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Max Muncy Returns To Lineup On Thursday
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy (ankle) will return to the lineup on Thursday. Muncy has been dealing with an ankle injury since the weekend, but played on Tuesday and sat on Wednesday for some extra rest. Muncy has been in a bit of a slump with just seven hits over his last 37 at-bats, […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoLance Lynn Picks Up No-Decision On Wednesday
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn put together a strong performance in Wednesday's no-decision versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Lynn lasted seven innings and allowed four hits, one run, zero walks and struck out nine on the evening. Lynn left with the opportunity to secure the win, but the White Sox bullpen struggled. Lynn […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoKenley Jansen Shuts The Door For 14th Save
Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen got a four-out save in Wednesday's victory versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Jansen allowed a walk, but also got a strikeout and allowed no hits. The veteran has remained one of the games top closers this season and now has 1.75 ERA with 14 saves. Manager Dave Roberts said after […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoTony Gonsolin Shaky In Return
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin returned to the mound on Wednesday for a start against the Pittsburgh Pirates, but struggled in a no-decision. Gonsolin only lasted 1 2/3 innings in his return and allowed two hits, one run, five walks and struck out four. The right-hander was rusty in his return with the […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJustin Turner Goes Yard Twice In Victory
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner provided the only offense the team needed in Wednesday's victory versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Turner went 3-for-5 with a pair of solo home runs. Both home runs came off of Pirates starter Tyler Anderson in the top of the first inning and again in the top of […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoSergio Alcantara Goes Yard In Victory
Chicago Cubs shortstop Sergio Alcantara went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. The home run was his first of the season. Alcantara has started the last three games at shortstop for the Cubs with shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) sidelined. Despite the nice performance on Wednesday, Alcantara will […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJoc Pederson Crushes Seventh Home Run
Chicago Cubs outfielder Joc Pederson continues to see the ball well and went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. Pederson crushed a solo home run off of Yu Darvish in the top of the fourth inning and that would tie the game at 1-1 at the time. […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJake Arrieta Allows One Run In No-Decision
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta tossed five innings in Wednesday's no-decision versus the San Diego Padres. Arrieta allowed four hits, one run, one walk and struck out six on the afternoon. Arrieta was really struggling over his last two starts, but made a nice stride forward with Wednesday's performance. The veteran is now 5-6 […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoDodgers Activate Tony Gonsolin For Wednesday's Start
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (shoulder) has been activated from the 60-day injured list and will start on Wednesday versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Gonsolin has been sidelined the entire season with right shoulder inflammation, but will return to a favorable matchup against the weak hitting Pirates. Gonsolin, 27, appeared in nine games in […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoWillson Contreras Will Rest On Wednesday Versus Padres
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras will rest on Wednesday versus the San Diego Padres. Contreras continues to be one of the best catchers in the game and is hitting .245 with ten home runs, 25 RBI and three stolen bases. With the Cubs going from a night game to a day game, backup catcher P.J. […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoKris Bryant Not In Wednesday's Lineup
Chicago Cubs corner infielder/outfielder Kris Bryant will get a day of rest on Wednesday versus the San Diego Padres. Bryant has been having a MVP type season, but has struggled over the past week with five hits over his last 23 at-bats. Managers have no reason to worry with this being the first time all […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJavier Baez Will Miss Third Straight Game
Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) continues to be sidelined with a thumb injury and will miss Wednesday's contest versus the San Diego Padres. Baez left Sunday's game early with a contusion on his thumb and has been absent from the lineup since. The upcoming free agent has been having a good year all across […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoWillson Contreras Continues Impressive Season
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras continued his strong season by going 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. The home run would be his tenth of the season. Contreras entered the year as a top catcher and he hasn't disappointed. The two-time All-Star is now hitting .245 with […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoPatrick Wisdom Stays Scorching Hot
Chicago Cubs infielder Patrick Wisdom just won't slow down. Wisdom went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. The home run was his eighth of the season in just 15 games. Wisdom has come out of nowhere to become one of the hottest hitters in the games since […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoAnthony Rizzo Continues To Warm Up With Four RBI
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo went 2-for-3 with two runs scored, four RBI and a two-run home run in Tuesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. Rizzo has dealt with back issues this season and missed some time, but he has really picked things up over the past month. Rizzo is as consistent as […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoAndrew Vaughn Knocks In Two Runs
