out games for the St. Louis Cardinals after the team traded both closer Ryan Helsley and left-hander Steven Matz on Wednesday. The Athletic's Katie Woo writes that pitching prospect Gordon Graceffo, who was recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday, looks to be an early contending for save […]

Tyler Locklear to Start at First Base in Arizona

John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports reports that the plan is for recently acquired first base prospect Tyler Locklear to immediately play first base for the Arizona Diamondbacks after they acquired him as part of the package for All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suarez on Wednesday night. The D-backs will give Locklear every opportunity to win the […]

Braden Nett Moving to Sacramento in Big Deadline Deal

The Athletics are acquiring right-handed pitching prospects Braden Nett, Henry Baez and Eduarniel Nunez and shortstop prospect Leodalis De Vries from the San Diego Padres on Thursday in exchange for closer Mason Miller and left-hander JP Sears, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan. Nett, 23, was listed as the Padres' No. 3 prospect, per MLB Pipeline. […]

Padres Don't Have Plans to Trade Robert Suarez

The San Diego Padres don't have plans to trade closer Robert Suarez at Thursday's deadline, even after just acquiring right-handed closer Mason Miller from the Athletics in a blockbuster deal on Thursday morning, according to USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale. With both Miller and Suarez, the Padres will have the best bullpen in baseball. Additionally, […]

Leodalis De Vries Heads to A's in Blockbuster Deal

The Athletics are acquiring shortstop prospect Leodalis De Vries and right-handed pitching prospects Braden Nett, Henry Baez and Eduarniel Nunez from the San Diego Padres on Thursday in exchange for closer Mason Miller and left-hander JP Sears, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan. De Vries, 18, was the Padres' top prospect and the No. 3 prospect […]

Mason Miller Traded to San Diego

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the San Diego Padres are acquiring Athletics relief pitcher Mason Miller and left-handed pitcher JP Sears. In exchange, the Padres are trading top infield prospect Leodalis De Vries, and right-handed pitchers Braden Nett, Henry Baez, and Eduarniel Nunez. Miller is well-regarded as one of the top relief pitchers in […]

Orioles Place Zach Eflin on Injured List, Trade Still Possible

The Orioles placed right-hander Zach Eflin (back) on the 15-day injured list Thursday with lower back discomfort. The move comes just two starts after he returned from a back injury that sidelined him in late June. Eflin has struggled this season despite a 6-5 record, posting a 5.93 ERA, 16.2% strikeout rate, and a 5.8% […]

Yankees Linked to Pirates Closer David Bednar

The New York Yankees are actively seeking bullpen reinforcements ahead of the trade deadline, with Pirates closer David Bednar emerging as a top target. Bednar owns a 2.37 ERA and 17 saves on a struggling Pittsburgh squad, while posting a career-best 33.1% strikeout rate. With Devin Williams underwhelming this season, the Yankees are expected to […]

Padres Emerge as Favorite in Luis Robert Jr. Sweepstakes

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. remains one of the biggest names likely to move at the trade deadline. While the Mets and Phillies are still in play, the Padres have emerged as the top contender. San Diego is looking to boost its outfield, with Robert a potential upgrade over struggling veteran Jason Heyward […]

Carlos Carrasco Set to Start Thursday for Braves

The Atlanta Braves have added veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco (2-2) to the active roster, and he'll start Thursday night against the Reds. Carrasco was acquired from the Yankees on Monday and brings a 5.91 ERA with a 1.531 WHIP over six starts this season. The 38-year-old owns a 17.6% strikeout rate, while opponents are slashing […]

Tigers Acquire Paul Sewald From Guardians

The Detroit Tigers have acquired right-hander Paul Sewald (shoulder) from the Guardians ahead of the MLB trade deadline. The return package has not been announced. Sewald is currently on the injured list with a moderate teres major strain, and hasn't pitched since July 12. In 18 appearances this season, he owns a 4.70 ERA, 1.17 […]

Blue Jays to Acquire Shane Bieber

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Toronto Blue Jays are acquiring right-handed pitcher Shane Bieber from the Cleveland Guardians. In return, the Blue Jays are sending right-handed pitching prospect Khal Stephen to Cleveland. Bieber has been sidelined throughout the entire first half of the season after undergoing Tommy John surgery after his first two […]

Javier Assad Continues to Build Up Pitch Count

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Javier Assad (oblique) threw 53 pitches in Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday night, going 3 2/3 innings and allowing one earned run on four hits with a pair of strikeouts. Assad posted three scoreless innings on July 24 in a rehab outing in the Arizona Complex League, threw a bullpen session on […]

Paul Blackburn Will Make Final Rehab Start Saturday

New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (shoulder) is scheduled to make one more rehab start with the Syracuse Mets on Saturday, August 2. Since he already ramped up to 87 pitches in his last outing, he should be ready to be activated after Saturday's start. He could be in the mix for the Mets' […]

Victor Robles Remains Confident He Will Return This Season

Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles (shoulder) has been hitting in the cage for a few days, and he moved to hitting on the field on Wednesday for the first time. He is also throwing out to 150 feet, and the next step in his recovery will be sliding and diving. Robles has been sidelined since […]

Fantasy Baseball Breakouts or Fake Outs? Hitters Delivering Elite Results - Part 11

It's the 11th edition of Fantasy Baseball Breakouts or Fake Outs. Some didn't think we'd make it this far, mainly because it's one number higher than I can normally count to, but we've made it! Don't think miracles can't happen. Heading into Week 18, there's a bit of digging we need to do to help […]

Yu Darvish Makes Mechanical Adjustment

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish told reporters on Wednesday that he made a mechanical change that "drastically dropped the arm slot." The change seemed to pay off immediately on Wednesday, as Darvish held the Mets to just two hits in seven shutout innings with seven strikeouts and two hits allowed. He earned his […]