Robert Stock Transferred To 60-Day Injured List

New York Mets relief pitcher Robert Stock (hamstring) was transferred to the 60-day injured list on Friday. The right-handed veteran recently landed on the 10-day version only a few days ago because of a hamstring strain. However, with the Metropolitans' recent acquisition of Rich Hill, a spot on the roster had to be opened up. […]

Brad Wieck Transferred To 60-Day Injured List

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Brad Wieck (illness) was transferred to the 60-day injured list on Friday. The 29-year-old southpaw is currently dealing with an irregular heartbeat, an ailment he was also plagued with last season. During his brief appearances on the bump for the Cubs this season, he has been a reliable bullpen option, logging […]

Nick Anderson Sent For Rehab Assignment

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Nick Anderson (elbow) was sent to the FCL on Friday to begin his rehab assignment. It's unknown how long the 31-year-old righty will be at the complex. However, it's still positive news after he has missed the entire season so far because of a partially torn UCL. Anderson finished the […]

Chris Mazza Heading Back To Durham

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Chris Mazza is heading back to Durham. Mazza's most recent big-league stint didn't last long as he just got the call to report on Wednesday. The 31-year-old has a 6.60 ERA throughout eight games this season, which isn't good by any means. Nonetheless, he doesn't have any fantasy value, so […]

Brooks Kriske Demoted On Friday

New York Yankees relief pitcher Brooks Kriske was sent packing back to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Friday. The demotion isn't a surprise, especially after his horrendous performance on Thursday against the Boston Red Sox. The 27-year-old is currently sitting on a 10.80 ERA throughout seven big league appearances this year, so he can be dropped in all […]

Max Kranick Optioned Back To The Minors

The Pittsburgh Pirates optioned right-hander Max Kranick to Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday and activated right-hander Luis Oviedo (quadriceps) from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. Kranick was solid in his major league debut on June 27 in five shutout innings against the St. Louis Cardinals, but he's come back down to Earth in […]

Hirokazu Sawamura Lands On Injured List Friday

The Boston Red Sox placed right-hander Hirokazu Sawamura (triceps) on the 10-day injured list on Friday with right triceps inflammation and recalled right-hander Phillips Valdez from Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. Sawamura has been a solid piece for the Red Sox bullpen with his 2.87 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 44/18 K/BB in 37 2/3 […]

Casey Sadler Activated, Rafael Montero DFA'd

The Seattle Mariners activated right-hander Casey Sadler (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list on Friday and designated right-hander Rafael Montero for assignment in a corresponding move. Sadler has been out since May with right shoulder inflammation, but he had a nice 1.64 ERA and 1.27 WHIP, albeit in just 11 innings, before his injury earlier […]

Jeff Hoffman Moved To 'Pen, Vladimir Gutierrez To Start Tuesday

The Cincinnati Reds are moving back to a five-man starting rotation, and right-hander Jeff Hoffman will move to the bullpen. Vladimir Gutierrez, who returned on Friday after recently being optioned to the minors, will start on Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs. Hoffman allowed five runs over four innings in his latest start against the New […]

Sam Coonrod Shut Down From Throwing

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Sam Coonrod (elbow) has been shut down from throwing for three days and still feels something in his right elbow. Coonrod went on the injured list on June 25 with tendinitis in his right forearm, but this could be a far worse development. With no current timetable for a return, it's […]

Rays Acquire Tommy Hunter, Matt Dyer From Mets

The Tampa Bay Rays acquired relief pitcher Tommy Hunter and catcher Matt Dyer from the New York Mets on Friday in exchange for veteran left-hander Rich Hill. Hunter, currently on the 60-day injured list with a back injury that has sidelined him since late May, was merely involved in the trade to balance out some […]

Amir Garrett Placed On Paternity List

The Cincinnati Reds placed relief pitcher Amir Garrett on the paternity list on Friday and recalled infielder Alejo Lopez and starting pitcher Vladimir Gutierrez from Triple-A Louisville in corresponding moves. Right-hander Jose De Leon was also released on Friday. Garrett is likely to miss the entire three-game series this weekend against the St. Louis Cardinals. […]

Jonathan Loaisiga, Nestor Cortes Reinstated From COVID-19 Injured List

New York Yankees pitchers Jonathan Loaisiga and Nestor Cortes have been reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list ahead of Friday's game against the Red Sox. Both Loaisiga and Cortes tested positive for the virus, but both are ready to return to the pitching staff, as expected. Loaisiga has been the unsung hero of the Yankee […]

Rafael Montero Struggles Again On Thursday

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Rafael Montero struggled again on the mound on Thursday, allowing two runs on three hits and one walk in one inning of work against the Athletics. It was his fourth straight appearance in which he allowed two or more runs, as he has now allowed 10 runs — nine earned — […]

Dodgers Intrigued With Ian Kennedy

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Ian Kennedy could be on the move within the next week or so. The veteran closer is one of the few trade pieces that Texas has to offer right now. The Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly shown interest in acquiring Kennedy. This season, Kennedy has a 2.59 ERA and 33/7 K/BB […]

