Ross Stripling Lands On The 15-Day Injured List

The San Francisco Giants placed right-hander Ross Stripling (back) on the 15-day injured list with a mild-back strain on Saturday. Sean Hjelle was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento in a corresponding move. Stripling experienced back soreness on Friday, and the injury was severe enough to warrant a trip to the injured list. The 33-year-old has struggled […]

Maikel Garcia Day-To-Day With Rib Inflammation

Kansas City Royals infielder Maikel Garcia (ribs) is day-to-day with rib inflammation. He experienced upper body soreness last weekend and missed last Saturday's game. The soreness is caused by costochondritis, an inflammation near his ribs. Garcia's injury isn't believed to be serious, and he was already feeling better on Saturday. The 23-year-old is slashing .284/.328/.379 […]

Joey Gallo Homers Twice In Saturday's Win Over Philadelphia

Minnesota Twins outfielder Joey Gallo went 4-for-4 with two home runs, four RBI, and a walk in Saturday's 8-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. He took Taijuan Walker deep in the fourth inning for his first home run of the game. The 29-year-old went deep again, blasting a three-run shot off Yunior Marte for his […]

Adbert Alzolay Secures Save No. 16

Chicago Cubs right-hander Adbert Alzolay struck out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. He entered the ninth inning of Saturday's game to protect a one-run lead. The 28-year-old tossed a perfect inning to earn his 16th save of the season. He has converted […]

Jason Foley Notches Save No. 5

Detroit Tigers right-hander Jason Foley allowed one hit across a scoreless 1 2/3 innings to earn the save during Saturday's 6-2 win over the Boston Red Sox. Foley entered the game in the eighth inning to protect a four-run lead. The 27-year-old allowed one hit but was able to record a four-out save to secure […]

Phil Maton Placed On The 15-Day Injured List

The Houston Astros placed right-hander Phil Maton (elbow) on the 15-day injured list Saturday. Maton was struck on the right elbow by a comebacker during his appearance in Friday's game against the Angels. The 30-year-old will miss at least the next two weeks. He owns a 3.04 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and a 58:21 K: BB […]

Javier Baez Set To Go On Bereavement List

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (knee) is leaving the team to head to Puerto Rico for his grandfather's funeral. Baez will be placed on the bereavement list, and the Tigers will announce a corresponding move on Sunday. The 30-year-old was scratched from Saturday's game against the Red Sox with a sore knee. Baez is slashing […]

Dylan Carlson Out A Couple Of Weeks

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dylan Carlson (oblique) is expected to be out for "at least a couple of weeks" with a strained left oblique. Carlson said he felt something while taking a swing during Wednesday's win over the Rays. The 24-year-old has been sidelined since and likely won't return until September. He has struggled this […]

Pierre Strong Jr. Has Nine Touches In Preseason Opener

New England Patriots running back Pierre Strong Jr. rushed for 21 yards on six attempts and caught all three of his targets for 12 yards in Thursday's 20-9 preseason loss to the Houston Texans. The Patriots rotated Strong and Kevin Harris by drive, with Strong getting the first crack on the team's first offensive possession. […]

Kevin Harris Logs Eight Rushing Attempts In Preseason Opener

New England Patriots running back Kevin Harris rushed for 10 yards on eight attempts in Thursday's 20-9 preseason loss to the Houston Texans. The 22-year-old led the team in rushing attempts but didn't do much damage on the ground, averaging just 1.9 yards per carry. New England rotated Pierre Strong Jr. and Harris by drive, […]

Tyquan Thornton Racks Up 31 Yards In Preseason Opener

New England Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton caught both of his targets for 31 yards in Thursday's 20-9 preseason loss to the Houston Texans. Bailey Zappe connected with Thornton for a 27-yard completion late in the first quarter. The 23-year-old has struggled during training camp. It was good to see Thornton make a massive play […]

Bailey Zappe Efficient In Preseason Opener

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe completed 12-of-14 passes for 79 yards in Thursday's 20-9 preseason loss to the Houston Texans. Zappe drew the start for New England as the Patriots gave quarterback Mac Jones the night off. The 24-year-old played the entire first half but could only lead the offense to three points. Zappe […]

Erik Swanson Earns Shaky Save On Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Erik Swanson allowed one earned run on three hits over a 2/3 of an inning in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Boston Red Sox. He picked up his fourth save of the season. The 29-year-old entered the game in the ninth inning with a two-run lead and one out. Swanson allowed […]

Taylor Ward Undergoes Facial Surgery

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward (face) underwent facial surgery Friday. He fractured several bones in the face after being hit by a pitch on July 29th's game against the Blue Jays. The 29-year-old is slashing .253/.335/.421 with 14 home runs, 47 RBI, 60 runs, and four stolen bases across 356 plate appearances in 2023. […]

Brandon Marsh Exits Early With Bruised Knee

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh (knee) exited Saturday's win over the Kansas City Royals with a bruised left knee. He went 1-for-2 before being removed in the top of the fifth inning on Saturday. The 25-year-old will undergo further testing, which will determine if Marsh is going to miss additional time. He is slashing .284/..369/.463 […]