Chicago White Sox first baseman/outfielder Andrew Vaughn went 1-for-3 with a sacrifice fly, home run and two RBI in Tuesday's victory versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Vaughn tied the game with his home run in the bottom of the seventh inning and then gave the White Sox the lead with his sacrifice fly in the […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoCarlos Rodon K's Eight In No-Decision
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon only last five innings in Tuesday's no-decision versus the Toronto Blue Jays. The veteran lefty allowed six hits, one run, two walks and struck out eight on the evening. Rodon was lucky to get out of some big jams this evening and the damage could have been much […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoKenley Jansen Picks Up 13th Save
Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen recorded the final out of Tuesday's victory for his 13th save of the season versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Jansen was called upon to get Phillip Evans out with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning and he came through with a strikeout. Jansen continues to have a […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoWalker Buehler Cruises For Fifth Victory
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler continued his stellar season by picking up his fifth victory of the season on Tuesday versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Buehler allowed a first inning home run to Ke'Bryan Hayes, but Hayes failed to touch first base and it was ruled a out. Buehler would go on to toss […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoChris Taylor Stays Hot With Another Home Run
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor continued his career year by going 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's victory versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. The home run was Taylor's eighth of the season and he has now driven in 33 RBI on the season. Taylor has been playing all over the diamond for the […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoCubs Activate Alec Mills
Chicago Cubs pitcher Alec Mills (back) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Mills had been sidelined since May 16 with a lower back strain. Mills has worked mainly out of the bullpen this season, but has made one start in 12 appearances. Mills is 2-0 this season with a rough 5.96 […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoAdbert Alzolay Placed On 10-Day Injured List
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Adbert Alzolay (blister) has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a blister on his middle finger. Alzolay has been having an impressive season, but got beat up against the Padres on Monday and was eventually pulled with the blister injury in the bottom of the fourth inning. Alzolay has […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJavier Baez Remains Sidelined On Tuesday
Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) will miss Tuesday's game versus the San Diego Padres. Baez left Sunday's game early with a contusion on his thumb and hasn't played since. The upcoming free agent has been having a good year all across the board and is hitting .240 with 14 home runs, 39 RBI and […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJoc Pederson Returns To Lineup
Chicago Cubs outfielder Joc Pederson (back) will return to the lineup on Tuesday night to face off against the San Diego Padres. Pederson exited Saturday's contest early with lower back tightness and rested on Sunday afternoon, but pinch-hit on Monday. Pederson got off to a slow start this season, but heated up in May. The […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoNick Martini Clears Waivers
Chicago Cubs outfielder Nick Martini has cleared waivers and will return to Triple-A Iowa. Martini was designated for assignment this past weekend. The outfielder has had two separate stints with the big league club due to injuries, but is just 1-for-12 during that span. Martini doesn't hold any value in any formats and will continue […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoCorey Seager Could Hit Off Tee Soon
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (hand) is inching closer to a return and manager Dave Roberts said on Tuesday that the star shortstop could start taking swings off of a tee in the next couple of days. Seager's hand has been healing faster than expected and he has also been traveling with the team. […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoAdam Eaton Will Sit On Tuesday
Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Eaton will rest against the Toronto Blue Jays and left-handed starting pitcher Robbie Ray on Tuesday. Eaton has mostly sat against lefties this season, so it's no surprise he is absent from the lineup this evening. The veteran outfielder has shown some power this year with five home runs, but […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoMax Muncy Returns To The Lineup On Tuesday
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy (ankle) will return to the lineup on Tuesday to face the Pittsburgh Pirates. Muncy has been sidelined since exiting Friday's game early with an ankle injury. The infielder had a scorching hot May and he is hitting an impressive .264 with 13 home runs, 30 RBI and a .949 […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoTony Gonsolin Set To Return On Wednesday
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (shoulder) will return to the club on Wednesday to make his first start of the season. Gonsolin has been sidelined the entire season with right shoulder inflammation, but will draw a weak Pittsburgh Pirates offense on Wednesday. Gonsolin appeared in nine games in 2020 with eight starts and […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoIan Happ Goes Yard In Loss
Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Monday's loss versus the San Diego Padres. Happ has really been in a slump and only has six hits over his last 43 at-bats. The outfielder came into the season as a breakout candidate, but he hasn't produced much in 2021. Hopefully […]
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