Taylor Rogers Secures Seventh Save On Thursday

San Diego Padres pitcher Taylor Rogers allowed one hit and no walks while striking out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Thursday's 7-5 win over the Cincinnati Reds. He entered the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead and tossed a scoreless inning to notch his seventh save of the year. […...

Luis Robert Could Return Friday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (groin) could return against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday. According to manager Tony LaRussa, Robert's chances are improving to play Friday. The 24-year-old "looked good" during pregame workouts. Robert had missed six games due to groin discomfort. He will avoid a trip to the injured list and should […...

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Expected To Be Available Friday

Toronto Blue Jays' first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (foot) is expected to be available for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. He fouled a ball off his foot on Wednesday, but the injury shouldn't keep him out for long. Guerrero was available to pinch-hit in Thursday's game but didn't make an appearance. The 23-year-old underwent […...

Nolan Arenado Appeals Two-Game Suspension

St. Louis Cardinals' third baseman Nolan Arenado was in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks and is appealing his two-game suspension. He was suspended two games for his role in Wednesday's bench-clearing altercation with the New York Mets. The 31-year-old will remain in the lineup while he appeals his suspension. He is […...

Jordan Hicks Expected To Start Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jordan Hicks (wrist) is expected to make his next start Sunday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. After being hit by a comebacker, the right-hander was removed from last Tuesday's start against the Mets with a right wrist contusion. His X-rays on his injured wrist came back negative, and Hicks avoided a significant […...

Jack Flaherty Ramps Up Throwing Distance

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jack Flaherty (shoulder) advanced to throwing off flat ground from 240 feet on Wednesday. He continues to progress in his recovery from right shoulder inflammation and could throw off a mound soon. The 26-year-old has been sidelined since the beginning of Spring Training and is still ways away from returning to […...

Casey Mize Starts Throwing Program Monday

Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mize (elbow) began a throwing program in Lakeland on Monday. The 24-year-old is currently on the 10-day injured list with a medial elbow sprain. After being shut down the last two weeks, he will look to build up his pitch count. The right-hander owns a 5.40 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, and a […...

Kevin Newman Exits Tuesday's Game Early

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Kevin Newman (groin) was removed from Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers due to groin tightness. He was bothered by a groin issue earlier in the year, which caused him to miss three games. The 28-year-old went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a run scored before exiting. The severity of Newman's injury […...

X-Rays Come Back Negative For Jordan Hicks

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jordan Hicks (wrist) underwent X-rays on his bruised right wrist, which were negative. He was removed from Tuesday's start against the Mets with a right wrist contusion after being hit by a comebacker. The 26-year-old appears to have avoided a significant injury and is considered day-to-day. Hicks is scheduled to start […...

Adalberto Mondesi Exits Early With An Apparent Injury

Kansas City Royals shortstop/third baseman Adalberto Mondesi (leg) exited Tuesday's game against the Chicago White with an apparent injury. He tweaked his leg while turning back into first base on a pickoff attempt. He was replaced in the game by Edward Olivares. Mondesi went 1-for-2 with an RBI and a walk before exiting. The 26-year-old's […...

Jordan Hicks Exits Tuesday's Start Early

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jordan Hicks (wrist) was removed from Tuesday's start against the Mets with a right wrist contusion. He was hit in the wrist by a comebacker during the second inning but remained in the game. The 25-year-old was in pain shortly after and was lifted in the third inning. He allowed two […...

Mike Zunino Exits Early With Biceps Strain

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino (biceps) was removed from Tuesday's game against the Seattle Mariners with a strained left biceps. He went 0-for-1 with a strikeout before leaving. The severity of Zunino's bicep injury is unknown, and he's considered day-to-day. Zunino has struggled to make contact this season, slashing .083/.128/.111 across 12 games in […...

Jordan Luplow Activated From The 10-Day Injured List

The Arizona Diamondbacks activated outfielder Jordan Luplow (oblique) from the 10-day injured list on Monday. He started the season on the injured list with a strained oblique and is set to make his 2022 debut this week. Luplow was acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays during the offseason in exchange for infielder Ronny Simon. The […...

Joc Pederson Homers, Continues To Mash In 2022

San Francisco Giants outfielder Joc Pederson went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk in Monday's 4-2 win over Milwaukee Brewers. The 30-year-old took Brewers pitcher Trevor Gott deep in the eighth inning to give the Giants a 2-1 lead. He's been on absolute fire, collecting a hit and homered four times in […...

Jake McGee Charged With Blown Save, Picks Up The Win Monday

San Francisco Giants pitcher Jake McGee allowed one run on one hit across one inning in Monday's 4-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. He was charged with a blown save but picked up his first victory of the year. The 35-year-old entered the eighth inning to protect a one-run lead. He surrendered a solo blast […...

Camilo Doval Secures Fourth Save On Monday

San Francisco Giants pitcher Camilo Doval struck out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Monday's 4-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. He entered the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead. After throwing three straight balls, the right-hander settled down and retired all three hitters he faced to secure his fourth […...

