Ketel Marte Scratched From Game 2 Vs. The Dodgers

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (undisclosed) was scratched from the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was a late scratch for undisclosed reasons. The 28-year-old came off the bench for Game 1 and went 2-for-2 with two RBI. It's unknown at this time if Marte is dealing […]

Chris Bassitt Strikes Out Eight In Saturday's No-Decision

New York Mets pitcher Chris Bassitt allowed one run on five hits and three walks while striking out eight during Saturday's 5-4 win over the Seattle Mariners. He did not factor into the decision. The 33-year-old escaped a first-inning jam and threw five scoreless frames until surrendering a run in the sixth inning. He threw […]

Mark Melancon Tagged With The Loss Saturday

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Mark Melancon (0-5) allowed three runs on two hits and two walks while failing to record an out during Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs. He was tagged with the loss. Melancon entered a tied game in the ninth inning. The 37-year-old struggled mightily and failed to record a single out. […]

Bailey Ober Begins Rehab Assignment Sunday

Minnesota Twins pitcher Bailey Ober (groin) will begin his rehab assignment Sunday at Triple-A St. Paul. He was initially scheduled to pitch Saturday, but the game was postponed due to inclement weather. The 26-year-old threw a 20-pitch bullpen session last Wednesday. He owns a 2.75 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, and 16 strikeouts across 19 2/3 innings. […]

Stephen Strasburg Throws Two Simulated Innings

Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg (neck, shoulder) threw two innings in a simulated game at extended spring training Friday. The 33-year-old threw 27 pitches on Friday and will continue to build up to 90 pitches. He has been out all year as he returns from thoracic outlet surgery. Strasburg will continue to build up his […]

David Robertson, Marcus Stroman Play Catch On Saturday

Chicago Cubs pitchers David Robertson (undisclosed) and Marcus Stroman (undisclosed) play catch on Saturday. Both Cubs pitchers were placed on the COVID-19 injured last Sunday. According to Cubs manager David Ross, Stroman and Robertson feel better, but a return date remains unclear. Robertson owns a 1.50 ERA, 0.75 WHIP, and 17 strikeouts over 12 innings […]

MRI Comes Back Clean For Ronald Acuna Jr., Remains Day-To-Day

Atlanta Braves Ronald Acuna Jr. (groin) underwent an MRI on Saturday, returning negative. He is "day-to-day" with groin soreness. "It's the best news possible," Braves manager Brian Snitker said. "There was nothing big. He's just going to be day-to-day. I don't know how long it will be. But there's nothing from the MRI that showed […]

Lance Lynn Close To Facing Live Hitters

Chicago White Sox pitcher Lance Lynn (knee) Lynn is getting close to facing live hitters. According to White Sox manager Tony La Russa, he's a bullpen or two away from facing live hitters. The 35-year-old is on track to return to the mound in early June. He underwent knee surgery just before the started and […]

Austin Meadows Will Return Sunday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Meadows (illness) will be back in the lineup for Sunday's game against Baltimore Orioles. He's missed back-to-back games due to an inner ear infection. The 27-year-old pregame work on Saturday went well and should return to the lineup for the series finale. Meadows is slashing .270/.365/.350 with 11 RBI and nine […]

Tyler Stephenson Exits Saturday's Game Early

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson (head) exited Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates early after getting struck in the face mask by a foul tip. He went 0-for-1 with a strikeout before leaving and was replaced by Aramis Garcia. Stephenson spent time on the concussion list earlier in the season. The 25-year-old is considered day-to-day, […]

Michael Pineda Suffers Broken Finger

Detroit Tigers pitcher Michael Pineda (finger) suffered a broken finger on his right hand and is expected to be placed on the injured list. He exited Saturday's start against the Baltimore Orioles early after being hit in the hand by a comebacker during the second inning. He sustained a broken right middle finger, and no […]

Garrett Cooper Exits Saturday's Game Early

Miami Marlins outfielder Garrett Cooper (leg) exited Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers after fouling a pitch off himself in the bottom of the sixth inning. He went 1-for-4 with an RBI and two strikeouts before leaving. The severity of Cooper's injury is unknown, and he is day-to-day. The 31-year-old was replaced by Erik Gonzalez, […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Scheduled For An MRI Saturday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (groin) is scheduled for an MRI on Saturday. Due to groin soreness, he was out of the lineup for Saturday's contest against the San Diego Padres. The 24-year-old superstar has missed the team's last three games and remains day-to-day. His MRI should provide the Braves with a better idea […]

Gregory Soto Remains Detroit's Closer

Detroit Tigers Gregory Soto remains the team's primary closer for now. According to manager A.J. Hinch, "Gregory Soto will pitch the ninth tomorrow with the lead." This season, the 27-year-old has struggled with his command, posting a 7.7 BB:9 and a 1.71 WHIP across 9 1/3 innings. The 27-year-old plunked back-to-back batters, struck out one-hitter, […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Remains Out, Not Starting Saturday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (groin) isn't in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the San Diego Padres. He is dealing with groin soreness and remains day-to-day. The 24-year-old superstar will miss his third consecutive game. Marcell Ozuna will start in left field while William Contreras serves as the team's designated hitter. Contreras […]

