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Thursday, September 17

Ryan Lasko Faces Long Road to Recovery After Terrifying Outfield Injury

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Athletics outfield prospect Ryan Lasko has returned home facing a long, challenging road to recovery following a terrifying, paralyzing injury sustained while diving for a fly ball. Reminiscent of past sports tragedies, Lasko collided with teammate Devin Taylor in an accident that left him fighting to regain mobility. The baseball world offers best wishes as his immediate future centers entirely on health rather than baseball.

Aaron Judge Downplays Lower Leg Tightness Following Early Game Exit

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New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge downplayed his early exit during a 13-inning loss to the Twins, describing lower right leg tightness as a precautionary measure rather than a re-aggravation of his recent rib fracture. Judge, who was batting 4-for-23 in his first seven games back from a three-month absence, received treatment during an off-day. The Yankees face a dilemma balancing his timing for the playoffs against chasing the AL East-leading Rays with 10 regular-season games left.

Justin Crawford Hits Slow Groundball That Sparks Scary Infield Collision

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Phillies center fielder Justin Crawford hit a slow sixth-inning groundball down the first-base line during Thursday's game against the Mets, a play that inadvertently resulted in a scary collision between Mets first baseman Jared Young and pitcher Nolan McLean.

Edwin Díaz Returns to Dodgers Reliever Corps in Low-Leverage Role

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Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Edwin Díaz will be activated Friday to pitch in low-leverage situations following an injury-plagued campaign. Díaz has posted an 11.85 ERA with seven saves in 11 opportunities over 16 games while dealing with elbow and neck issues. After walking seven batters across five rehab outings at Triple-A, manager Dave Roberts emphasized that Díaz must perform to earn a spot on the postseason roster.

José Urquidy Claimed Off Waivers by Phillies to Bolster Bullpen

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The Philadelphia Phillies claimed 31-year-old right-hander José Urquidy off waivers from the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. Urquidy posted a 4.37 ERA across 22.2 innings mostly in long relief with Chicago in 2026. He could make his organization debut on Friday against the New York Mets in a bullpen game as Philadelphia manages Jesús Luzardo's shoulder injury. Urquidy will not be eligible for the Phillies' postseason roster.

Michael King Earns 12th Win With Eighth Straight Quality Start

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San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King earned his 12th win of the season (12-9) on Thursday, allowing two runs on seven hits and two walks with six strikeouts over six strong innings against the Colorado Rockies. King has now logged eight consecutive quality starts and 12 in his last 14 outings. He carries a 3.03 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and a 154:68 K:BB ratio over 181 innings into his final regular-season start against the Dodgers.

Gerrit Cole Struggles With Fastball Ahead of Postseason Starts

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New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole faces critical adjustments in his final two regular-season starts after allowing seven home runs over his last two outings. Opponents are hitting .333 against his four-seam fastball over his last four starts, generating just an 11.6% whiff rate in his last three. Despite maintaining 97 mph velocity, hard-hit contact has spiked significantly. Cole previously held a 3.29 ERA through 18 starts in his return from Tommy John surgery.

Liam Doyle Takes Mound for Springfield Cardinals in Playoff Game 2

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Liam Doyle takes the mound for the Springfield Cardinals on Thursday night as they face the Tulsa Drillers in Game 2 of their minor league playoff series at Hammons Field. Doyle looks to deliver a strong starting performance for Springfield as they aim to advance in postseason play.

Erick Fedde Takes Starting Assignment for White Sox Against Tigers

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Right-hander Erick Fedde gets the start for the Chicago White Sox as they host the Detroit Tigers at Rate Field. Fedde comes into Thursday's matchup with an 8-9 record, a 3.97 ERA, and 133.2 innings pitched across 31 games this season. He takes the mound opposite Detroit left-hander Framber Valdez as Chicago continues its late-season homestand.

Luis Castillo Moved to White Sox Bullpen Following Struggles

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Pitcher Luis Castillo has been reassigned to the bullpen for the foreseeable future after struggling since joining the Chicago White Sox at the trade deadline. Castillo has posted a 7.76 ERA over seven outings, prompting the coaching staff to move him out of the starting rotation. The right-hander will now look to regain his effectiveness in a relief role during the final stretch of the regular season.

