Michael Wacha Roughed Up In Sunday’s No-Decision

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Michael Wacha allowed five earned runs on 10 hits and one walk while striking out two across five innings during Sunday's 9-6 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He did not factor into the decision. The 30-year-old was hurt by the long ball and served up two homers to Cedric Mullins and […]

Austin Meadows Launches Solo Home Run On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, a double, and a strikeout in Sunday's 9-6 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He blasted a solo shot off Jorge Lopez to deep right field to trim the Orioles lead 4-2. It was his 21st long ball of the season. The 26-year-old […]

Brett Phillips Homers Twice, Drives In Five Runs

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Brett Phillips went 2-for-4 with two home runs, five RBI, and a strikeout in Sunday's 9-6 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He took Orioles reliever Cole Sulsler deep in the seventh inning to trim Baltimore's lead 5-3. The 27-year-old later belted the go-ahead grand slam off Paul Frye to left-center field […]

Jack Flaherty Expected To Return Against Pittsburgh

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jack Flaherty (oblique) could join the starting rotation for the upcoming series against the Pittsburgh Pirates next week. The 25-year-old has been sidelined since May 31 with an oblique strain. "I'm going to pitch in Pittsburgh," said Flaherty. "I feel healthy today." The Cardinals ace owned an (8-1) record along with […]

Freddie Freeman Absent From Sunday’s Lineup

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman (illness) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Washington Nationals. He exited Saturday's game against the Nationals due to an upper respiratory infection. The 31-year-old will get a breather Sunday and is considered day-to-day. His next chance to return will be Tuesday against the Cincinnati […]

Brendan Rodgers Suffered A Hand Contusion Saturday

Colorado Rockies' second baseman Brendan Rodgers (hand) exited with a hand contusion in the bottom of the sixth inning during Saturday's 7-4 win over the Marlins after being hit by a pitch. The 24-year-old went 1-for-3 with a double and a run scored before exiting. He was replaced in the game by Ryan McMahon. The […]

Josh Rojas Could Return Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Josh Rojas (finger) could be reinstated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, according to manager Torey Lovullo. He's been sidelined since mid-July with a dislocated finger. The 27-year-old began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Reno Friday. Barring any setbacks over the weekend, he could be reinstated from the 10-day injured list ahead […]

Shane McClanahan Fans Eight In Saturday’s Win

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan (6-4) allowed three earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out eight across seven innings to earn the win during Saturday's 12-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. He limited the Orioles to three runs across a career-high seven frames to pick up his sixth win of […]

Wander Franco Blasts Fourth Homer In Saturday’s Win

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Wander Franco went 1-for-5 with a solo home run during Saturday's 12-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. The rookie phenom took Orioles reliever Cesar Valdez deep in the eighth inning for the Rays fourth home run of the game. He's starting to heat up in August, hitting .300 (6-for-20) with a […]

Nelson Cruz Homers Again On Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run during Saturday's 12-3 win over the Orioles. He took Orioles starter Spenser Watkins deep in the fifth inning for his 23rd long ball of the season. The Boomstick has now homered in back-to-back games. Cruz has been red hot in August, […]

Yandy Diaz Launches Solo Home Run In Saturday’s Win

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Yandy Diaz went 1-for-5 with a solo home run during Saturday's 12-3 win over the Orioles. He took Spenser Watkins deep in the second inning to put the Rays on the scoreboard 1-0. It was his eighth long ball of the season. The 30-year-old is slashing /253/.363/.372 with a .735 OPS […]

Brandon Lowe Belts Grand Slam, Records Five RBI

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe went 2-for-5 with a grand slam, a double, a walk, and five RBI during Saturday's 12-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He blasted a grand slam off Orioles reliever Cesar Valdez in the eighth inning to extend the Rays lead 9-3. The 27-year-old drove in a season-high five runs […]

Kadarius Toney Closer To Full Return

New York Giants Head Coach Joe Judge said that rookie wide receiver Kadarius Toney is "doing more and more every day." "We're pleased with what he's doing on the field. He's progressing physically at a nice rate. Right now, we're building toward next week." The Giants rookie wideout is getting closer to a "full go" […]

J.D. Martinez Lands On The COVID Injured List

Boston Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Martinez was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Saturday. He wasn't feeling well and will be away from the team. It's unclear if Martinez tested positive or came into close contact with someone infected, as the results from the test weren't in yet. The 33-year-old will need to clear […]

Nick Anderson Will Throw Bullpen Session Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Nick Anderson (elbow) will throw a bullpen session on Saturday. The 31-year-old's rehab has been delayed due to COVID-related issues. He has been sidelined all season due to a partially torn UCL. Anderson is trending in the right direction but currently has no timetable for a return. He was excellent out […]

