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Paul Sewald Earns His Second Save On Monday
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Paul Sewald converted his second save of the season on Monday. He closed out the team's 7-6 victory over the Oakland Athletics, pitching a scoreless ninth inning during which he allowed one hit and recorded one strikeout. Sewald is 2-for-3 on save opportunities on the year with a 2.40 ERA and […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoFreddy Peralta Expected To Miss Significant Time
Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell provided an updated on injured starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (shoulder) on Monday. He stated that Peralta will miss "significant" time, but that the team is optimistic he will return later this season. An MRI on Peralta's shoulder revealed a posterior shoulder strain. The injury likely won't lead to Peralta needing […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoTylor Megill Plays Long Toss On Monday
New York Mets starting pitcher Tylor Megill (biceps) completed a session of long toss on Monday. According to the Mets, the session went well. Megill will require at least one rehab start prior to making his return. The 26-year-old has been sidelined for just under two weeks now due to right biceps tendinitis. He's gone […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoRamon Laureano Remains Day-To-Day
Oakland Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano (hand) has missed two straight games after being hit in his right hand by a pitch on Saturday. On Monday, Athletics manager Mark Kotsay provided an update on Laureano, stating that he was doing better but that he remained day-to-day. Laureano made his season debut on May 8 after serving […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoNate Pearson To Begin Rehab Assignment At Low-A This Week
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Nate Pearson (illness) will be sent out on a rehab assignment at Low-A Dunedin this week, according to Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca. The 25-year-old threw a bullpen session on Monday and it seems as if the session was completed without any hitches. Pearson came down with mononucleosis this spring and he […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoKris Bryant To Be Reevaluated On Tuesday
Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (back) was a late scratch from the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates due to back soreness. After the game, Rockies manager Bud Black stated that Bryant's back flared up on him and added that the veteran would be reevaluated on Tuesday. Bryant is off to a […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoHunter Renfroe Exits With Hamstring Discomfort
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Hunter Renfroe (hamstring) was removed from Monday's game against the San Diego Padres due to right hamstring discomfort. Lorenzo Cain came on as a pinch-hitter for him in the fourth inning and remained in the game the rest of the way. Renfroe ran from first to home while scoring a run on […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoFernando Tatis Jr. To Undergo Bone Scan Monday
San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (wrist) is set to have another bone scan on his left wrist on Monday. His last scan showed progress. According to Padres beat writer Kevin Acee, if Monday's scan shows additional progress, Tatis could be cleared to grip a bat. The 23-year-old could be back in action in […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoKyle Lewis Could Be Activated Tuesday
Seattle Mariners outfielder Kyle Lewis (knee) is set to meet with the Mariners' athletic trainers. The training staff will determine if he's ready to be activated for his 2022 debut. Mariners manager Scott Servais is hopeful that Lewis will be cleared by the training staff and activated prior to Tuesday's game against the Oakland Athletics. […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoEduardo Rodriguez's X-Rays Come Back Negative
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (rib) received the results from X-rays on his ribs. They came back negative for a stress reaction. E-Rod will remain shut down for the next week and the plan is for him to begin a throwing program at some point during the team's long upcoming homestand, which spans from […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoFreddy Peralta Placed On 15-Day Injured List
The Milwaukee Brewers have officially placed starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list with a right lat strain. The 25-year-old suffered the injury during Sunday's game. After the contest, all indications were that Peralta would require a trip to the injured list. His timeline is a bit unclear, but we at least […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJosh Hader Placed On Family Medical Emergency List
The Milwaukee Brewers placed closer Josh Hader on the family medical emergency list on Monday. He will not be available for Monday night's game against the San Diego Padres and it's unclear at this point how long he'll be away from the team. Devin Williams will likely serve as the team's closer with Hader out. […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJustin Turner Getting A Breather On Monday
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner is getting the day off on Monday as the team takes on right-hander Joan Adon and the Washington Nationals. Max Muncy is shifting over to cover third base and Edwin Rios is filling in as designated hitter. Turner has been showing some signs of life lately after a […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoDJ LeMahieu Taking A Seat On Monday
New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against right-hander Jordan Lyles and the Baltimore Orioles. Gleyber Torres will be covering the keystone and Marwin Gonzalez will be at the hot corner. Meanwhile, Anthony Rizzo is leading off for the game. LeMahieu went 1-for-4 with a grand slam […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoKris Bryant Scratched With Back Soreness Monday
Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (back) was scratched from the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He is reportedly dealing with back soreness. While he will no longer be starting, he will be available off the bench for the game. Sam Hilliard is taking Bryant's spot in left field for the game. […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoEdwin Diaz Records His 10th Save In Sunday's Win
