Nate Pearson To Throw Bullpen Session Tuesday

Toronto Blue Jays right-handed pitcher Nate Pearson (illness) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Tuesday. The 25-year-old has been on a slow buildup track this year. He came down with mononucleosis in April and hasn't progressed beyond throwing bullpen sessions as of yet. There is no timeline for his return to action. The […]

Sixto Sanchez Begins To Throw From 90 Feet

Miami Marlins pitcher Sixto Sanchez (shoulder) has progressed to throwing from 90 feet, according to Marlins beat writer Jordan McPherson. It's been a while since we've seen Sanchez in the majors. He made seven starts for the Marlins in 2020, then missed the entirety of the 2021 season, undergoing shoulder surgery last July. He's had […]

Nick Ahmed Placed On Injured List Monday

The Arizona Diamondbacks placed shortstop Nick Ahmed on the injured list with an undisclosed injury on Monday. A move to the injured list without an injury designation typically means the move was COVID-related. However, Ahmed has also been dealing with right shoulder issues this year, so the move to the injured list could be related […]

Tyler Matzek To Land On Injured List Tuesday

The Atlanta Braves will be placing left-handed relief pitcher Tyler Matzek (shoulder) on the injured list prior to Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The team will be calling up fellow left-hander Tucker Davidson to take Matzek's roster spot. Davidson will be the team's starting pitcher for Tuesday's game. Matzek felt left shoulder soreness while […]

Antonio Senzatela Likely Headed To The Injured List

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela (back) is likely headed to the injured list, according to Rockies beat writer Danielle Allentuck. Senzatela's lower back began to tighten up in the first inning of his start against the San Francisco Giants on Monday and the injury got worse as the game went on. He went out […]

Cavan Biggio Reinstated And Sent To Triple-A

The Toronto Blue Jays reinstated infielder Cavan Biggio from the COVID-19 injured list on Monday. He has been optioned to Triple-A. The 27-year-old spent the first few weeks of the season in the majors before landing on the COVID-19 injured list. He struggled significantly during his time with the team, slashing .043/.214/.043 across 13 games. […]

Adam Frazier Heading To The Bench On Monday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Adam Frazier is getting the day off on Monday as the team takes on left-hander Yusei Kikuchi and the Toronto Blue Jays. Abraham Toro will be leading off and covering the keystone for the game. Frazier has been a mainstay in the leadoff spot for the team for most of the […]

Luis Gonzalez Headed To Triple-A

The San Francisco Giants will be optioning outfielder Luis Gonzalez to Triple-A Sacramento, according to Robert Murray of MLB Insider. The news is a bit surprising as the 26-year-old has been one of the team's best offensive producers in recent weeks. Over 21 games with the Giants, he's slashed .349/.397/.492 with two home runs, three […]

Aaron Judge Taking A Seat On Monday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is getting the day off on Monday as the team faces right-hander Kyle Bradish and the Baltimore Orioles. Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Hicks and Joey Gallo will be patrolling the outfield for the game. This is merely a regular day-off for Judge, who leads the majors with 12 home runs. […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Out Of The Lineup On Monday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is absent from the starting lineup for Monday's game against right-hander Chris Flexen and the Seattle Mariners. Raimel Tapia will be covering Gurriel's usual left field post in the game. Gurriel is off to a slow start to the year and he's been especially cold at the plate […]

Lucas Giolito Could Start Tuesday Or Wednesday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito was sent to the COVID-19 injured list on Friday. Luckily for Giolito, it appears as if his time on the COVID-19 injured list will be short. White Sox manager Tony La Russa spoke to reporters on Monday and stated that there is hope that Giolito will return soon […]

Brayan Bello Promoted To Triple-A

Boston Red Sox pitching prospect Brayan Bello will be promoted from Double-A to Triple-A, according to Red Sox beat writer Chris Cotillo. Bello is ranked as the team's top pitching prospect by MLB Pipeline. The 22-year-old right-hander has been excellent this year at Double-A. Over six starts, he's gone 4-2 with a 1.60 ERA and […]

Jesus Sanchez Getting A Breather On Monday

Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against right-hander Aaron Sanchez and the Washington Nationals. Bryan De La Cruz will be covering center field and batting seventh in the game. After a nice start to the year, Sanchez has gone ice cold at the plate in May. Over […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Likely To Return On Tuesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (groin) ran the bases ahead of Monday night's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Braves manager Brian Snitker stated that Acuna passed all the tests in his base running and in his other exercises on Monday. If Acuna recovers from Monday's workouts well, he is likely to return to action […]

Willy Adames May Require A Trip To The Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames (ankle) is set to have his ankle examined by doctors on Monday. Ahead of the examination, Brewers manager Craig Counsell stated that a stint on the injured list could be needed for Adames. The 26-year-old suffered a left ankle sprain in Sunday's game. Luckily, X-rays were negative and he still […]