Juan Soto Expected To Be In Saturday’s Lineup

Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto (knee) is expected to be in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Atlanta Braves. He took batting practice during Friday's game and would have been able to pinch-hit. The Nationals outfielder tweaked his knee in the ninth inning of Thursday's game. Soto is slashing .298/.427/.500 with 18 home runs, […]

Rhys Hoskins Managing Groin Injury

Philadelphia Phillies' first baseman Rhys Hoskins (groin) is uncertain for Saturday's game against the New York Mets due to a groin injury. He missed Friday's game, and his availability for Saturday's contest is in question. The 28-year-old is considered day-to-day but could be available off the bench on Saturday. Hoskins is slashing .244/.332/.509 with 24 […]

Didi Gregorius Not Expected To Play Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) is not expected to play Saturday's game against the New York Mets due to elbow soreness. He told the team he could play the field but "couldn't hit again." The 31-year-old went 2-for-2 with a solo home run and a triple in Friday's 4-2 win over the Mets. He […]

Mookie Betts Exits Friday’s Loss Early

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) exited Friday's 4-3 loss to the Los Angeles Angels with right hip discomfort. He went 2-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored before being removed in the seventh inning. The severity of Betts injury is unknown at this time, and he's considered day-to-day. Betts has dealt with […]

Manuel Margot Reaches Base Four Times On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Manuel Margot went 3-for-4 with a walk, an RBI, and a run scored during Friday's 10-6 win over the Orioles. It was his first multi-hit effort since July 5, and he's now reached base in four straight contests. The 26-year-old is slashing .253/.299/.392 with nine home runs, 46 RBI, 33 runs […]

Ryan Yarbrough Yields Five Runs In Friday’s No-Decision

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough allowed five earned runs on five hits while striking out four over five innings during Friday's 10-6 win over the Orioles. He did not factor into the decision. Despite allowing five runs, the southpaw was efficient on Friday and did not walk a single batter. Yarbrough was hurt by […]

Nelson Cruz Drives In Five Runs On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz went 2-for-6 with a double, home run, and five RBI during Friday's 10-6 win over the Orioles. He launched a two-run shot off Conner Greene to tie the game 6-6. The 41-year-old later hit a two-run double in the eighth frame to give the Rays an 8-6 lead. […]

James Washington Requests Trade From Steelers

Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver James Washington has requested a trade. According to Schefter, Washington requested a trade based on his limited playing time last season and this preseason. The 25-year-old is buried on the wide receiver depth chart behind JuJu Smith-Schuster, Diontae Johnson, and Chase Claypool. Washington hauled in […]

Randy Arozarena Placed On The COVID-19 List

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Friday. He was deemed a close contact of someone who tested positive for the virus. This comes at the wrong time for the 2020 ALCS MVP, who was hitting a robust .458 (11-for-24) with three home runs and five RBI over his […]

Saquon Barkley “Likely” Back By Week 3

Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reports that New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) will likely be back by Week 3. "No one will rush him, no one has completely ruled out Week 1 either, " said Rapoport. The Giants will continue to take the "long-term" approach with their franchise running back as […]

Justin Dunn Has Setback In Recovery

Seattle Mariners pitcher Justin Dunn (shoulder) has fallen behind Justus Sheffield (forearm) in their rehab programs. Manager Scott Servais said, "he was disappointed he wasn't able to get up on the mound on this trip." Dunn has been sidelined since June 18 with a right shoulder strain. The 25-year-old could not complete a bullpen session […]

Justus Sheffield Set For Rehab Outing Friday

Seattle Mariners pitcher Justus Sheffield (forearm) will begin his first rehab assignment Friday with High-A Everett. He's been sidelined since July 7 with a left flexor strain. The 25-year-old continued to make progress and threw a successful bullpen session on Wednesday. Sheffield will most likely need a few rehab outings and is targeting an late-August […]

Travis d'Arnaud Could Be Activated By Tuesday

Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud (thumb) could be reinstated from the 60-day injured list by Tuesday. He is currently scheduled to play the next four games for Gwinnett. The Braves catcher began a rehab assignment on July 30 and will return by early next week. The 32-year-old has not been ruled for the team's weekend […]

MLB Extends Trevor Bauer’s Leave To August 13

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer's administrative leave will be extended through August 13. He has been on paid leave since July 2 as the MLB and MLBPA continue to investigate sexual assault allegations against him. This is the fourth time the date has been moved, and the MLB has not come to a resolution […]

Dinelson Lamet Throws One Inning In Rehab Assignment

San Diego Padres pitcher Dinelson Lamet (forearm) allowed one run on one hit and a walk while striking out two across one inning during a rehab outing with Low-A Lake Elsinore on Wednesday. He served up a solo home run while threw 9 of 16 pitches for strikes. The 29-year-old will work out of the […]