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MLBKyle Bradish Hits 15-Day IL, Ending His Regular Season
Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish has been placed on the 15-day injured list, officially ending his regular season just as Baltimore prepares for a crucial stretch against the Mets.InjuryRoster MovePlayoffs
MLBGiants Shut Down Rafael Devers, Call Up Scott Bandura for September Stretch
The San Francisco Giants placed Rafael Devers on the 60-day injured list, ending his season, and selected outfielder Scott Bandura as they navigate a tough September schedule.InjuryRoster Move
MLBRed Sox Activate Willson Contreras, Send Anthony Seigler to 10-Day IL
The Boston Red Sox have activated veteran Willson Contreras while placing Anthony Seigler on the 10-day injured list ahead of their series finale against the Kansas City Royals.Roster MoveInjury
MLBOrioles Rotation Takes a Hit: Kyle Bradish Lands on 15-Day IL
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish is heading to the 15-day injured list right in the middle of a crucial September playoff push.InjuryRoster Move
MLBDiamondbacks Drop a September Surprise, DFA Lourdes Gurriel Jr.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have designated veteran outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for assignment in the middle of a September playoff push.Roster MoveBreaking News
MLBJesus Luzardo's Shoulder Inflammation is the Last Thing the Phillies Need Right Now
Phillies starter Jesus Luzardo is dealing with throwing shoulder inflammation, adding a massive question mark to Philadelphia's rotation just as they hit a rough September slide.InjuryAnalysis
MLBCubs Swap Arms: Edward Cabrera Returns as Trent Thornton Hits the IL
The Chicago Cubs activated Edward Cabrera and placed Trent Thornton on the 15-day IL, shaking up their pitching staff in the middle of the September playoff push.Roster MoveInjury
MLBJesus Luzardo Scratched With Shoulder Stiffness, Sending Phillies Fans Into Panic Mode
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo was a late scratch from his scheduled start due to shoulder stiffness, creating immediate rotation questions and sending sportsbooks scrambling.InjuryBettingFantasy
MLBByron Buxton's Season Ends Early (Again) With Hip Surgery
Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton will undergo season-ending hip surgery, continuing a frustrating career trend of injuries and impacting the Twins' lineup.InjuryAnalysis
MLBBraves Stash Lane Thomas on the IL Just in Time for Phillies Showdown
The Atlanta Braves have placed outfielder Lane Thomas on the injured list right before a critical home series against the Philadelphia Phillies.InjuryRoster Move
MLBDodgers Swap Shohei Ohtani for a Prospect at DH
With Shohei Ohtani hitting the IL, the Dodgers are turning to a top hitting prospect to fill the DH role as they head to Miami.InjuryRoster MoveFantasy
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