Nelson Cruz Scratched With Flu-Like Symptoms On Monday

Washington Nationals designated hitter Nelson Cruz (illness) was a late scratch from the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Miami Marlins. He was dealing with flu-like symptoms when he arrived at the park. He spoke with the team's training staff, then wound up leaving the park. He was originally slated to hit out of […]

Austin Hays Takes Batting Practice On Monday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays (hand) went through batting practice on Monday. He is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game, but there is some hope that he could return on Tuesday or even be utilized off the bench on Monday. Orioles manager Brandon Hyde stated on Monday that Hays has progressed well. Hays […]

Jorge Mateo Still Dealing With Soreness

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Jorge Mateo (shoulder) is still experiencing left shoulder soreness, according to manager Brandon Hyde. Mateo injured his shoulder during Sunday's game after colliding with Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson on the way to first base. Hyde is optimistic that Mateo will be back soon, suggesting there's even a chance he could […]

Alex Reyes Shut Down With Shoulder Soreness

St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitcher Alex Reyes (shoulder) experienced shoulder soreness during his throwing session this past week. As a result, he has been shut down from throwing. Reyes underwent an MRI and the team is currently seeking a second opinion on him. Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol stated that this development for Reyes was "very" […]

Kevin Newman Expected To Begin Rehab Assignment Soon

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Kevin Newman (groin) has been on the shelf since April 26 due to groin tightness. On a radio show on Sunday, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington stated that the team expects Newman to being a rehab assignment soon and he added that the hope is for Newman's rehab to begin this coming […]

Joey Votto Begins Rehab Assignment At Triple-A

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto (illness) began his rehab assignment at Triple-A Louisville this past weekend. He played in two games and went 1-for-4 with three walks, an RBI, a run scored and two strikeouts. The 38-year-old landed on the COVID-19 injured list at the start of the month. The specifics of what Votto […]

Mike Minor Strikes Out Four At Triple-A Sunday

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Mike Minor (shoulder) made his second rehab start at Triple-A Louisville on Sunday. He pitched 2 1/3 innings and allowed three hits, one walk and two runs (one earned) while striking out four. He threw 60 pitches in the game with 41 of them winding up as strikes. Minor pitched three […]

Xander Bogaerts Would Consider In-Season Contract Offer

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts has the ability to opt out of his current contract after the 2022 season. The Red Sox were unable to ink him to an extension prior to the regular season and Bogaerts had said leading up to the year that he didn't want to discuss his contract once the […]

Jorge Mateo Diagnosed With Left Shoulder Contusion

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Jorge Mateo (shoulder) was removed from Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers. He was involved in a collision with Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson in the game. Mateo was attempting to run out a bunt when the two players collided. After the game, Mateo underwent X-rays and they came back negative. He […]

Victor Reyes Will Be Returning To The Injured List

Detroit Tigers outfielder Victor Reyes (quad) will be returning to the 10-day injured list, according to Tigers beat writer Cody Stavenhagen. Reyes was forced to exit Sunday's game against the Baltimore Orioles after suffering a right quad injury. The timing of the injury is unfortunate for Reyes as he had just been activated off the […]

Austin Meadows Headed To The 10-Day Injured List

Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Meadows (illness) will be placed on the 10-day injured list, according to multiple reports. Meadows has been dealing with dizziness and an inner ear infection. He missed two straight games, then attempted to return to the field on Sunday, but exited Sunday's game after just one inning. He is still experiencing […]

Nestor Cortes Allows One Run Over Eight Innings

New York Yankees starting pitcher Nestor Cortes had yet another fantastic outing against the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. He pitched eight innings and allowed three hits, no walks and one earned run while striking out seven. The only damage came on a solo home run off the bat of Adam Engel in the eighth […]

Andrew Kittredge Converts His Fifth Save On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge recorded his fifth save of the year on Sunday. He closed out the team's 3-0 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, pitching a scoreless ninth inning. He allowed one hit and no walks and didn't record any strikeouts. Kittredge has been the team's primary ninth inning arm this […]

David Bednar Records His Seventh Save On Sunday

Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher David Bednar closed out the team's 1-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday to earn his seventh save of the year. He retired each of the three batters he faced in the ninth inning, requiring just 13 total pitches. Bednar is a perfect 7-for-7 on save chances this season and […]

Hunter Greene Allows No Hits Over 7 1/3 Innings

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene had the most impressive start of his young career thus far in Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He pitched 7 1/3 innings and didn't allow a single hit while striking out nine batters. Unfortunately, he walked five batters and allowed a run to score on a fielder's choice […]