Tyler Gilbert Back In The Majors

The Arizona Diamondbacks recalled pitcher Tyler Gilbert from Triple-A Reno on Monday. Arizona designated Oliver Perez for assignment in a corresponding move. Gilbert was solid in his spot start Tuesday against the Washington Nationals despite taking the loss. The 28-year-old allowed one earned run on three hits and one walk while striking out three across […...

Vidal Brujan Optioned To Triple-A On Monday

The Tampa Bay Rays optioned infielder Vidal Brujan to Triple-A Durham on Monday. On Saturday, he was called up while Yandy Diaz was placed on the COVID-19 injured list. During his brief stint in the majors, the 24-year-old went 0-for-3 with a walk across one game. Brujan's best asset is his speed and is worth […...

Hunter Renfroe Swats Second Homer On Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Hunter Renfroe went 3-for-4 with a double, a solo home run and an additional run scored in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. He took Cristopher Sanchez deep in the sixth inning for his second long ball of the season. The 30-year-old is starting to heat up and has now gone […...

Javier Baez Activated From 10-Day IL, Starting Sunday

The Detroit Tigers reinstated infielder Javier Baez (thumb) from the 10-day injured list ahead of Sunday's game against the Colorado Rockies. He is batting third and will handle shortstop duties for Sunday's contest. The 29-year-old missed the 10-day minimum due to a sore right thumb. Before landing on the injured list, the former Chicago Cub […...

Jorge Mateo Leads The Majors With Six Steals

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Jorge Mateo is slashing .229/.288/.271 with no home runs, three RBI, three runs scored, and league-leading six stolen bases over 14 games in 2022. He continues to be a threat on the base paths and has swiped three bags in back-to-back contests. However, the 26-year-old hasn't shown patience at the plate and […...

Sean Reid-Foley Exits Saturday's Game Early

New York Mets pitcher Sean Reid-Foley (leg) exited Saturday's loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks early with leg cramps. He allowed two hits and two walks while striking out one over 2 2/3 scoreless innings before leaving. This season, the 31-year-old has pitched primarily out of the bullpen, posting a 4.91 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, and six […...

X-Rays Negative On Salvador Perez's Hand

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (had) underwent X-rays after leaving Saturday's loss to the Seattle Mariners early after being hit in the hand by a pitch. Royals manager Mike Matheny said, "x-rays came back negative on Perez's hand." He exited Saturday's game early after being hit by a pitch. The 31-year-old went 1-for-2 with […...

Joe Barlow "Officially" Named Rangers Closer

Texas Rangers manager Chris Woodward officially called right-hander Joe Barlow his "closer." Barlow wasn't available on Saturday after pitching Thursday and Friday. Matt Bush entered the ninth inning to protect a 2-0 lead and notched his first save in Saturday's 2-0 win over the Athletics. It was the Rangers' first save chance in 13 games. […...

Harrison Bader Swipes Three Bags In Saturday's Win

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader went 0-for-2 with two walks, two runs scored, and three stolen bases during Saturday's 5-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds. He stole a career-high three bases, something no Cardinals player had done since Carlos Beltran in 2012. The 27-year-old is off to a slow start this season, slashing .195/.298/.268 […...

Alex Colome Secures Second Save On Saturday

Colorado Rockies pitcher Alex Colome allowed two runs on two hits and a walk while striking out one across over an inning to secure the save in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Detroit Tigers. He entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a three-run lead. The right-hander surrendered a two-run triple to Austin […...

MRI Reveals No Significant Injury For Gary Sanchez

Minnesota Twins catcher Gary Sanchez (abdomen) underwent an MRI, which showed "minimal signal," per manager Rocco Baldelli. He's missed the last two games due to abdominal tightness. "We're going to give it a little bit of time, and he seems to be doing OK. He said there's some improvement going into today," said Baldelli. Ryan Jeffers would […...

Ramon Laureano Set For Rehab Assignment Saturday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano (suspension) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Las Vegas on Saturday. He is in line to return as soon as he's eligible, which is on May 8 when the A's face the Minnesota Twins. The 27-year-old has been serving a suspension to begin the 2022 season but should make his […...

Dylan Floro Throws 23 Pitches During Rehab Assignment

Miami Marlins pitcher Dylan Floro (shoulder) threw 23 pitches in his rehab appearance with Low-A Jupiter on Saturday. The 31-year-old dealt with right rotator cuff tendinitis delaying his 2022 season debut. Barring any setbacks, Floro could return to action next week. It remains to be seen if the right-hander will handle closing duties once he […...

Eloy Jimenez Sustains Significant Injury, Not Season-Ending

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (hamstring) suffered a "significant" injury Saturday, but it is not expected to end his season, per manager Tony LaRussa. While attempting to run out a ground ball, he appeared to trip over first base, causing him to fall down awkwardly. He was down on the ground for a while […...