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Yankees Place Ryan Weathers on Injured List With Forearm Strain
The New York Yankees announced on Sunday that they placed left-hander Ryan Weathers (forearm) on the 15-day injured list with a left-forearm flexor strain and recalled right-hander Brendan Beck from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in a corresponding move. Weathers will most likely be sidelined beyond two weeks, but we will not have a clearer picture of a timeline for his return until he undergoes an MRI exam. The Yankees' rotation depth is being tested in the dog days of summer, with Weathers joining fellow left-hander Max Fried (elbow) on the IL. The 26-year-old southpaw has gone 5-8 with a 3.60 ERA (3.60 FIP) and 1.22 WHIP with 143 strikeouts and 38 walks in 137 1/3 innings pitched in his 25 starts for the Yankees in 2026 in his first year in the Bronx. Weathers should have a rotation spot waiting for him when he is recovered from his forearm injury, but he might not have many opportunities to help fantasy managers to close out the season in September. Right-hander Will Warren's spot in the Yankees' rotation will be secure now for at least another few weeks.
Source: Yankees PR Department
Source: Yankees PR Department
Shohei Ohtani Throwing Live BP Session on Saturday
According to David Vassegh, Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (knee) threw live batting practice ahead of Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. This is the first time that Ohtani has thrown on the mound since being shut down from pitching last month. It was a 30-pitch outing, but it is certainly a step in the right direction. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said afterward that Ohtani will likely need another session before being cleared to pitch in games. His exact timetable is unclear at the moment, so fantasy managers will need to check back for more updates on his status.
Source: David Vassegh
Source: David Vassegh
Ryan Weathers Removed Early with Forearm Injury
New York Yankees starting pitcher Ryan Weathers (forearm) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's start against the Toronto Blue Jays. Weathers was only able to get through 3.1 innings before leaving due to left forearm discomfort, Meredith Marakovits reports. It was a rough outing for Weathers, who allowed eight hits and two earned runs before exiting with a trainer early in the fourth inning. The expectation is that the 26-year-old will require additional imaging to determine the severity of the injury. His next scheduled start is against the Boston Red Sox on Friday. Fantasy managers will need to check back after the imaging is done to see if Weathers will be able to make that start.
Source: Meredith Marakovits
Source: Meredith Marakovits
Brandon Woodruff to Resume Throwing Program
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff (shoulder) did not decide to have surgery and could actually return to the mound this season. According to Curt Hogg, Woodruff is scheduled to begin a throwing program on Wednesday. This is huge news after Woodruff said in July that he planned to undergo season-ending capsule repair surgery. Luckily, follow-up imaging revealed better results, and Woodruff's shoulder is actually healing. He'll begin a five-week throwing program next week, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect to get anything out of Woodruff for the rest of the season. Although this is great news for the Brewers, who could potentially have Woodruff available for the postseason.
Source: Curt Hogg
Source: Curt Hogg
Konnor Griffin Begins Taking Swings
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin (finger) has been sidelined since early July, but could be making his return to the big league roster soon. Griffin landed on the Injured List on July 7 due to a torn left ring finger. The good news is that Griffin is beginning to ramp up his baseball activities in Florida. According to Pirates manager Don Kelly, Griffin was taking swings earlier this week, and it reportedly went well. The Pirates haven't given an official timetable for his return, but believe he'll be able to return in early September. The rookie shortstop could be worth stashing depending on when he'll actually get back on the field for the Pirates.
Source: mlb.com
Source: mlb.com
Giancarlo Stanton Suffers Setback While Rehabbing
According to Joel Sherman, New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (calf) suffered a setback when he strained his other calf while running the bases over the weekend. Stanton has been out since late April due to a strained right calf. Now, he suffered a left calf injury after falling during a recent baserunning session. The Yankees haven't ruled out Stanton for the rest of the season, but it's difficult to imagine him making an impact over the final five weeks of the season. Fantasy managers shouldn't count on Stanton bringing much of anything to the table for the rest of the season.
