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Tuesday, September 15

Carlos Correa Will Not Return to Houston Astros Lineup in 2026

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Houston Astros manager Joe Espada confirmed Tuesday that shortstop Carlos Correa will not return in 2026 following left ankle surgery in May. Despite hopes that he would start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sugar Land after swinging and fielding grounders without setbacks, the workload required to reach game shape proved too demanding with less than two weeks remaining. Correa posted a .279/.369/.418 slash line in 32 games prior to his injury.

Bailey Ober Takes Mound for Twins Against Visiting Yankees

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Minnesota Twins right-hander Bailey Ober makes his 23rd start of the season Tuesday night against the New York Yankees at Target Field. Ober carries a 4.28 ERA with 85 strikeouts across 117.2 innings pitched this year. Relying on precise command and soft contact to compensate for a fastball averaging 88.1 mph, the 31-year-old looks to secure a series win against a Yankees squad that recently clinched its postseason berth.

Trey Yesavage Struggles in Brief Triple-A Rehab Outing

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Toronto Blue Jays pitching prospect Trey Yesavage struggled during a Triple-A rehab appearance with Buffalo on Tuesday, failing to get out of the first inning. Yesavage threw 34 pitches and recorded just two outs while allowing two runs (one earned) on two hits and a walk while topping out at 94.4 mph on his fastball. Despite the shaky outing, Toronto still hopes the 23-year-old right-hander can start for the big club on Sept. 21 in Baltimore.

Kevin Gausman Faces Former Team as Cubs Host Braves

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Right-hander Kevin Gausman takes the ball for the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night against his former club, the Atlanta Braves, at Wrigley Field. Acquired by the Cubs prior to the trade deadline, Gausman carries a 9-12 record alongside a 4.60 ERA into the matchup. He opposes Atlanta southpaw Martín Pérez in the second game of the series as Chicago seeks to build on its 7-3 series-opening victory over the Braves.

Martín Pérez Takes Mound for Braves in Crucial Cubs Clash

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Veteran southpaw Martín Pérez takes the mound for the Atlanta Braves against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, seeking to bounce back from a 7-3 series-opening loss. Holding an 8-9 record and 3.08 ERA on the season, Pérez looks to maintain his pattern of strong rebound performances, coming off a seven-shutout-inning outing against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Braves enter Tuesday night with a magic number of four to clinch a postseason berth.

Tarik Skubal Dominates Reds as Dodgers Clinch Postseason Berth

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Los Angeles Dodgers starter Tarik Skubal spun a dominant seven scoreless innings, allowing three hits and one walk while striking out nine in a 4-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Skubal's gem helped LA clinch its 14th consecutive postseason berth. The reigning back-to-back Cy Young winner has allowed just five runs over his last 26 innings across four starts as he continues to settle into his new environment following his trade from Detroit.

Boston Smith Headlines Mariners Prospects Heading to Arizona Fall League

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Catcher/outfielder Boston Smith leads a contingent of eight Seattle Mariners prospects selected to participate in the upcoming Arizona Fall League with the Peoria Javelinas. Smith split his strong 2026 minor league campaign between Double-A Birmingham and Arkansas, batting .274/.424/.566 with 31 home runs, 84 RBIs, and a .990 OPS. Seattle intends to give the power hitter additional defensive repetitions behind the plate during the monthlong fall schedule.

Salvador Perez Out of Kansas City Royals Lineup Tuesday vs. Astros

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Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez is out of the starting lineup Tuesday against the Houston Astros, ending a streak of 27 consecutive starts. Perez has been on a hot streak through 12 games in September, slashing .298/.353/.468 with two doubles, two home runs, and 10 RBI. In his absence, Jac Caglianone will serve as the designated hitter while John Rave starts in right field.

Juan Soto Drives In Run as Plate Discipline Inspires Prospects

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New York Mets superstar slugger Juan Soto drove in a run with an RBI single in the second inning during a 7-4 extra-inning loss to Baltimore. Meanwhile, Dodgers prospect Josue De Paula cited Soto as a key inspiration and role model for his plate discipline and box presence, drawing widespread viral comparisons during recent games. On the season, the five-time All-Star continues to power the Mets' offense.

