Brandon Crawford Begins Light Activity Thursday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (knee) will throw and do some light activity Thursday. Last Saturday, he was placed on the 10-day injured list due to right knee inflammation. The 35-year-old got a cortisone shot in his left knee on Sunday and planned to do some light baseball activity since landing on the injured […]

Tarik Skubal Strikes Out Nine In Thursday's Win

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (7-8) allowed one unearned run on two hits and two walks while striking out nine across six innings in Thursday's 7-2 win over the Oakland Athletics. He picked up his seventh win of the season. The southpaw threw 92 pitches, landing 63 for strikes. The 25-year-old has struck out at […]

Brusdar Graterol Won't Return When First Eligible

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) will not return from the injured list when first eligible on Tuesday. He didn't play catch over the All-Star break but is pain-free. The 23-year-old was placed on the injured list last Thursday with right shoulder inflammation. He's pitched well as the Dodgers' primary setup man, racking up […]

Tommy La Stella Set For Rehab Assignment On Friday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Tommy La Stella (illness) will begin a rehab assignment Friday with Triple-A Sacramento. He was placed on the COVID-19 injured list on July 8 and will ramp up his activity in the minors before returning to the big leagues. The 33-year-old is slashing .241/.281/.375 with two home runs, 11 RBI, […]

Jacob deGrom Strikes Out 10 In Simulated Game

New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom (shoulder) threw 60 pitches across four innings during a simulated game on Thursday. The right-hander looked incredible on Thursday and struck out 10 of the 13 batters he faced. According to one Mets source, "he looks like Jake." The 34-year-old reportedly is "feeling good after the outing." As for […]

Chris Taylor Takes Swings And Fields Grounders

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor (foot) hasn't resumed running, but he is taking swings, fielding grounders and throwing. He was placed on the injured list after suffering a small fracture in his left foot on July 4. The 31-year-old's return from the IL is to be determined, and the Dodgers should have more of […]

Paul DeJong Named International League Player Of The Week

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong was named the International League Player of the Week on Tuesday. He led all International League hitters with three home runs, 11 RBI, and seven runs scored while posting a 1.273 OPS across six games. The Cardinals optioned DeJong to Triple-A Memphis on May 10. Since being demoted, the […]

Nick Pivetta Surrenders Seven Runs In Saturday's Loss

Boston Red Sox pitcher Nick Pivetta (8-7) allowed seven runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out four over 4 1/3 innings in Saturday's 14-1 loss to the New York Yankees. He picked up his seventh loss of the season. The right-hander struggled right out of the gate, yielding four runs in the […]

Chris Archer Will Start Sunday Vs. The White Sox

Minnesota Twins pitcher Chris Archer (hip) will return from the injured list to start Sunday against the Chicago White Sox. He was placed on the 15-day injured list with hip tightness retroactive to July 2. The 33-year-old owns a 2-3 record along with a 3.08 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and a 47:30 K: BB across 61 […]

Adley Rutschman Homers In Saturday's Win

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman went 1-for-1 with a solo homer run and a sacrifice fly in Saturday's 6-4 extra-inning win over the Tampa Bay Rays. He didn't start Saturday's game but entered the contest in the eighth inning as a pinch hitter. The top prospect smashed a solo shot to right field to tie […]

Matt Carpenter Homers Twice, Drives In Seven Runs

New York Yankees infielder Matt Carpenter went 2-for-4 with two home runs, a walk, three total runs, and seven total RBI in Saturday's 14-1 rout over the Boston Red Sox. He belted a three-run shot in the first inning to give the Yankees the lead. The veteran followed up with another three-run shot in the […]

Aaron Judge Crushes Two Homers In Saturday's Win

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge went 3-for-3 with a pair of home runs, a walk, three total runs, and three total RBI in a 14-1 victory against Boston on Saturday. He belted a solo homer in the fifth inning and a two-run shot in the sixth frame. The 30-year-old has homered three times over […]

Mike Trout Misses Fourth Consecutive Game

Los Angeles outfielder Mike Trout (back) was a late scratch from Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was expected to return from a three-game absence on Saturday, but his back reportedly didn't feel right during pregame warmups. The 30-year-old missed his fourth straight contest with upper back spasms. The Angels are off Sunday; […]

Ian Happ Ejected From Saturday's Game

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ was ejected from Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the New York Mets for arguing balls and strikes. He went 0-for-7 during Saturday's doubleheader. Happ was replaced in the game by Christopher Morel. The 27-year-old is slashing .274/.365/.446 with nine home runs, 41 RBI, 40 runs, and six stolen bases […]

Justin Verlander Fans 10 In Saturday's Win

Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander (12-3) allowed six hits while striking out 10 across six scoreless innings in Saturday's 5-0 win over the Oakland Athletics. He returned on Saturday after being away from the team since July 7 due to a family issue. The 39-year-old cruised through six scoreless innings to earn his 12th win […]

