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Monday, September 14

Troy Johnston Reflects on First Full Season with Colorado Rockies

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Colorado Rockies infielder Troy Johnston is enjoying a dream first full major league season at age 29, batting .280/.350/.395 with 29 doubles and 48 RBI across 121 games. Claimed off waivers from Miami, Johnston credits his success to manager Warren Schaeffer, hitting coach Brett Pill—focusing on golf swing mechanics—and a healthier mental approach. Set to become a free agent at season's end, the veteran rookie has also enjoyed pitching in relief appearances.

Max Clark Thriving in Rookie Season with Detroit Tigers

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Detroit Tigers rookie Max Clark has put together an impressive first quarter-season since his July 31 promotion. Playing in 39 games with 154 plate appearances, Clark is hitting .274/.355/.444 with three homers, eight doubles, three triples, and five stolen bases. Praised for his elite baseball intelligence and defensive prowess in center field, Clark has been worth 1.2 fWAR while excelling particularly against left-handed pitching, anchoring a bright future for the Tigers.

Carlos Correa Expected to See Playing Time at Second Base Upon Return

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Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa is expected to play some second base when he returns from the 60-day injured list. Correa, who has been sidelined since early May following ankle surgery, is scheduled to play one or two rehab games at Triple-A Sugar Land this week. The move would allow the Astros to keep Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes at corner infield spots while opening up designated hitter for Jose Altuve on days Yordan Alvarez plays left field.

JJ Wetherholt Goes Through Full Workout Tuesday as He Recovers From Wrist Tendinitis

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St. Louis Cardinals rookie infielder JJ Wetherholt hit off a pitching machine before going through a full pregame workout as he works his way back from right wrist tendinitis. Wetherholt is feeling better and his next steps will be determined based on how he handles Tuesday's workload. He previously set a goal to return during the Cardinals' final homestand, which concludes Sunday, leaving open the possibility of a late-season comeback if his recovery remains on schedule.

Josue De Paula Hits First MLB Home Run in Impressive Debut Series

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Los Angeles Dodgers top prospect Josue De Paula made a splash during his first three major league games in Miami. After drawing walks in each of his first three contests, De Paula smashed a three-run home run on Sunday for his first MLB hit, followed by a double. Called up directly from Double-A on Friday, he reached base six times in 11 at-bats, showing quiet confidence and boosting his case for a postseason roster spot while helping his team maintain momentum.

Gage Ziehl Strikes Out Eight in Gritty Performance for Triple-A Worcester

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Gage Ziehl delivered a gritty performance for the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox, pitching into the sixth inning and striking out eight batters despite being taken yard in the fourth. The 23-year-old righty brought his season total to 126 strikeouts in 116 innings pitched, including 96 frames in Portland. Ziehl bounced back well without his confidence shaken, issuing zero walks while helping guide the WooSox to an 8-7 victory and establishing himself as a pitcher to watch for 2027.

Franklin Arias Smashes 24th Home Run of the Season in Triple-A Worcester Win

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Franklin Arias hit his 24th home run of the season, and his 5th in Triple-A, helping the Worcester Red Sox cap off their penultimate series of 2026 with an 8-7 victory over Lehigh Valley. Arias began the year as an absolute hitting machine in the spring for the Portland Sea Dogs before earning a promotion to Triple-A. His powerful bat and consistent performance continue to solidify his status as an exciting prospect rising through the Boston farm system.

Eli Willits Finishes Stellar Professional Debut With Monster Four-Hit Game

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Washington Nationals top prospect Eli Willits capped his standout 18-year-old season by going 4-for-4 with his first Double-A home run and two stolen bases. Promoted for the final week, Willits finished the year with 14 homers and 62 stolen bases across three levels, walking 95 times with a 17.7% walk rate. Batting .265 with a .406 OBP and .869 OPS, the elite shortstop joined an exclusive group of 18-year-olds to notch four hits in a Double-A game.

Michael Harris Busts Out of Slump With Three More Hits Sunday

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Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris went 3-for-5 with two runs scored in Sunday's loss to the Phillies. After beginning September in a 3-for-35 slump, Harris has busted out with seven hits over his last two contests, producing one homer, one steal, three RBI, and four runs. He now boasts a .291/.318/.490 slash line through 575 plate appearances with a career-high 25 homers, 11 steals, 71 runs, and 83 RBI as he gears up for a strong finish to the season.

