Colton Cowser Played Through Rib Fractures in 2025

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser (ribs) played through two broken ribs (avulsion fractures) that he suffered in June, according to The Baltimore Banner's Andy Kostka. In addition to broken ribs, Cowser missed two months earlier in the year due to a broken thumb. Injuries really hampered him this year -- he also suffered a concussion […]

Jose Altuve to Require Offseason Foot Surgery?

Houston Astros second baseman/outfielder Jose Altuve (foot) said he played through a "pretty painful" right-foot injury late in the year, "but I had no choice but to go out there and play," according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Altuve will visit with doctors, and they are going to "recommend some stuff" in the offseason. […]

Harrison Bader a Game-Time Decision for Game 3

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) is considered a game-time decision ahead of Game 3 of the NLDS, according to manager Rob Thomson. Bader suffered a left groin injury during Game 1 of this series on Saturday. As a result, Bader was out of the starting lineup in Game 2, but came off the bench […]

Anthony Santander Returning to the Lineup

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander is back in the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's Game 3 of the ALDS versus the New York Yankees. Santander played in the series opener, but was benched in favor of Myles Straw in Game 2. Santander went 1-for-3 with a single in Game 1. He'll bat seventh and […]

Jackson Chourio Day-to-Day Heading into Game 3 of NLDS

The Milwaukee Brewers removed outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) from the Game 2 win in the National League Division Series on Monday due to right-hamstring tightness, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. "He felt it again," manager Pat Murphy said. Chourio will have a very light day at Wrigley Field on Tuesday and is day-to-day heading […]

Jackson Chourio in Starting Lineup for NLDS Game 2

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) is starting in left field and leading off in Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs and left-hander Shota Imanaga. Chourio left Game 1 due to hamstring tightness and underwent an MRI that produced inconclusive results. However, it appears the injury is not serious […]

Harrison Bader Not in Lineup for Game 2 of NLDS on Monday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) is not in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the National League Division Series on Monday against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park. Left-groin tightness was the reason Bader was pulled from the Game 1 loss to L.A. on Saturday. The 31-year-old veteran will not […]

Jackson Chourio's MRI Results Come Back Inconclusive

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) underwent an MRI after making an early exit during Saturday's Game 1 of the NLDS versus the Chicago Cubs. Chourio was pulled out after suffering hamstring tightness while running out a ball in the second inning. He underwent an MRI over the weekend, but the results were inconclusive. That's […]

Torii Hunter a Managerial Candidate for Angels

Longtime major-league outfielder Torii Hunter is expected to be a candidate to take over as the Angels' next manager, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. He joins legendary slugger and former Angel Albert Pujols among the early possibilities to succeed the departed Ron Washington. The 50-year-old Hunter enjoyed a decorated career across […]

Harrison Bader Could Play in Game 2 of NLDS

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) left a 5-3 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday with groin tightness. After Bader underwent an MRI, manager Rob Thomson told reporters that he did not suffer a tear or a strain. As a result, depending on how Bader responds to […]

Nathan Lukes Not in Lineup on Sunday for Game 2 of ALDS

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes isn't part of the starting nine for Game 2 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees on Sunday. The lefty-swinging Lukes will sit with southpaw Max Fried on the mound, leaving right field to No. 9 hitter Myles Straw. Lukes helped lead the Blue Jays to a 10-1 […]

Anthony Santander Sitting on Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will sit for Game 2 of the ALDS on Sunday against New York Yankees left-hander Max Fried. Santander started in left field in a 10-1 win on Saturday and went 1-for-3, but Davis Schneider will take his place and bat second as the Jays attempt to take a commanding […]

Addison Barger Out of Lineup for Game 2 of ALDS

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman/outfielder Addison Barger isn't in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees on Sunday. The lefty-swinging Barger, who went 1-for-4 in a 10-1 rout on Saturday, will take a seat with southpaw Max Fried on the mound. Ernie Clement will cover third base and […]

Harrison Bader Exits Game 1 with Groin Injury

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's Game 1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bader was pulled out for Nick Castellanos in the seventh inning for what was believed to be a hamstring injury. Now, the Phillies are saying Bader exited the contest due to groin tightness. […]

Victor Robles Playing in Game 1

Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles (shoulder) is in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's Game 1 of the ALDS versus the Detroit Tigers. Robles missed the final three games of the regular season due to a shoulder injury. However, the Mariners had a first-round bye, so that appears to have been enough time for Robles […]