J.D. Martinez Will Receive Day Off Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez is not expected to be in the lineup for Monday's game against the San Diego Padres. He started Saturday's game and will likely be in the lineup on Sunday. Martinez has missed time with a hamstring injury, and the Dodgers will be cautious with him by resting him […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Exits Early With Hamstring Cramp

Miami Marlins outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (hamstring) exited Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers with a right hamstring cramp. The 25-year-old went 1-for-1 with an RBI and a BB before leaving. A left oblique strain and a turf toe have limited Chisholm to 50 games in 2023. He is slashing .253/..312/.462 with 10 home runs, […]

Anthony DeSclafani Expected To Miss Rest Of Season

San Francisco Giants right-hander Anthony DeSclafani (elbow) will receive a platelet-rich plasma injection in his right elbow. He is expected to be shut down from throwing for six to eight weeks. DeSclafani is expected to miss the rest of the season. The 33-year-old has missed a ton of time over the last two seasons with […]

Jordan Montgomery Traded To The Rangers

St. Louis Cardinals left-hander Jordan Montgomery and right-hander Chris Stratton were traded to the Texas Rangers in exchange for infielder Thomas Saggese, right-hander Tekoah Roby, and left-hander John King. The Cardinals have been trading key pieces and moved closer Jordan Hicks to the Blue Jays before dealing for Montgomery. The 30-year-old has been solid for […]

Clayton Kershaw Throws Three Innings In Simulated Game

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw (shoulder) threw three innings in a simulated game Saturday. The following steps will likely be based on how he feels in the coming days. Barring any setbacks, the Dodgers are hopeful Kershaw will return to the rotation next week. The 35-year-old last pitched on June 27 and could need […]

Nathan Eovaldi's Start On Sunday Pushed Back Due To Elbow Soreness

Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (elbow) won't start Sunday against the Padres due to some soreness in his elbow. According to Rangers manager Bruce Bochy, Eovaldi underwent an MRI, which came back clean. The 33-year-old is not expected to be placed on the injured list. He has yet to pitch since July 18. Eovaldi has […]

Jonathan India Dealing With Left Heel Pain

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India (heel) was scratched from Saturday's lineup against the Dodgers due to left heel pain. He has started at second base in eight of the last 10 games. It's unclear when India sustained the heel injury; he is considered day-to-day. The 26-year-old is slashing .251/.336/.409 with 14 home runs, 52 […]

Luisangel Acuna Heads To The Mets As Part Of Scherzer Deal

The Texas Rangers traded shortstop prospect Luisangel Acuna to the New York Mets as of the blockbuster deal to acquire ace Max Scherzer. Acuna is the younger brother of Atlanta Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. According to MLB Pipeline, Acuna is MLB's No. 44 prospect. The 21-year-old is slashing .323/.384/.472 with eight home runs […]

Cardinals Not Trading Nolan Arenado

According to St. Louis Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak, star third baseman Nolan Arenado will not be traded. "I have stated we are not trading him, have not asked him to waive his no-trade clause," said Mozeliak. "So, at this time, we are working on building for future success." With the Cardinals selling, there were […]

Max Scherzer Officially Heading To The Rangers

New York Mets ace Max Scherzer was traded to the Texas Rangers in exchange for prospect Luisangel Acuna on Saturday. The 39-year-old will waive his full no-trade clause so the deal goes through. According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, Scherzer exercised his player option (43.33 million) for the 2024 season, and he will be a […]

Zach Logue Optioned To Triple-A Toledo Thursday

Detroit Tigers left-hander Zach Logue was optioned to Triple-A Toledo on Thursday. He allowed three runs on six hits while striking out five across four innings in Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Angels. He has been shelled for nine runs over his previous two outings. The 27-year-old owns a 7.36 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, […]

Taylor Ward Launches Two Home Runs Thursday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward went 2-for-8 with two home runs, three RBI, three runs, and a walk during both games of Thursday's doubleheader against the Detroit Tigers. Ward blasted a two-run shot and a solo homer in Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader off southpaw Zach Logue. The 29-year-old is up to 14 home […]

Willson Contreras Considered Day-To-Day

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras (head) is considered day-to-day after exiting Thursday's game against the Chicago Cubs early with a scalp laceration. Cubs outfielder Ian Happ's backswing hit Contreras in the back of the head during the first inning, and he was immediately removed from Thursday's contest. The 31-year-old was replaced in the game […]

Touki Toussaint Will Start Friday Versus Cleveland

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Touki Toussaint is set to start Friday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. The White Sox recently dealt right-hander Lucas Giolito to the Angels on Wednesday. Friday would have initially been Giolito's return to the rotation. Toussaint owns a 4.06 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, and a 25: 22 K: BB across 31 […]

Brian Anderson Expected To Return In August

Milwaukee Brewers' third baseman/outfielder Brian Anderson (back) isn't expected to return from the injured list until early-to-mid August. He has been sidelined since July 16 after suffering a lower-back strain. The 30-year-old took grounders and hit in the cage earlier in the week. Anderson is slashing .229/.317/.373 with nine homers and 38 RBI over 383 […]