New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz closed out the team's 2-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Sunday to earn his 10th save of the year. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit and no walks while striking out two. Diaz was charged with his second blown save of the year in his […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJ.T. Realmuto Hitting .169/.246/.271 In May
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto has been slumping at the plate so far in May. Over 16 appearances this month, he is slashing .169/.246/.271 with just three extra-base hits: a home run, a double and a triple. The 31-year-old veteran currently has an average exit velocity of 86.3 mph, which is down significantly from what […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJorge Polanco Reaches Base Four Times On Sunday
Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco had a busy day on the base paths in the team's 7-6 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday. He went 2-for-3 with two singles, two walks, an RBI and two runs scored. Through 40 games this year, Polanco is slashing .231/.335/.367 with four home runs, two stolen bases, […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJavier Baez Hits His Third Home Run On Sunday
Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez helped the team defeat the Cleveland Guardians 4-2 on Sunday. He went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a pair of strikeouts in the game. The home run was his third of the year and his first since April 26. Baez has been really struggling at the plate thus […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoAustin Riley Goes Hitless Over The Weekend
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley had a rough time at the plate in this past weekend's series against the Miami Marlins. He went a combined 0-for-12 with a walk and three strikeouts over the three-game set. The 25-year-old started the year off strong, hitting six home runs while posting a .928 OPS in April. […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJose Berrios Looking To Build Off His Best Start So Far
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios had his best start of the year so far in his last trip to the mound against the Seattle Mariners this past Tuesday. He pitched seven scoreless innings and allowed six hits and two walks while striking out four. He entered the game with a 5.82 ERA on […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoFrancisco Lindor Goes 2-For-4 In Sunday's Win
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor helped the team capture a 2-0 win over the Colorado Rockies on Sunday. He went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored in the game. May hasn't been kind to Lindor so far. He's currently slashing just .192/.301/.282 across the month with only three extra-base hits (two home […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoRobbie Ray Carrying 5.55 ERA In May
Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Robbie Ray has been underwhelming to say the least in the follow-up to his 2021 AL Cy Young award-winning season. Over nine starts on the year, he's gone 4-4 with a 4.77 ERA and a 1.19 WHIP. We've seen his strikeout rate decrease from 32.1% last year to 25.8% this year […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoFranchy Cordero Delivers Walk-Off Grand Slam
Boston Red Sox outfielder Franchy Cordero was the hero in the team's 8-4 win over the Seattle Mariners on Sunday. Coming up to bat with two outs and the bases loaded in the 10th inning of a 4-4 tie, Cordero launched his first home run of the year. It was a walk-off grand slam, completing […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoGregory Soto Locks Down His Seventh Save On Sunday
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Gregory Soto closed out the team's 4-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday. He only required eight pitches to get through a scoreless ninth inning. It was one of the rare uneventful save opportunities for Soto this year. It was just the second time this year where he was able […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoSandy Alcantara Pitches Complete Game On Sunday
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara pitched his first complete game of the year in the team's 4-3 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday. He allowed six hits, two walks and three runs (all unearned) while striking out seven. Alcantara is known for his ability to pitch deep into games. He'd already had two […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoBrandon Belt Placed On Injured List With Knee Inflammation
The San Francisco Giants placed first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Infielder Kevin Padlo was called up from Triple-A in a corresponding move. Belt is currently hampered by right knee inflammation. He hasn't played since Wednesday, so the move to the injured list doesn't come as much of a […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoMike Clevinger Lands On Injured List With Triceps Strain
The San Diego Padres placed starting pitcher Mike Clevinger (triceps) on the 15-day injured list on Sunday with a right triceps strain. The move is retroactive to May 21. Clevinger was originally slated to start on Sunday, but he was pushed back a day as MacKenzie Gore got the start. Now the Padres have an […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoFreddy Peralta Exits With Shoulder Injury On Sunday
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (shoulder) was removed in the fourth inning of his start against the Washington Nationals on Sunday. While the specifics of the injury have yet to be revealed, it appears as if it is related to his right shoulder. The right-hander pointed to the area behind his right shoulder prior […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJoey Gallo, Kyle Higashioka Land On COVID Injured List
The New York Yankees placed outfielder Joey Gallo and catcher Kyle Higashioka on the COVID-19 injured list prior to Game 1 of the team's doubleheader against the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. In corresponding moves, the team called up relief pitcher David McKay from Triple-A and signed catcher Rob Brantly to a major league contract, […]
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