Source: Joel Sherman
Source: Joel Sherman
Cody Bellinger to Return on Sunday
New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger (hamstring) is set to return from the 10-day Injured List on Sunday, according to Chris Kirschner. Bellinger is finally ready to return and will be back in the lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The left-handed slugger missed a month of action due to a left hamstring strain. The banged-up Yankees' offense could certainly use Bellinger's help right now. This season, Bellinger is slashing .259/.350/.420 with 11 home runs, 53 RBI, and 10 stolen bases across 102 games. He should immediately reclaim the starting gig in left field and should be rostered in all fantasy formats.
Source: Chris Kirschner
Source: Chris Kirschner
Jonathon Long With Shot at Marlins Debut This Season
Miami Marlins infield/outfield prospect Jonathon Long has four RBI and 14 runs scored in 13 games since joining Triple-A Jacksonville. Long was acquired by the Marlins from the Chicago Cubs at the trade deadline. In 99 games this season with Triple-A Iowa, Long hit .283 with 12 homers and 62 RBI to go with 67 runs scored. The 24-year-old infield/outfield prospect is the No. 19 prospect in the Marlins' system and has a 50-grade hit tool with 50-grade power. Long has the versatility to play either corner infield position along with the outfield, giving him a better shot at making his debut this season. With first baseman Kyle Stowers on the IL, that also gives Long a better shot at an MLB debut. The Marlins do have good outfield depth, along with Javier Sanoja manning third base, so Long will need to break through a bit for a big-league opportunity this season.
Source: Minor League Baseball
Source: Minor League Baseball
Lazaro Montes Keeps Hitting With Power at Triple-A
Seattle Mariners outfield prospect Lazaro Montes continues to show off his power stroke this season in the minors. Montes has eight homers and 18 RBI in August with Triple-A Tacoma and is up to 36 homers and 92 RBI between Double-A Arkansas and Tacoma this season. The left-handed hitter is the No. 5 prospect in the Mariners' system and has 65-grade power. Montes, signed out of Cuba, would offer nice power potential for fantasy teams if given a shot at promotion to Seattle. Fantasy managers can take a chance on Montes this season, but there is a good shot that he will not make his big-league debut until next season. At 21 years old, Montes could use a bit more minor league seasoning, but looks like a player who will make a big-time impact in the major leagues when he debuts.
Source: Minor League Baseball
Source: Minor League Baseball
Ralphy Velazquez Could Make for a Nice Late-Season Addition
Cleveland Guardians first base prospect Ralphy Velazquez has hit three homers in his last four games at Triple-A Columbus in what has been a scorching-hot month of August for the left-handed hitter. Velazquez has 11 homers and 20 RBI this month with a .356 batting average and 17 runs scored. The 21-year-old has split time this season between Double-A Akron and Columbus and combined to hit .288 with 24 homers and 74 RBI. Velazquez is the No. 2 prospect for Cleveland and has 60-grade power with a 50-grade hit tool. If Velazquez keeps hitting at this pace this month, he should get a chance for a promotion to Cleveland. The Guardians could use the power upside that Velazquez brings, and he would be a welcome addition to many fantasy teams late this season.
Source: Minor League Baseball
Source: Minor League Baseball
Cam Cannarella Showing Little Power This Month at Triple-A
Miami Marlins outfield prospect Cam Cannarella is hitting .250 this month at Triple-A Jacksonville with no homers and one RBI in what has been an August that has lacked power for the left-handed hitter. The 22-year-old has shown little power in his 25 games with Jacksonville, hitting .264 with one homer and four RBI. In High-A and Double-A combined prior to his promotion to Jacksonville, Cannarella combined to hit 12 homers with 51 RBI. The outfielder is the No. 6 prospect in the Marlins' system and has a 55-grade hit tool with 60-grade speed. Cannarella is likely a year or so away from a promotion to Miami, so he can best be left on waivers in redraft leagues and is more of a dynasty league target. Miami has a deep outfield at the big league level, so Cannarella is not likely to break through this season to make a fantasy impact.