Diego Castillo Secures 14th Save On Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Diego Castillo struck out two over a perfect inning to earn the save during Thursday's 5-4 extra-inning win over Cleveland. He entered the game in the 10th inning and tossed a perfect inning to secure his 14th save of the season. The 27-year-old has not allowed an earned run in his […]

Lou Trivino Slams Door On Mariners For 16th Save

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lou Trivino pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Thursday to pick up his 16th save of the season. Trivino allowed a leadoff single, but picked up a strikeout and two ground outs to preserve a 4-1 win for the visitors. The right-hander has been excellent this season, converting 16 saves in […]

Kenley Jansen Gets Rocked

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen continued his struggles with his third consecutive blown save on Thursday versus the San Francisco Giants. Jansen was called to protect a 3-1 lead and started the inning by striking out two of the three first batters, but it was all downhill from there. Jansen was pulled with the […]

Raisel Iglesias Records His 20th Save On Thursday

Los Angeles Angels closer Raisel Iglesias closed out the team's 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday to earn his 20th save of the year. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing no walks or hits while striking out one. He is a perfect 5-for-5 in save opportunities this month and his 20 saves […]

Sam Hentges Recalled From Triple-A

The Cleveland Indians recalled pitcher Sam Hentges from Triple-A on Thursday. Fellow pitcher Eli Morgan was sent down to Triple-A in a corresponding move. Hentges was demoted to Triple-A before the All-Star break. He's struggled over 15 appearances (eight starts) with the Indians this year, posting an 8.23 ERA and 2.04 WHIP to go along […]

Mark Melancon Grabs His 29th Save

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Mark Melancon picked up his 29th save of the year Thursday, throwing a clean inning to secure a 3-2 victory over the Miami Marlins. He struck out one batter. This was his second one-two-three outing after two more difficult appearances. His job appears to be quite secure, as he leads […]

Alex Reyes Gets Back On Track With His 23rd Save

St. Louis Cardinals closer Alex Reyes got back on track with his 23rd save of the season, closing out Thursday's win over the Chicago Cubs. Reyes was awful in his previous outing, allowing three inherited runners to score as well as three of his own runs while only getting one out. That was the first […]

Tanner Houck Has Strong Start Ended By Rain

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Tanner Houck made his third start of the year Thursday and shone for 4 2/3 innings before a rain delay ended his evening. He allowed just one unearned run to the New York Yankees on two hits and two walks while striking out eight batters. Houck has certainly earned more […]

Anthony Bender Works As The Opener In Thursday's Game

Miami Marlins rookie relief pitcher Anthony Bender served as the opener in Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. Bender did his job, pitching a scoreless first inning. He hit Jake Cronenworth with a pitch, but otherwise did not allow any base runners, striking out one batter. Bender had been struggling somewhat over his past […]

Kris Bryant, Craig Kimbrel Likely To Be Traded

Rival executives believe that the Chicago Cubs will sell big with third baseman Kris Bryant, closer Craig Kimbrel, starting pitcher Zach Davies and perhaps others at the trade deadline, but there's also a solid chance that they hold onto shortstop Javier Baez and/or first baseman Anthony Rizzo. The Cubs are expected to try and sign […]

Jimmy Nelson Could Return This Weekend

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Jimmy Nelson (back) could be activated from the 10-day injured list either Sunday or Tuesday. He will throw a simulated game on Thursday, and how he responds will determine what day the right-hander returns. Nelson has been sidelined since early July with a left lumbar strain. The 32-year-old owns a terrific […]

J.P. Feyereisen Dealing With Biceps Tendinitis

Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash said that relief pitcher J.P. Feyereisen's (biceps) MRI exam didn't reveal any structural damage, and he appears to be dealing with biceps tendinitis. Feyereisen will rest for a few days and then start working his way back, but he will be out for longer than 10 days. The 28-year-old […]

Sergio Alcantara Optioned, Trevor Megill Recalled

Chicago Cubs infielder Sergio Alcantara has been optioned to Triple-A Iowa ahead of Thursday's contest against the St. Louis Cardinals. The young infielder has struggled during his time at the big league level. Right-hander Trevor Megill will be recalled in a corresponding move. The Cubs bullpen has been used frequently lately and needs another fresh […]

Jordan Holloway Likely To Be Bulk Reliever Thursday

The Miami Marlins recalled right-hander Jordan Holloway from Triple-A Jacksonville on Thursday, and he's likely to be the team's bulk reliever after Anthony Bender opens against the San Diego Padres. Right-hander Nick Neidert was optioned to Jacksonville after a successful spot start on Wednesday night. Holloway has been great for the Marlins this year, posting […]

Cristian Javier Playing Key Role In Astros Bullpen

Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier was moved from the team's starting rotation to the bullpen after making nine starts this year. Over the past two months, he's found himself playing a key role in the team's bullpen. He has four holds and a save since early June. He pitched 14.1 innings out of the bullpen […]