Tyler O'Neill, Harrison Bader Not In Saturday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals outfielders Tyler O'Neill and Harrison Bader aren't in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the San Francisco Giants. O'Neill has struggled at the plate recently and is 1-for-12 with five strikeouts over his last three games. Bader will sit for the second time over the team's previous three contests. Juan Yepez […]

Austin Meadows Absent From Saturday's Lineup

Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Meadows (illness) isn't in the starting lineup against the Baltimore Orioles. He will miss his second consecutive game due to an inner-ear infection. The 27-year-old remains day-to-day. Willi Castro will draw the start and is batting sixth in Saturday's lineup. Castro has collected multi-hit efforts in three of his last five […]

Royce Lewis Hits Grand Slam For First Career Homer

Minnesota Twins shortstop Royce Lewis went 2-for-4 with a grand slam and an additional run scored in Friday's 12-8 win over the Cleveland Guardians. Lewis took Bryan Shaw deep in the fifth inning with the bases loaded for the first long ball of his career. The 22-year is off to a hot start since being […]

Will Smith Dealing With A Pectoral Issue, Will Return Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (pectoral) is managing a pectoral issue but will return to the lineup Saturday against the Philadelphia Phillies. He was out of the lineup and didn't make an appearance in Friday's game. According to manager Dave Roberts, Smith will be the team's designated hitter on Saturday and then catch the […]

George Springer Dealing With A "Mild Ankle Sprain"

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer's ankle sprain that forced him to exit Friday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays is considered mild. According to Blue Jays manager Charles Montoya, the preliminary assessment is a "mild" ankle sprain for Springer. The 32-year-old won't be sent for any imaging and is considered day-to-day. He went 0-for-2 […]

X-Rays Negative On Alex Verdugo

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (foot) underwent x-rays on his bruised right foot, which turned out to be negative. He exited Friday's game against the Rangers with a right-foot contusion. The 25-year-old went 1-for-3 with an RBI double and a run scored before leaving. He avoided a significant injury and is considered day-to-day. Fantasy […]

Jose Altuve Exits Early As Precaution, Scheduled Day Off Saturday

Houston Astros' second baseman Jose Altuve exited Friday's game against the Nationals as a precaution after slipping on the grass. He was replaced by Niko Goodrum in the bottom of the ninth inning. According to manager Dusty Baker, Altuve was scheduled for a day off on Saturday. The 32-year-old went 1-for-4 with a solo homer […]

Will Vest Notches First Career Save On Friday

Detroit Tigers pitcher Will Vest struck out two over 2/3 of a scoreless inning to earn the save during Friday's 4-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Gregory Soto entered the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead. The 27-year-old plunked back-to-back batters, struck out one-hitter, and a walk that put the tying run on second […]

Danny Salazar Inks Minor League Deal With The Yankees

The New York Yankees signed free-agent right-hander Danny Salazar (shoulder) to a minor league deal on Thursday. The 32-year-old dealt with a severe shoulder issue, and he hasn't pitched in the majors since 2019. The former Cleveland Guardian owns a career of 3.82 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 688 strikeouts over 591 1/3 innings over six […]

Luis Garcia Fans Nine In Win Over Minnesota

Houston Astros starting pitcher Luis Garcia (3-1) allowed five hits and two walks while striking out nine across five scoreless innings in Thursday's 5-0 win over Minnesota Twins. He picked up his third win of the season. The 25-year-old was efficient Thursday, throwing a season-high 95 pitches and landing 60 pitches for strikes. He owns […]

Yordan Alvarez Homers Twice In Win Over Twins

Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez went 3-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI in Thursday's 5-0 win over the Minnesota Twins. He took Josh Winder deep in the third inning and then later crushed another homer off Cole Sands for his second blast of the game. The 24-year-old is now tied with New York […]

Mark Canha Goes Yard, Drives In Three Runs Thursday

New York Mets outfielder Mark Canha went 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and an additional run scored in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Washington Nationals. He took Steve Cishek deep in the ninth inning for his second long ball of the season. The 33-year-old is slashing .313/.376/.398 with two home runs, 12 RBI, […]

Cristian Javier Will Start Saturday Against Washington

Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier will start Saturday's game against the Washington Nationals. He came out of the bullpen in his previous outing against the Detroit Tigers. This season, the 25-year-old has been lights out, posting a 2-0 record with an 0.83 ERA, 0.78 WHIP, and 25 strikeouts across 21 2/3 innings while working as […]

Zach Eflin Hopeful To Return Tuesday Against San Diego

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zach Eflin (illness) hopes to return from the COVID-19 injured list and start Tuesday against the San Diego Padres. The 28-year-old is feeling better and is expected to return next week. He has been sidelined since May 8th after being placed on the injured list Sunday. The right-hander owns a 4.50 ERA, […]

Corey Knebel Records Sixth Save On Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Corey Knebel struck out two over 1 1/3 innings to earn the save during Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Seattle Mariners. In the eighth inning, he entered Wednesday's contest to protect a two-run lead. With the game-tying run on base, the Phillies right-hander struck out Jesse Winker to end the eighth inning. […]