Felix Bautista Dealing With Upper Body Soreness

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Felix Bautista was unavailable for Saturday's game against Tampa Bay due to upper-body soreness. Orioles manager Brandon Hyde didn't provide any more specifics about his injury. The 27-year-old is considered day-to-day. He has racked up 12 holds, a 1.72 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, and 44:14 K: BB across 36 2/3 innings in 2022. […]

Yandy Diaz "Should Be Ok" After HBP

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Yandy Diaz was hit by a pitch during the ninth inning of Saturday's win over the Baltimore Orioles. According to manager Kevin Cash, Diaz "should be Ok" after getting hit in the forearm by a pitch. The 30-year-old went 0-for-4 before exiting Saturday's game. He is considered day-to-day. Diaz is slashing […]

Jared Walsh Absent From Saturday's Lineup

Los Angeles first baseman Jared Walsh is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He will take a seat after hitting 0.59 (1-for-17) over his last five games. The 28-year-old has struggled in July, slashing 0.75/.119/.075 with an RBI in 12 games. Overall, Walsh is slashing .236/.280/.412 with 13 home […]

Carlos Rodon Dealing With Finger Issues

San Francisco Giants pitcher Carlos Rodon (finger) has a blood blister and a split nail. The southpaw allowed one run on eight hits and three walks while striking out seven across five innings in last Thursday's start against the Milwaukee Brewers. He won't pitch in the All-Star game due to his minor finger injuries. The […]

Jose Altuve Day-To-Day With Leg Contusion

Updating a previous report, Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (leg) is considered day-to-day with a leg contusion. He exited Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Angels early after being hit by a pitch in the knee during the first inning. The 32-year-old limped towards first base after the HBP and was eventually removed from […]

J.T. Realmuto Reinstated From Restricted List

The Philadelphia Phillies reinstated catcher J.T. Realmuto from the restricted list on Thursday. He and third baseman Alec Bohm are the most notable players who landed on the restricted list and could not travel for the team's previous series at Toronto. The 31-year-old will return to his role as Philadelphia's primary catcher. He is slashing […]

Ozzie Albies Targeting Late-August Return

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (foot) is hoping to return mid-to late-August. The 25-year-old underwent successful surgery to stabilize a fracture in his left foot in June. According to Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos, Albies is at 75 percent weight-bearing. "We're probably looking at mid- to late-August or, worst case, the beginning of September," […]

Michael Brantley Will Undergo Further Evaluation

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley (shoulder) has flown back to Houston to be evaluated further by the team doctors. According to Astros manager Dusty Baker, the veteran outfielder didn't feel right after taking swings on Tuesday. He was placed on the injured list with a shoulder issue in late June and has no timetable for […]

Jurickson Profar Could Return Friday

San Diego Padres outfielder Jurickson Profar (concussion, neck) could be activated from the 7-day concussion list ahead of Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He will play in a rehab game on Thursday and could be activated on Friday. The 29-year-old was placed on the 7-day concussion list last Friday. He was involved in a […]

Jose Altuve Exits Early After Hit By Pitch

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (knee) exited Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Angels early after being hit by a pitch in the knee during the first inning. He limped towards first base after the HBP and was eventually removed from Thursday's game. The severity of Altuve's injury is unknown, and the 32-year-old is […]

Camilo Doval Picks Up The Win On Wednesday

San Francisco Giants pitcher Camilo Doval allowed one hit while striking out two across a scoreless inning during Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. He entered the ninth inning during a tied 3-3 game. The 25-year-old tossed a scoreless inning to preserve the tie. He picked up the win when the Giants shortstop Brandon […]

Paul Sewald Secures 12th Save On Wednesday

Seattle Mariners pitcher Paul Sewald allowed one run on two hits while striking out three across an inning to earn the save during Game 2 of Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Washington Nationals. He also picked up the save in Game 1 of Wednesday's 6-4 win by recording the final out in the ninth inning. […]

Joe Barlow Placed On The 15-Day Injured List

The Texas Rangers placed pitcher Joe Barlow (finger) on the 15-day injured list Wednesday due to a right index finger blister. He was recently removed from the closer's role as the team uses a committee to approach save situations. The 26-year-old owned a 3.26 ERA, 1.02 WHIP, and a 23:8 K: BB across 30 1/3 […]

Eloy Jimenez Leaves Early With Leg Tightness

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (leg) was removed from Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians with right leg tightness. He went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts before exiting early during the seventh inning. The severity of his injury is unknown at this time, and he will undergo further evaluation after the game. Jimenez recently returned […]

Matt Barnes Shifted To The 60-Day Injured List

Boston Red Sox pitcher Matt Barnes (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Wednesday. He won't be eligible to return until the end of July. The 32-year-old has been sidelined since May 31 with fluid buildup in his shoulder. He posted a 7.94 ERA, 1.71 WHIP, 14 strikeouts and 12 walks in 20 appearances […]