Sean Manaea Takes the Mound as New York Mets Face Orioles

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New York Mets left-hander Sean Manaea gets the starting nod Tuesday night against the Baltimore Orioles. Manaea leads the Mets pitching staff at Citi Field against Orioles starter Shane Baz in interleague action. The Mets lineup features Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, and Bo Bichette in the top three spots, while Manaea aims to deliver a strong performance as New York pushes through the stretch run.

Ronald Acuña Serving as Designated Hitter for Atlanta Braves vs. Cubs

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Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. will serve as the designated hitter Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs, marking his second DH start in three games. The Braves continue to manage Acuña's workload carefully following his return from a second injured list stint caused by a left hamstring strain. Brewer Hicklen takes over in right field and will bat ninth in Atlanta's starting lineup.

Colt Keith Out of Detroit Tigers Lineup Tuesday with Thumb Injury

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Detroit Tigers third baseman Colt Keith is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays due to left thumb soreness. Keith was scratched Monday and is sitting for a second consecutive contest. It remains unclear how long he has dealt with the issue, but the infielder has struggled recently, slashing .136/.240/.227 with a 30 percent strikeout rate over his past 19 games.

Hunter Goodman Benched Tuesday Despite Power Surge with Colorado Rockies

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Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman will sit out Tuesday's contest against the Padres, resting for the second time in three games despite going 2-for-3 with two extra-base hits and a walk on Monday. The two-time All-Star has slugged 38 home runs this season, including 23 on the road—the second-most away home runs in a single season in franchise history behind Larry Walker's 29 set in 1997.

Lake Bachar Set to Open for Pittsburgh Pirates Against Brewers

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Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Lake Bachar gets the start as an opener Tuesday against the Milwaukee Brewers. Acquired from the Miami Marlins last month, Bachar makes his sixth start in 10 total appearances with Pittsburgh, carrying a 1-3 record and 3.52 ERA. In his previous outing on Sept. 9 against the Chicago White Sox, Bachar pitched 1.2 scoreless innings while allowing two hits.

Jameson Taillon Ruled Out for Remainder of 2026 Season

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jameson Taillon announced Tuesday that his 2026 season is over due to a right elbow injury. Taillon is scheduled to travel to Texas on Sept. 22 to consult with Dr. Keith Meister for further evaluation. He expressed optimism that the issue will not require major surgery and can instead be treated with injections alongside an offseason rehabilitation program.

Joey Loperfido Recalled by Houston Astros from Triple-A Sugar Land

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The Houston Astros recalled outfielder Joey Loperfido from Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday to replace Taylor Trammell on the active roster. Loperfido batted .276 earlier this season before a right quad strain sidelined him in April. After being optioned in July, he posted a .289 average, .375 OBP, 3 home runs, 14 doubles, 29 RBI, and 7 stolen bases across 228 at-bats with the Space Cowboys.

Taylor Trammell Placed on Paternity List by Houston Astros

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Houston Astros outfielder Taylor Trammell was placed on the paternity list on Tuesday. Trammell enjoyed a blistering start to the season before incurring an injury on April 20, hitting .345 at the time. Since returning from the injured list on May 26, he has struggled to regain his initial rhythm, bringing his season line down to .204 with a .292 OBP and a .645 OPS across limited action for Houston.

James Wood Out of Washington Nationals Lineup After 10-Game Run

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Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood was held out of Tuesday's lineup against the Philadelphia Phillies for rest. Wood returned from an oblique injury on Sept. 2 and started 10 consecutive games, batting .297 (11-for-37) with three doubles, four stolen bases, and two RBI during that stretch. Overall, Wood leads the NL with a .395 OBP and 30 home runs while pacing the majors in average exit velocity (95.1 mph).

Roki Sasaki Will Throw Simulated Game Instead of Starting Thursday

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Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki will throw a simulated game Wednesday instead of making a scheduled start Thursday against the Cincinnati Reds, manager Dave Roberts announced. Sasaki, who recently threw a bullpen session on Monday following a finger issue, remains without a clear role for the rest of the year as Los Angeles weighs whether to deploy him as a starter or reliever for the postseason.

Joc Pederson Sidelined With Small Fracture in Left Hand

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Texas Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson is out of the lineup against the Red Sox after being diagnosed with a small fracture in his left hand. The veteran slugger suffered the injury after being hit by a pitch on Saturday against the Diamondbacks. Pederson is expected to be sidelined for at least the next few days while undergoing evaluation, though he is hopeful the swelling will subside in time to return before season's end.