Kyle Finnegan Placed on 15-Day IL with Left Groin Inflammation

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The Detroit Tigers placed relief pitcher Kyle Finnegan on the 15-day injured list Thursday, retroactive to Wednesday, due to left groin inflammation. The move likely ends Finnegan's regular season after he struggled in his last two outings against Toronto, giving up four earned runs over 1.1 innings. In a corresponding transaction, Detroit recalled pitcher Ty Madden from Triple-A Toledo to fill the roster spot.

Mets' Devin Williams Throws Live BP, Approaches Potential Activation

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New York Mets closer Devin Williams threw a live bullpen session Thursday as he progresses from an Aug. 10 right shoulder strain. The Mets will evaluate how his shoulder responds Friday to determine if he is ready for activation. Manager Andy Green indicated Williams will likely return during upcoming series in Texas or Washington, though he may be used in scripted 7th or 8th-inning roles. Williams holds a 4.66 ERA with 16 saves and 51 strikeouts in 38.2 innings.

Shohei Ohtani Expected to Return Before Regular Season Ends

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Dodgers president Andrew Friedman expects Shohei Ohtani to return during the final regular-season games as he recovers from right biceps and left knee injuries. Placed on the 15-day IL on Sept. 7 and done pitching for 2026, Ohtani has resumed hitting off tees and is advancing to coach-pitch BP. While still experiencing minor discomfort, the four-time MVP aims to secure vital at-bats before the postseason.

Carlos Correa Shut Down for Season After Ankle Imaging Reveals Inflammation

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Houston Astros third baseman Carlos Correa will not return for the remainder of the season after imaging on his surgically repaired left ankle revealed inflammation from overworking during rehabilitation. While tests confirmed no structural damage, the Astros ruled out a 2026 comeback, projecting Correa to be fully healthy for the start of the 2027 campaign.

Miguel Ullola Serves as Opener for Astros Against Royals

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Rookie right-hander Miguel Ullola serves as the opener for the Houston Astros in the rubber match of their series against the Royals. Ullola has excelled in limited major league action following a transition from a minor league starter to a relief role, posting a 3.38 ERA with a 0.75 WHIP across six games. The Astros enter the contest locked in a tight AL West race with the Rangers with only ten regular season games remaining.

Cameron Weston Recalled by Mets as 40th Pitcher Used This Season

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The New York Mets recalled right-handed reliever Cameron Weston from Triple-A Syracuse, optioning Xzavion Curry in a corresponding move for the series opener. Weston, claimed off waivers from the Orioles, has pitched brilliantly in Syracuse by allowing just one hit with eight strikeouts across three appearances. When he enters a game down the stretch, Weston will officially become the 40th different pitcher utilized by the Mets during the 2026 campaign.

Xzavion Curry Optioned After Rough Start in Place of Injured Stock

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New York Mets right-hander Xzavion Curry was optioned back down to the minor leagues following a difficult spot start. Curry was called upon Wednesday to fill in for the injured Robert Stock but struggled heavily, getting knocked around for six runs on six hits and three home runs over just three innings of work against the Phillies. The Mets recalled Cameron Weston from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding roster move.

Taylor Trammell Reinstated From Paternity List by Houston Astros

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The Houston Astros activated outfielder Taylor Trammell from the paternity list prior to Thursday's series finale against the Kansas City Royals. In a corresponding roster move, outfielder Joey Loperfido was optioned back down to Triple-A Sugar Land after making a brief two-day appearance with the major league club. Trammell's return restores depth to Houston's outfield as the team battles tightly for the AL West division title.

Joc Pederson Remains Out of Rangers Lineup With Hand Fracture

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Texas Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson is missing his fifth consecutive game due to a small fracture in his left hand suffered when he was hit by a pitch last Saturday. Although Pederson is attempting to play through the injury, he remains sidelined because he is not yet feeling well enough to face right-handed pitching like Sonny Gray. Josh Jung is filling in at designated hitter for Texas in the interim.

Drew Rasmussen Earns 15th Win With Five Scoreless Innings

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Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen improved to 15-5 on the season by throwing five scoreless innings, allowing just four hits and two walks while striking out three in a victory over the A's. Rasmussen has been stellar, yielding only five runs over 31 innings across his last five starts. His ERA has dropped to 2.72 over 165.1 innings with a 0.93 WHIP and 163 strikeouts, lining him up to face the Yankees on the road next.