Source: Minor League Baseball
Source: Minor League Baseball
Cooper Ingle Can Be Left on the Waiver Wire in Redraft Leagues
Cleveland Guardians catcher/outfield prospect Cooper Ingle is looking for another chance at the big leagues after a promotion earlier this season. At Triple-A Columbus, Ingle has had a decently productive month of August with two homers, nine RBI, and a .236 batting average in 55 at-bats. Ingle had 21 at-bats in Cleveland when he was called up and produced just two hits with two RBI. In 82 games in Columbus this year, Ingle is hitting .305 with 18 homers and 61 RBI. The No. 5 prospect in the Guardians' system, Ingle has a 55-grade hit tool. Ingle has spent time at catcher and outfield as Cleveland has tried him out in left field to mixed results defensively. It looks unlikely that the Guardians will give Ingle another shot at the majors, and he can be left on most waiver wires in redraft leagues.
Source: Minor League Baseball
Source: Minor League Baseball
Michael Arroyo Adjusting Well To Triple-A
Seattle Mariners middle-infield prospect Michael Arroyo has adjusted nicely since his call-up to Triple-A Tacoma. In 36 games with the Rainiers, Arroyo has hit .275 with seven homers and 30 RBI with 29 runs scored. The infield prospect comes in at No. 3 on the Mariners' updated prospect list and has a 55-grade hit tool with 55-grade power and 50-grade speed. Signed out of Colombia, Arroyo has fared well in his minor-league career and has one more step to go in his progression to complete the journey to the MLB. At age 21, Arroyo is worth taking a chance on in fantasy leagues, as the right-handed hitter could see a call-up to Seattle before the end of this season. He likely needs a bit more time in Triple-A to adjust, but the Mariners could reward the youngster with a promotion soon.
Source: Minor League Baseball
Source: Minor League Baseball
Bo Davidson With Homers In Consecutive Games at Triple-A
San Francisco Giants outfield prospect Bo Davidson has homers in two straight games in the middle of a powerful month of August at Triple-A Sacramento. In 68 August at bats, Davidson has six homers and 22 RBI while hitting .382. In 31 games since his promotion to Triple-A, the 24-year-old is hitting .315 with six homers and 26 RBI. Davidson, the No. 8 prospect for the Giants, is a nice five-tool player with the 55-grade power and speed combination. He had 14 stolen bases at Double-A Richmond prior to his promotion to Sacramento. At 24 years old Davidson is the right age for a chance at the major leagues and his power-speed combo makes him an appealing fantasy addition. But it might not be until next season that fantasy managers are able to see his debut.
Source: Minor League Baseball
Source: Minor League Baseball
Bryan Woo Won't Make a Start This Weekend
Seattle Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo (shoulder) has been pushed back from this weekend's series against the Chicago Cubs due to discomfort in his right shoulder, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. It is to be determined when he will make his next start, although manager Dan Wilson sounded optimistic that Woo will avoid a trip to the injured list. With Woo sidelined for now, the Mariners are calling up top left-handed pitching prospect Kade Anderson for his major-league debut on Saturday. Right-hander Bryce Miller will get the nod in the series finale on Sunday. Woo was pulled from his last start early last Sunday against the division-rival Houston Astros with something bothering his right shoulder, and the Mariners are going to play it safe and hold him out this weekend. Check back to see if the M's clear him to pitch in their upcoming series against the Philadelphia Phillies, which starts on Monday at T-Mobile Park. Woo finished off July by allowing 10 earned runs with 13 strikeouts and four walks in 10 innings in two starts against the Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Dodgers, but in his three starts so far in August, he's given up only two earned runs with three walks and 15 strikeouts in 18 innings versus the Detroit Tigers, New York Yankees, and Astros. UPDATE: Woo is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Sunday.
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
