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Xander Bogaerts Begins Hitting on Field
Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts has been on the disabled list since April 9 with an ankle injury. On Tuesday, the Red Sox shortstop began hitting on the field prior to Boston's game against the Angels. Bogaerts will still need to prove he can field ground balls and run the bases, but he is […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoEugenio Suarez Begins Taking Ground Balls
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez has been on the disabled list since early April with a thumb injury. However, on Tuesday the Reds third baseman began taking ground balls at the hot corner and gripping the bat with his left hand. Suarez has no definite timetable but has an outside chance of rejoining Cincinnati […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoEvan Longoria Scratched on Tuesday Due to Ankle Injury
San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria has been scratched from the Giants lineup on Tuesday due to an ankle injury. Pablo Sandoval is taking his place at third base. Longoria, who has struggled to start the season with just a .204 batting average, is expected to miss the next couple of games.
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoAaron Blair to Miss Rest of Season Following Shoulder Surgery
Following surgery to repair a capsule tear in his pitching shoulder, Atlanta Braves starter Aaron Blair has been shut down for the season. Blair, a former top prospect, has struggled during his time in the major leagues and suffered the injury while making his season debut at Triple-A. In 16 major league starts, Blair has […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoYangervis Solarte Explodes in Game 1 of Doubleheader
With the Toronto Blue Jays and Kansas City Royals playing a doubleheader on Tuesday, infielder Yangervis Solarte made his presence felt in Game 1, going 2-for-3 with a home run and four RBI. The home run marked his third of the season while his four RBI gave him eight total for the season. Solarte is one […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoScott Schebler Set to Make His Return this Week
Speaking on Tuesday, Cincinnati Reds manager Bryan Price said that outfielder Scott Schebler (elbow) could return to the starting lineup as early as Wednesday and no later than Friday. Schebler has been on the disabled list for most of the season with an elbow injury. Schebler showed off his power potential in 2017, hitting .233 with […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoBen Zobrist Scratched on Tuesday Due to Back Tightness
Chicago Cubs utility man Ben Zobrist has been scratched from the Cubs lineup on Tuesday due to back tightness. Ian Happ will now start in center with Jason Heyward being moved to right. It's unclear how serious this injury is for Zobrist or if he will need to miss an extended period of time. If […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoRyon Healy to Begin Rehab Assignment Soon
After being placed on the disabled list early in the season, it appears as if Seattle Mariners first baseman Ryon Healy is nearing a return. According to manager Scott Servais, Healy is expected to begin his rehab assignment in the next few days, meaning his return to Seattle is imminent. The Mariners first baseman has struggled […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoDodgers Recall Max Muncy From Triple-A
The Los Angeles Dodgers have recalled Max Muncy from Triple-A to fill in a utility role. While he hasn't appeared in the majors since 2016, Muncy was hitting an impressive .313 with two home runs and four RBI in nine games at the minor league level to begin 2018. With Logan Forsythe on the disabled […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoTaijuan Walker Diagnosed With UCL Injury
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo revealed that an MRI taken of starting pitcher Taijuan Walker's elbow showed damage to his UCL, a usual precursor to Tommy John surgery. However, Walker will go for a second opinion before opting for season-ending surgery. Walker had started his 2018 season pitching to a 3.46 ERA and a 9/5 K/BB […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoJake Lamb Playing Third Base in Extended Spring Training Wednesday
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (shoulder) has spent the vast majority of the 2018 season on the disabled list with a sprained AC joint. However, he is scheduled to play third base in an extended spring training game on Wednesday and is inching closer to a return. Lamb proved how valuable he is last season […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoTrevor Cahill Starting for Athletics on Tuesday
It was reported Monday that Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Trevor Cahill was likely to start on Tuesday, but now it's official. Cahill will make his 2018 debut with the Athletics as he faces off against the White Sox. Cahill shined to begin 2017 but struggled after being traded to the Royals, pitching 10 games with an […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoMookie Betts Starting on Tuesday
Boston Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts exited Saturday's game with a foot injury, but with an extra day off, he is back in the starting lineup against the Angels, leading off against Shohei Ohtani. Betts has been on a tear to start the 2018 season, hitting .353 with two home runs, 10 RBI and two […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoDaniel Norris to Start for Tigers on Friday
After inclement weather forced the Tigers and Royals into a doubleheader, Detroit Tigers manager Ron Gardenhire stated that pitcher Daniel Norris will make a spot start in Game 2 on Friday. Norris has been used strictly in relief this season, making two appearances and allowing five runs in 6 1/3 innings. However, last year he started […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoLuis Sardinas Recalled from Triple-A, Starting on Tuesday
With Jonathan Schoop remaining sidelined with an oblique injury, the Baltimore Orioles have turned to Luis Sardinas at second base. Sardinas was called up from Triple-A on Tuesday and is starting and batting eighth against the Tigers. Sardinas will be making his Orioles 2018 debut after playing 29 games with the Padres in 2017. While […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoJ.T. Realmuto Activated from Disabled List
