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Tyler Mahle Tough-Luck Loser In Quality Start
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Tyler Mahle turned in another quality start on Saturday, holding the Miami Marlins to three runs over six innings of work. He wound up taking the hard-luck loss as his offense was shut out by the Miami pitching staff. Mahle allowed five hits while striking out four in the game. The young […]
Matt T 7 years agoScooter Gennett Hitless In Return To Lineup
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett (shoulder) made his return to the team's lineup on Saturday, going hitless in three at-bats. Gennett missed almost a full week due to a sore shoulder, which apparently has been bothering him all season, but he did make several pinch-hitting appearances over the past week. Gennett should be fine […]
Matt T 7 years agoTodd Haley Has Total Control Over Cleveland Offense
According to Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson, new offensive coordinator Todd Haley has "total autonomy" over the team's offense in 2018. This is noteworthy because Jackson is known as an offensive-minded coach who insisted on calling his own plays instead of hiring an OC in his first two years with the team, in which […]
Matt T 7 years agoHue Jackson Excited About Baker Mayfield But Tyrod Is Still The Starter
Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson was very effusive in his praise of rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield following the team's first rookie minicamp practice on Friday. Despite the praise, Jackson did take time to mention that Tyrod Taylor is still the team's starting quarterback. “Let’s make sure we pump our brakes a little bit because […]
Matt T 7 years agoEduardo Escobar Launches Two Homers
Minnesota Twins infielder Eduardo Escobar had a big night at the plate against the Chicago White Sox on Friday. Escobar went 3-for-4 with two homers, a double, and three RBI to help power his team to a 6-4 win. Escobar, the team's regular shortstop this season, has been filling in at third base since Miguel […]
Matt T 7 years agoBrian Dozier Falls Triple Shy Of The Cycle
Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier broke out of his slump in a big way on Friday against the Chicago White Sox. Dozier entered the game in the midst of a 3-for-37 slump but went 3-for-5 with a single, a triple, and a homer, falling just a double shy of hitting for the cycle. The […]
Matt T 7 years agoEugenio Suarez Launches Fourth Home Run Friday
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez had a big game against the Miami Marlins on Friday, going 1-for-2 with two walks and a three-run homer. Suarez has been seeing the ball well since returning from the disabled list on April 26, posting a .345 average, two homers, five runs, and 13 RBI in 29 at-bats. […]
Matt T 7 years agoRaisel Iglesias Nails Down Fourth Save
Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias picked up his fourth save of the season on Friday night, preserving a 4-1 win over the Miami Marlins. Iglesias pitched a scoreless ninth for the save, allowing just one hit in the frame. The young right-hander has posted a 1.98 ERA, four saves in five chances, and a 15/8 […]
Matt T 7 years agoByron Buxton Tests Injured Toe On Friday
Updating a previous report, Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton did, in fact, test out his fractured left big toe on Friday. Buxton ran on the toe for the first time since he fouled a ball off of it a few weeks ago. The speedy outfielder was accompanied by team trainer Tony Leo as he ran […]
Matt T 7 years agoTanner Rainey Recalled By Reds
The Cincinnati Reds recalled right-hander Tanner Rainey from Triple-A Louisville on Friday. Rainey will take the roster spot vacated by Amir Garrett, who was placed on the bereavement list on Thursday. Rainey made two appearances with the Reds earlier in 2018, allowing seven runs in two innings while striking out two. Rainey is a former […]
Matt T 7 years agoScooter Gennett Still Out Friday
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett (shoulder) is still out of the lineup on Friday. Gennett hasn't made a start since last Sunday after coming down with a sore shoulder, which has been affecting his throwing. He is not having any trouble swinging the bat, as he's made several pinch-hitting appearances throughout the week. The […]
Matt T 7 years agoByron Buxton Will Try To Run Friday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) will attempt to run on his fractured big toe on Friday, the first time he will run since the injury. Buxton has been slowly ramping up activity, as he is with the team on their road trip and has been hitting in the cage over the past few days. […]
Matt T 7 years agoNick Senzel Dealt With Dizziness On Thursday Evening
Cincinnati Reds top prospect Nick Senzel wasn't feeling good and experienced some dizziness on Thursday evening, according to reports. This is especially of note because Senzel had his 2017 season cut short due to vertigo. The team plans to monitor Senzel closely over the upcoming few days and see how he progresses. Senzel has appeared […]
Matt T 7 years agoJake Odorizzi Strikes Out Eight, Struggles Otherwise
Minnesota Twins right-hander Jake Odorizzi struggled against the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. Odorizzi was unable to hold onto an early four-run lead, coughing up five runs (three earned) to the White Sox. Odorizzi finished with eight strikeouts and two walks in 5 1/3 innings of work while taking a no-decision. On the season, Odorizzi […]
Matt T 7 years agoLogan Morrison Falls A Triple Shy Of The Cycle
Minnesota Twins designated hitter Logan Morrison turned in a big game at the plate on Thursday. Morrison went 3-for-4 with a single, a double, a homer, two runs and two RBI, falling just a triple shy of hitting for the cycle. Morrison got off to a painfully slow start for the Twins in 2018 but […]
