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MLBDaulton Varsho Undergoes Wrist Surgery, Starting a Long Rehab Clock
Daulton Varsho is undergoing wrist surgery, ending his season and raising questions about his power and readiness for next year.InjuryRoster Move
MLBRoman Anthony Sidelined With Wrist Injury, Jahmai Jones Takes Over Leadoff Spot
Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony is out with a new wrist injury, forcing Jahmai Jones into the leadoff spot against the Yankees.InjuryRoster MoveBreaking News
MLBRoman Anthony Exits ALWCS Game 1 With Hand Soreness
Boston Red Sox left fielder Roman Anthony left Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series with hand soreness, creating immediate lineup and betting uncertainty for the rest of the postseason matchup.InjuryPlayoffsBreaking News
MLBAlex Bregman is DHing With Eight Facial Fractures Because the Cubs Are Desperate
Alex Bregman will DH for the Chicago Cubs against the Padres just nine days after suffering eight facial fractures, as manager Craig Counsell deems his bat too important to sit.InjuryAnalysisBetting
MLBBraves and Phillies Limp Into a Wild Card Bloodbath
The Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies renew their October rivalry in the NL Wild Card series, but severe injuries to Atlanta's rotation and Philadelphia's Luis Arraez could turn this matchup into a battle of attrition.Game PreviewPlayoffsAnalysis
MLBJoe Musgrove Returns to the Padres After Two-Year Tommy John Layoff
The San Diego Padres are activating Joe Musgrove from the injured list after he missed the entire 2025 season and most of 2026 recovering from Tommy John surgery.Roster MoveInjury
MLBRed Sox Air-Drop Garrett Crochet Into Wild Card Roster After Five-Month Absence
Garrett Crochet is officially on the Boston Red Sox Wild Card roster against the Yankees despite not pitching since April 25 due to a shoulder injury.Roster MovePlayoffsInjury
MLBYankees Drop a Nuke on October: Aaron Judge Left Off Wild Card Roster
The New York Yankees have officially left Aaron Judge off their Wild Card roster against the Boston Red Sox, confirming the worst fears about his stress fracture recovery.Roster MovePlayoffsInjury
MLBMatthew Boyd Gets the Game 1 Nod for the Cubs After Surviving the Ultimate Dad Injury
The Chicago Cubs are handing the ball to veteran Matthew Boyd for Game 1 of the Wild Card Series against the Padres, capping off a wild season that included a freak meniscus tear.PlayoffsBettingAnalysis
MLBKyle Bradish Needs Hernia Surgery, Ending His Season and Likely the Orioles' Playoff Hopes
Baltimore Orioles starter Kyle Bradish is undergoing sports hernia surgery, ending his 2026 season just months after signing a $90 million extension.InjuryRoster MoveAnalysis
MLBPhillies Leave Luis Arraez Off Wild Card Roster After Ankle Sprain
Luis Arraez will miss the Phillies' Wild Card series against the Braves due to a left ankle sprain, dealing a major blow to Philadelphia's lineup.InjuryRoster MovePlayoffs
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