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MLBMariners Call Up Kade Anderson Because Their Rotation Wasn't Terrifying Enough
The Seattle Mariners are calling up top pitching prospect Kade Anderson to make his MLB debut on Saturday against the Chicago Cubs after a historically dominant run in Double-A.Roster MoveBreaking News
MLBJacob Wilson's Season Is Likely Over, And The A's Medical Staff Needs A Vacation
Oakland Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson is reportedly done for the season with a shoulder injury, adding another chapter to his extensive medical history and dealing a blow to the team's lineup.InjuryRoster MoveAnalysis
MLBGiants Break Another Bullpen Arm: Keaton Winn Hits IL With Elbow Neuritis
San Francisco Giants reliever Keaton Winn lands on the injured list with elbow neuritis after a heavy workload, raising major questions about Tony Vitello's bullpen management and the team's late-inning stability.InjuryRoster MoveAnalysis
MLBPhillies Panic-Buy Premium Duct Tape, Sign Nestor Cortes to Major-League Deal
The Philadelphia Phillies are signing veteran pitcher Nestor Cortes to a major-league contract in late August as they look to patch up an injury-riddled pitching staff.Free AgencyRoster Move
MLBDodgers Place Edwin Díaz Back on IL Just Weeks After Triumphant Return
The Los Angeles Dodgers are placing closer Edwin Díaz back on the injured list shortly after his return from elbow surgery, forcing the team to rely on Tanner Scott for late-game saves as the playoffs approach.InjuryRoster MoveAnalysis
MLBMarlins Reliever Andrew Nardi Heading for Elbow Surgery
Miami Marlins relief pitcher Andrew Nardi is set to undergo elbow surgery, leaving the team's bullpen with a massive hole and plenty of unanswered questions about his recovery timeline.InjuryRoster MoveBreaking News
MLBKetel Marte Ghosts the Diamondbacks in Boston, Lands on Restricted List
Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte was placed on the Restricted List after traveling to Boston but failing to show up for the game against the Red Sox.Roster MoveBreaking NewsBetting
MLBMax Fried Hits the IL as the Yankees' Dream Rotation Remains Purely Theoretical
Max Fried has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a left elbow bone bruise, delaying his highly anticipated rotation pairing with Gerrit Cole and forcing the Yankees to rely on Triple-A depth.InjuryRoster MoveBetting
MLBDiamondbacks Place Ketel Marte on Restricted List After All-Star Break Burglary
Ketel Marte has been placed on the restricted list following a home burglary, leaving the Diamondbacks without their star second baseman as they fight for a Wild Card spot.Roster MoveBreaking News
MLBCubs Lose Dansby Swanson and Edward Cabrera to IL After Brutal Sunday
The Chicago Cubs placed shortstop Dansby Swanson and pitcher Edward Cabrera on the injured list following an 11-4 loss to the Cardinals, forcing a middle infield shuffle.InjuryRoster Move
MLBThe Royals Finally Pull the Plug on the Starling Marte Experiment
The Kansas City Royals have designated 37-year-old outfielder Starling Marte for assignment after a disappointing stint featuring a .242 average and just two home runs.Roster MoveBreaking News
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