Matt T 7 years agoAmir Garrett To Bereavement List
The Cincinnati Reds placed left-hander Amir Garrett on the bereavement list on Thursday. They have not announced who will replace him, but his spot will be filled prior to Friday night's game. Garrett has been excellent in a relief role this season, posting a 2.04 ERA, 19 strikeouts, and two walks in 17 2/3 innings […]
Matt T 7 years agoLuis Castillo Turns In Quality Start
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo turned in a quality start against the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday. Castillo pitched six innings of two-run ball, striking out seven and scattering nine hits. He wound up taking the hard-luck loss as his offense only gave him one run of support. Things have not gone as planned for Castillo […]
Matt T 7 years agoFernando Romero Wins First MLB Start
Minnesota Twins right-hander Fernando Romero made his MLB debut on Thursday, holding the Toronto Blue Jays scoreless over 5 2/3 innings of work. Romero allowed four hits while walking three and striking out five. Romero was called up earlier in the week and took the spot in the starting rotation which was previously held by […]
Matt T 7 years agoTrevor May Throws 46 Pitches Wednesday
Minnesota Twins right-hander Trevor May (elbow) threw three innings and 46 pitches in an extended Spring Training session on Wednesday, signaling May's first live action in over a calendar year. May underwent Tommy John surgery in March of 2017 and continues to work his way back to the mound. If all goes well, May is […]
Matt T 7 years agoByron Buxton Hitting In Batting Cages; Still Not Running
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) is planning to travel with the team on their upcoming road trip so he can continue to rehab his fractured toe. Buxton was also able to hit in the batting cages on Wednesday, although he still hasn't run on the toe. Buxton has been sidelined since he fouled a […]
Matt T 7 years agoBilly Hamilton Picks Up Two Hits
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Billy Hamilton came through for his team on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Brewers, going 2-for-4. This was a much-needed performance for Hamilton, who had been really struggling heading into the game on Tuesday night, posting just a .225 on-base percentage and striking out 15 times in his last 36 at-bats. On the […]
Matt T 7 years agoNick Senzel Fine After Shoulder Issue
Cincinnati Reds prospect Nick Senzel is fine after being scratched from the lineup earlier in the week with a shoulder issue. Senzel had jammed his left shoulder and wound up missing a few games for Triple-A Louisville. Senzel returned to the lineup on Monday and promptly hit an inside-the-park home run while adding a stolen […]
Matt T 7 years agoErvin Santana Throws Off A Mound Tuesday
Minnesota Twins right-hander Ervin Santana (finger) threw 15 pitches off a mound on Tuesday in Fort Myers, Florida, the first time he threw off of a mound since undergoing finger surgery in February. This is a big step in the right direction for Santana as he works his way back to the big leagues. Manager […]
Matt T 7 years agoJason Castro Dealing With Minor Knee Issue
Minnesota Twins catcher Jason Castro is dealing with a minor knee tweak, according to reports. According to manager Paul Molitor, Castro is "beat up" after tweaking his knee during the team's most recent road trip. Despite the issue, there is said to be nothing structurally wrong with the knee, meaning it is most likely just […]
Matt T 7 years agoByron Buxton Unable To Run Tuesday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) was unable to run on Tuesday as he attempts to make his way back to the field. Buxton is dealing with a hairline fracture in his big toe, an injury which he suffered after fouling a ball off his foot during a rehab assignment. For now, Buxton's running has […]
Matt T 7 years agoScooter Gennett's MRI Comes Back Clean
An MRI on the shoulder of Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett showed no serious issues. "There's definitely some inflammation in there, but nothing serious. It was good news for the most part," said Gennett. Gennett has been dealing with a sore shoulder for much of the first month of the season, an issue which […]
Matt T 7 years agoBrandon Finnegan Allows Three Runs Monday
Cincinnati Reds left-hander Brandon Finnegan turned in a decent outing against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday. He allowed three runs over five innings, striking out two and walking three. All of the damage off of Finnegan came via the long ball, as he allowed a solo shot to catcher Manny Pina and a two-run blast […]
Matt T 7 years agoMichael Pineda Still Working On Rehab
Minnesota Twins right-hander Michael Pineda (elbow) made an appearance at Target Field on Monday as he continues his rehab from Tommy John surgery. Pineda was in Minnesota to work on his conditioning with the other pitchers after he took two weeks off from throwing. Pineda has an outside chance at being ready to pitch by […]
Matt T 7 years agoScooter Gennett Goes For MRI On Shoulder
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett went for an MRI on his tender right shoulder on Monday. He is still waiting for the results, but in the meantime, Gennett won't play the field anytime soon as he won't be allowed to throw for at least a few more days. Gennett served as the team's designated […]
Matt T 7 years agoByron Buxton Has Not Tested Toe
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) has not resumed running yet after he fractured his left big toe after fouling off a pitch during a rehab game eight days ago. The injury is disappointing, as it put Buxton's comeback from migraines on hold. For now, Buxton can be considered day-to-day as he tries to work […]
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