Luis Severino Expected To Have Normal Offseason After Shoulder Injury

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Severino logged a bullpen session Saturday and is expected to have a normal offseason. The right-hander hit the injured list May 30 due to a right shoulder strain that ended his 2026 campaign after going 2-6 with a 4.16 ERA and 65:31 K:BB across 12 starts and 62.2 innings. Though he holds a $22 million player option for 2027, he is likely to return to the Athletics.

Bailey Falter Designated For Assignment By Atlanta Braves

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Left-hander Bailey Falter was designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves, making room on the roster for recalled right-hander Owen Murphy. Falter's brief stint in Atlanta included 3.1 scoreless innings pitched, featuring a few outs recorded against the Phillies.

Atlanta Braves Recall Owen Murphy And Designate Bailey Falter

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The Atlanta Braves recalled right-hander Owen Murphy from Triple-A Gwinnett and designated left-hander Bailey Falter for assignment. Murphy is expected to pitch out of the bullpen over the coming days after posting a 3.61 ERA across 96.2 innings and 18 starts for Gwinnett this season.

Eduardo Quintero Hits Dramatic Two-Run Homer In Double-A Debut

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Top-100 prospect Eduardo Quintero joined Double-A Tulsa from High-A Great Lakes for the playoff drive and made an immediate impact, hitting a clutch two-run home run in the ninth inning to tie the game in his first Double-A appearance on his 21st birthday.

Charles Davalan Promoted To Double-A Tulsa For Playoff Drive

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Outfielder Charles Davalan was promoted from High-A Great Lakes to Double-A Tulsa alongside top-100 prospect Eduardo Quintero to provide reinforcements for the Drillers' playoff drive. Davalan immediately contributed by collecting a hit in his Double-A debut.

Jake Gelof Sets Modern-Era Tulsa Record With 34th Home Run

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Infielder Jake Gelof capped a stellar regular season for Double-A Tulsa by hitting his 34th home run, setting a modern-era franchise record. The Dodgers' 2023 second-round pick out of Virginia batted .271/.285/.565 with a 138 wRC+ while splitting time across third base, second base, and first base during his breakout professional campaign.

Miguel Amaya Shines As Superhero With Home Run Vs Pirates

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Miguel Amaya starred as the Cubs' superhero against the Pirates, going 2-for-3 with a two-run homer that briefly gave Chicago the lead and throwing out a runner stealing to keep the game close. Despite a 4-3 loss, Amaya anchored the offense with two of the team's five hits, continuing his strong late-season form.

Yankees Ace Cam Schlittler Garners MVP Attention In 2026

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The 25-year-old Yankees pitcher is turning heads and receiving MVP attention during an exceptional campaign, currently tied with Jacob Misiorowski for the lowest ERA among all qualified pitchers in the major leagues, though teammate Aaron Judge remains tight-lipped.

Jacob Misiorowski Tied For Lowest ERA Among Qualified Pitchers

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New York Yankees ace Cam Schlittler is drawing MVP attention while sharing a notable statistical milestone with 25-year-old pitcher Jacob Misiorowski, as the two are tied for the lowest ERA among qualified pitchers in the league during the 2026 season.

Keider Montero Placed On Paternity List By Detroit Tigers

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The Detroit Tigers placed right-handed pitcher Keider Montero on the paternity list after he welcomed a new family member. Alongside a touching letter expressing pride in representing Venezuela and Detroit, the team recalled left-handed pitcher Andrew Sears from Triple-A Toledo to take his roster spot while Montero tends to his family.

Willson Contreras Returns From IL, Logs Two Hits in Red Sox Win

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Willson Contreras made a successful return from the injured list on Sunday, starting at first base for the Boston Red Sox in a 4-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Contreras went 2-for-3 with a walk and a run scored, demonstrating full recovery from his hamstring injury by advancing to second on a fourth-inning error. Boston activated the veteran catcher/infielder after determining he was ready for full action.