After beginning the season on the disabled list due to a back injury, Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto has been activated and will make his 2018 debut against the Yankees. Realmuto is batting fifth in his first game of the year. Realmuto's name has been floating around in trade rumors due to power and surprising […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoJesse Winker Takes Batting Practice on Monday
After suffering a shoulder contusion last Friday, Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker has been out of the starting lineup and limited to a pinch-running role. However, on Monday he was cleared to swing a bat and took batting practice for the first time. There is no timetable for his return, but the fact he took […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoMatt Duffy Leaves Games with Undisclosed Injury
Following a stolen base, Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Matt Duffy (foot, leg) seemed to injure himself as he jogged awkwardly to third base. He was then removed from the game with what Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reported as an injury to his leg or foot. Prior to going down, Duffy was hitting […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoAdam Eaton Could Return for Nationals on Friday
Washington Nationals manager Davey Martinez said on Monday that he is hopeful outfielder Adam Eaton (ankle) could return to the team on Friday. Eaton suffered an ankle injury just eight games into the 2018 season. In those eight games, Eaton hit .345 with two home runs and five RBI, showing his potential. Eaton is coming off […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoWil Myers Expected to Rejoin Padres on Friday
After missing the last few weeks with an elbow injury, San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers is expected to join the team on Friday. He will begin a two-game rehab stint with Single-A Lake Elsinore before making his way back to the major leagues. Myers has had a sluggish start to his 2018 season, perhaps […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoCarlos Tocci Expected to Get Regular Playing Time for Rangers
With Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields sidelined with a hand injury, Rangers manager Jeff Banister has opted to start Rule 5 draft pick Carlos Tocci in center field going forward. Originally, Drew Robinson had been penciled in, however, after hitting .167 with 25 strikeouts, he has been moved to the bench. Tocci has struggled during his […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoTrevor Cahill Set to Start Tuesday Against White Sox
With the Oakland Athletics in need of a fifth starter for the first time this season, starting pitcher Trevor Cahill is expected to make his season debut on Tuesday against the White Sox. Last season, Cahill looked to be on his way to a breakout year after pitching to a 4-3 record with a 3.69 […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoEric Hosmer Returns to Lineup on Monday
After missing the past two games with a back injury, San Diego Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer is expected to return to the starting lineup on Monday against the Dodgers. Hosmer has been solid, yet unspectacular to start the season, hitting .288 with a home run and three RBI in 15 games. On Monday, he […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoAnthony Swarzak Increasing Throwing Program
After suffering an oblique injury just 2 1/3 innings into his tenure with the Mets, relief pitcher Anthony Swarzak has spent most of the season on the DL. However, according to MLB.com's Anthony DiComo, the relief pitcher has begun ramping up his throwing program in an effort to get back on the mound. DiComo does […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoJustin Verlander Pitches Gem in Astros' Loss to Rangers
As most of the world watched Rangers starter Bartolo Colon take a perfect game into the ninth inning on Sunday, Houston Astros starter Justin Verlander was throwing an excellent game of his own. Verlander pitched eight innings, allowing just one hit and one run while striking out 11 in a no-decision. He now sits 2-0 […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoNoah Syndergaard Dominates In Mets Win Over Brewers
New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard showed why he is one of the best pitchers in baseball on Sunday, pitching 5 1/3 innings against the Brewers, allowing just two hits and one unearned run while striking out 11 in a no-decision. Syndergaard is now 2-0 on the season with a 2.95 ERA and 33 […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoBrandon Nimmo Shines In Return To Major Leagues
After being called up earlier in the week by the New York Mets, outfielder Brandon Nimmo put on a field day Sunday against the Brewers. The young outfielder went 3-for-5 with a home run, a triple and two runs scored. The home run marked Nimmo's first of the season, while his big day brought his batting […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoWilmer Flores Hits Walk-Off Home Run Against Brewers
After suffering their second loss of the season to the Brewers on Saturday, the New York Mets bounced back and knocked off Milwaukee on Sunday with a 3-2 victory thanks to a walk-off home run by Wilmer Flores. Flores was 0-for-3 in the game prior to hitting the solo home-run. Flores has been a solid […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoJeff Samardzija Not Yet Ready for Season Debut
Despite targeting April 19th as a return date for Jeff Samardzija, the Giants' starter will reportedly see one more rehab start before making his 2018 season debut. The right-hander has been out all season with a pectoral strain and struggled in his last start, going just 2 and 2/3 innings, while allowing six runs. When […]
Dan Fappiano 7 years agoJohnny Cueto Set To Return To Giants Rotation On Tuesday
After suffering an ankle injury last week, San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto has been cleared to return to the Giants' rotation and will start on Tuesday against the Diamondbacks. Cueto has been superb in 2018, pitching to a 1-0 record with a 0.69 ERA and a 5/2 K/BB ratio over 13 innings. With […]
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