Griffin Canning Out For The Year

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Griffin Canning (back) is out for the remainder of the season, according to Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times. Griffin hasn't appeared in a major league game since the beginning of July and was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on July 3. He made one start in the minors before […]

Corey Knebel Activated on Tuesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers have activated reliever Corey Knebel prior to Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. In a corresponding move the Dodgers have placed reliever Joe Kelly on the injured list. Knebel hit the IL on April 24, and hasn't been back to action since. Knebel was […]

Ryan Yarbrough Lands On COVID-19 IL Again

The Tampa Bay Rays have placed starting pitcher Ryan Yarbrough on the COVID-related injured list, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. There is no word on the severity of the situation, and there is no timetable for a return. Yarbrough has had a poor season on the mound this year, pitching to a […]

Randy Arozarena Reinstated From Injured List

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena has been activated from the COVID-19 IL, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Arozarena was placed on the injured list on August 6, but had no symptoms and recently tested negative for COVID-19. He has had a solid year thus far at the dish, slashing .268/.344/.458 […]

A.J. Puk Called Up on Tuesday

The Oakland Athletics have recalled left-hander A.J. Puk before Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Indians. Puk, rated as the second-best prospect in Oakland's system, has made one appearance this season back in April and has been in Triple-A since. He has put up subpar numbers in the minors this year, posting a 6.08 ERA while […]

Alex Bregman Not Ready To Return

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (hamstring) will not be activated today and will need at least another week until he comes off the injured list, according to Astros manager Dusty Baker. Bregman has been out since June 16 but has played in seven rehab games recently. He is taking some days off for treatment […]

Max Stassi Wears The Golden Sombrero Sunday

Los Angeles Angels catcher Max Stassi was hitless in four at-bats during Sunday's defeat to the Los Angeles Dodgers. He did walk once but was the victim of four strikeouts in the game. It's a night he'll want to forget but should get over soon with the year he's having. He's slashing .293/.371/.511 with 10 […]

Reid Detmers Roughed Up In Second Start

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers (0-2) had another poor outing on Sunday against the Los Angeles Dodgers in their 8-2 loss. He gave up five runs with five strikeouts and two walks seven days after allowing six runs in his first career start. He now has a 10.61 ERA with seven strikeouts, four […]

Shohei Ohtani Pinch Hits, Strikes Out

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani was used as a pinch hitter on Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers and struck out in his only at-bat in the eighth. He is now just 4 for his last 35 with no home runs over his last 10 games. Impressively, he still has 1.014 OPS, and […]

Jaime Barria Tolerable Performance

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jaime Barria (2-0) picked up a quality start in Saturday's loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, pitching six innings with three earned runs, five strikeouts, and two walks. He has started three games since being recalled on July 25, all six innings or more, and has a 2.29 ERA since […]

Patrick Sandoval Pitches Well In No Decision

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Patrick Sandoval (3-5) looked good Friday, but didn't factor into the decision during the extra-inning victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. He threw five innings, gave up two runs, struck out four, and walked two. It was another good start for Sandoval, who's pitched well this season, compiling a 3.39 […]

Jack Mayfield Clobbers Seventh Home Run

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Jack Mayfield hit his seventh home run of the season in Friday's 4-3 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. He added a single, two RBI, and a walk on the day. Mayfield, who was claimed off waivers from the Seattle Mariners, was recalled on July 6 to replace the injured […]

Bobby Bradley Lifted In Fifth Inning

Cleveland Indians first baseman Bobby Bradley took a seat in the fifth inning of Friday's game against the Detroit Tigers after Oscar Mercado replaced him on defense. There has been no information yet to explain the early exit. Before he left, he was 2-for-2 with a double and two RBI. Bradley has been a nice […]

Steve Cishek Placed On Bereavement List

Los Angeles Angels reliever Steve Cishek was added to the bereavement list prior to Friday's matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He will now miss a minimum of three games and at most seven. Cishek has been one of the better pitchers out of the Angels bullpen this season, pitching to a 3.64 ERA, with […]

Eloy Jimenez Pinch Ran For In Sixth

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez was pulled in the sixth inning for pinch-runner Brian Goodwin during Friday's 8-6 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Manager Tony La Russa said that there's nothing wrong with Jimenez, but he didn't want him sprinting on the basepaths. Before his exit, he was 1-for-3 with a double. Jimenez is […]

Jared Walsh A Possibility For Weekend Return

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Walsh (side) could return for this weekend's series versus the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to manager Joe Maddon. He's been doing drills on the field and could take batting practice on Friday. Walsh is on the 10-day IL and hasn't played in a game since July 26. When healthy, […]