Jackson Chourio Exits With Hamstring Injury in Game 1 of NLDS

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's Game 1 of the NLDS versus the Chicago Cubs. Chourio was pulled out of the contest after running out an infield single in the second inning. The 21-year-old was removed from the game for precautionary reasons due to hamstring tightness. […]

Anthony Santander Starting in Left Field in Game 1 of the ALDS

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder/designated hitter Anthony Santander is in the lineup for Game 1 of his team's American League Division Series matchup against the New York Yankees. Santander will play left field and bat seventh against Yankees right-hander Luis Gil. 2025 was a bit of a lost season for Santander, as he appeared in just […]

Cody Bellinger Dealing With Foot Injury, Expected to be Ready for Game 1 of ALDS

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger (foot) was seen limping during the Game 3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday in the wild-card series, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. However, Bellinger is receiving treatment and says that he expects to be ready for Game 1 of the American League Division Series on […]

Lawrence Butler Undergoes Knee Surgery on Friday

Athletics outfielder Lawrence Butler (knee) had successful surgery on his right patellar tendon on Friday, according to the team. Dr. Mike Banffy performed a partial tendon repair and debridement of chronic scar tissue in Butler's knee. Additionally, Butler also received a platelet-rich plasma injection in his left patellar tendon to address chronic tendonitis. He will […]

Masataka Yoshida Hitting Cleanup in Game 3 Against Yankees

Boston Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida is serving as the designated hitter and will bat cleanup in the deciding Game 3 of the wild-card series on Thursday in the Bronx against the division-rival New York Yankees and right-hander Cam Schlittler. Yoshida did not start either of the first two games of this series, but he […]

Parker Meadows Batting Ninth in Game 3 Against Guardians

Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows has been dropped to ninth in the batting order on Thursday for the deciding Game 3 of the wild-card series against the division-rival Cleveland Guardians. Meadows will patrol center field and will face Guardians right-hander Slade Cecconi. The 25-year-old will drop all the way from leadoff to the nine-hole after […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (10/2/2025)

We have three games this Thursday in MLB to close out our Wild Card round. What better day for a playoff home run article than "Elimination Day?" With the playoffs advancing, home runs are going to become rarer. I am going to give you my favorite home run from each playoff game today. I would […]

Chase DeLauter Making MLB Debut in Game 2 of Wild-Card Series

Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect Chase DeLauter will make his major-league debut on Wednesday in Game 2 of the wild-card series against the division-rival Detroit Tigers and right-hander Casey Mize at Progressive Field. DeLauter is starting in center field and will hit seventh in the batting order. It's a bold move by Cleveland after falling down […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (10/1/2025)

Welcome Back, RotoBallers! What a thrilling first day of the MLB playoffs! We are officially into October Baseball, and it's time we continue with some more banger home run props! The Dodgers game was filled with homers, and I expect that to happen once again. Let's dive into another day of postseason ball! I will […]

Austin Hays Returning for Game 1

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Austin Hays (back) is returning to the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's Game 1 of the Wild Card round against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Before this, Hays was held out of the final seven games of the regular season due to back spasms. It doesn't appear the issue was ever serious enough […]

Enrique Hernandez Playing in Game 1 of Wild-Card Series

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Enrique Hernandez is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's Game 1 of the Wild Card round. It looks like Hernandez is going to get plenty of chances in this series. The Dodgers have decided not to include Michael Conforto on the roster for this series. That being said, Hernandez and Andy […]

Chase DeLauter Will Make His Debut in the Wild Card Series

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Chase DeLauter didn't make his major league debut during the regular season, but he will be on the active roster for the Wild Card series and will make his debut in the postseason. DeLauter is the team's No. 2 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, but he underwent surgery to repair a right […]

MLB Home Run Player Prop Bets Today: Best Hitter HR Props (9/29/2025)

We have four games this Tuesday in MLB to open up our Wild Card round. What better day for a playoff home run article than "Dinger Tuesday?" With the playoffs beginning, home runs are going to become rarer. I am going to give you my favorite home run from each playoff game today. I would […]

Pirates Extend the Contract of Manager Don Kelly

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced on Monday that they extended the contract of manager Don Kelly, according to Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. "Donnie has earned the respect of the players, front office, and our fans - and he has certainly earned mine," owner Bob Nutting said. Pittsburgh put Kelly in the interim managerial role […]

Rangers, Bruce Bochy Mutually Agree to Part Ways

The Texas Rangers announced on Monday night that the club and manager Bruce Bochy have mutually agreed to end his managerial tenure with the organization. Bochy has been offered a front-office role to remain with the Rangers in an advisory capacity. The winningest active manager will not return as the skipper in Texas after a […]