Ryan Mountcastle Exits Early Friday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle left Friday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays to begin the top of the third inning, a couple of innings after being tagged on the head trying to steal second. He was replaced by Jorge Mateo, who shifted to third base. There is no word on his condition yet. […]

Andrew Benintendi Playing Catch

Kansas City Royals outfielder Andrew Benintendi (shoulder) played catch and was able to get some outfield work in on Friday, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports. Benintendi left Tuesday's contest prematurely with a left shoulder strain. He is day-to-day, but Royals manager Mike Matheny said that he could be available for tonight's game as a pinch-hitter. […]

Dylan Bundy Earns Second Win Of Season

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Dylan Bundy (2-8) got his second win of the year on Thursday against the Texas Rangers. He threw 6.1 shutout innings with six strikeouts and no walks. It was his first start of six or more innings since May 2. Bundy's had a disappointing year thus far, pitching to a […]

Jose Iglesias Drives In Two Runs Thursday

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Jose Iglesias recorded a single in four at-bats but did pick up two RBI in Thursday's 5-0 defeat over the Texas Rangers. He is now hitting .269 with a .378 slugging, seven home runs, 43 runs, 36 RBI, and four stolen bases across 95 games. Iglesias has been in a bit […]

Tyler Stephenson Leaves Thursday's Game Early

Tyler Stephenson (hamstring) exited Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a cramp in his hamstring, according to Bobby Nightengale of the Enquirer. Before he left, he was 1-for-3 with a strikeout. Stephenson's been a productive hitter this season, slashing .283/.372/.418 with six home runs across 88 games. He will go for further testing tonight […]

Mychal Givens Picks Up First Save Thursday

Cincinnati Reds reliever Mychal Givens earned his first save of the season in Thursday's 7-4 win against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Givens became the 10th Red to record a save this year, according to Bobby Nightengale of the Enquirer. He was acquired on July 28 from the Colorado Rockies and has appeared in five games so […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Gets Hit, Stays In Game

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. got hit in his left wrist during Thursday's contest against the Cleveland Indians. But, Blue Jays fans and fantasy managers let out a sigh of relief after he was able to stay in the game. There is no word yet on if he will be able to […]

Adam Cimber Records First Save Of Season Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Adam Cimber closed out the 3-0 victory against the Cleveland Indians on Thursday, picking up his first save this year. Cimber, acquired from the Miami Marlins on June 29 along with Corey Dickerson, has put up solid numbers out of the pen this season, posting a 2.22 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, with […]

Kwang Hyun Kim To Start Saturday

The St. Louis Cardinals have set their rotation for the weekend and will have Kwang Hyun Kim start on Saturday to take on the Kansas City Royals. He will be receiving nine days of rest, last pitching on July 28. According to Katie Woo, there is no injury, the team just wanted to give him […]

David Fletcher Triples On Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels second baseman David Fletcher went 1-for-4 with a triple and a strikeout in Wednesday's win over the Texas Rangers. After being scorching hot for over a month, Fletcher is now 10 for his last 52, going back to July 24. Even with the slump, he's still hitting .303, although with a .378 […]

Shohei Ohtani Dazzles On The Mound

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (6-1) was brilliant in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against the Texas Rangers. Ohtani went six innings, struck out six, walked none, and allowed one run on four hits. He now has a 2.93 ERA with a 29.9 K% and a 10.2 BB% but has only walked one batter in […]

Angels Option Chris Rodriguez

Prior to Wednesday's game, The Los Angeles Angels have demoted right-hander Chris Rodriguez to Triple-A Salt Lake, according to Sam Blum of The Athletic. Rodriguez was recalled on Monday and made one start, going six innings and allowing four runs on four hits. It was his second stint with the Angels this season, making the […]

Jose Suarez Earns Fifth Win Of Season

Los Angeles Angels left-hander Jose Suarez (5-4) picked up the win in Thursday's 11-3 blowout against the Texas Rangers. He started strong, going five innings and giving up only one run, but allowed two runs to score on an Andy Ibanez home run in the sixth and was pulled shortly after. Overall, he went 5.2 […]

Brandon Marsh Collects Double In Tuesday's Win

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Brandon Marsh went 1-for-4 with a double, a walk, and a run scored in Tuesday's 11-3 rout of the Texas Rangers. It was a rare positive for Marsh in an underwhelming rookie season. He's hitting .167 with a .229 slugging, no home runs, two RBI, four runs, and one stolen […]