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Zach Neto was a key offensive force for the Los Angeles Angels in their 7-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. He hit a leadoff home run on the first pitch of the game against Yoshinobu Yamamoto, marking his eighth leadoff homer of the season and setting a new Angels franchise record. Neto later added another home run in the eighth inning, his second of the night.
Houston Astros All-Star closer Josh Hader was unavailable Monday night due to shoulder discomfort experienced after a workout. Manager Joe Espada confirmed Hader was sent for testing, and the team expects to receive results soon regarding his condition. Hader, who is in his second season with the Astros, currently holds a 6-2 record with a 2.05 ERA and 28 saves in 48 appearances.
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan has undergone season-ending surgery to repair a nerve issue in his triceps. This marks another setback for the pitcher who has been sidelined since August 2023, following Tommy John surgery. McClanahan's latest procedure is intended to provide relief to the nerve area, but its long-term effectiveness remains uncertain.
Alex Bregman received a warm welcome, including a tribute video and standing ovation, in his first return to Houston since joining the Red Sox. He promptly hit a two-run homer in his first at-bat, his 15th of the season. Bregman later singled, bringing his season slash line to an impressive .301/.382/.541, highlighting his continued strong performance with Boston.
Nathan Eovaldi's remarkable streak of strong pitching for the Texas Rangers came to an end on Monday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Eovaldi allowed a season-high five runs on eight hits, including three home runs, in five innings of work. Despite this outing, his season ERA rose from 1.38 to 1.71, which remains better than the league leader.
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole has taken a significant step in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, making 20 throws off flat ground on Monday. This marks the beginning of his throwing program, five months after undergoing an internal brace insertion in his right elbow. Cole expressed that the session "felt really good" and that he was "fairly accurate" during the throws. Yankees manager Aaron Boone noted this as a "significant" milestone, with Cole expected to continue flat-ground work for several months before progressing to throwing off a mound, aiming for a normal offseason.
Carlos Correa made a triumphant return to the Houston Astros after being reacquired in a blockbuster trade from the Minnesota Twins, playing his first game back in Houston. The former shortstop has been exceptional since rejoining the team, batting .405 with 15 hits, two homers, and six RBIs in nine games. Correa expressed feeling rejuvenated by his move to third base, noting it keeps his legs fresher, and celebrated his reunion with close friend and teammate Jose Altuve.
Veteran reliever Kendall Graveman has been designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks following a challenging season where he posted a 1-0 record with a 7.13 ERA in 19 appearances. Graveman, who signed in spring training after missing 2024 due to shoulder surgery, also dealt with a hip issue in June and was described by manager Torey Lovullo as "grinding through things." Despite his struggles, the 34-year-old right-hander, who has a 4.03 career ERA over 10 big league seasons, reportedly plans to continue pitching.
Yankees slugger Aaron Judge continues rehabilitation from a right flexor strain but his return to the outfield remains uncertain, with manager Aaron Boone ruling him out for the upcoming series against Minnesota and expressing doubt about this weekend in St. Louis. Judge has been on the injured list with a right flexor strain since last month, and his ability to play right field is crucial as it impacts Giancarlo Stanton's playing time, especially with the team being optimistic about a "sooner rather than later" return to the field.
San Francisco Giants ace Logan Webb pitched well through the first five innings of Monday's game against the Padres, but struggled in the later stages, surrendering four runs in 6 1/3 innings. The Padres defeated the Giants 4-1. Webb allowed eight hits, walked one, and struck out three, marking his third start in the last four outings where he has given up at least four earned runs at home.
Byron Buxton has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list by the Minnesota Twins. The All-Star outfielder had been sidelined for 13 games with inflammation in his left rib cage. Before his injury, Buxton was batting .282 with 23 homers, 59 RBIs, and a .905 OPS in 85 games, leading the team in these categories among qualified players. He also has 17 stolen bases in 17 attempts and is on pace for the second-most games played in his 11-year career.
Houston Astros right-hander Cristian Javier is scheduled to make his 2025 season debut on Monday, starting against the Red Sox, following Tommy John surgery last June. He completed five rehab starts, with his last outing on August 5 for Triple-A Sugar Land, where he threw 77 pitches over 3 2/3 innings, allowing one earned run, walking four, and striking out six, finishing his rehab with a 5.14 ERA. Javier, a key piece of the 2022 World Series team known for his breakout 2.54 ERA, looks to rebound after a challenging 2023 and early 2024 season before his injury.
The Colorado Rockies (30-87) are visiting the St. Louis Cardinals (60-59) on Monday, August 11th. The Rockies have lost eight of their last ten games and are coming off a weekend series where they were outscored significantly. The Cardinals, conversely, have won two of their last three series. Betting trends favor the Cardinals on the moneyline, while leaning towards the Rockies against the spread and the over on the game total.
Despite a period of selling prior to the trade deadline, the Minnesota Twins are still in contention for a playoff spot, currently trailing the AL lead by 5.5 games. The team has been finding success recently, winning their last two series and showing signs of improvement. Their recent performance suggests they could make a push for the postseason.
Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood is emerging as a foundational piece in the team's rebuild, currently slashing .257/.357/.487 with 25 home runs and 77 RBIs this season. The 22-year-old has been particularly hot recently, lashing five extra-base hits—including a homer and four doubles—over his last three games, and has demonstrated effectiveness against left-handed pitching, making him a strong home run prospect against struggling lefties.
Cincinnati Reds infielder Elly De La Cruz broke out of a recent 5-for-32 slump on Sunday, delivering a multi-hit performance against Pittsburgh that included his 31st stolen base of the season. De La Cruz, who is batting .277 with 19 homers and 74 RBIs, remains a significant threat on the basepaths and is a top player prop pick to steal another base against Phillies starter Taijuan Walker.
Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene hit his 27th home run of the season on Sunday against the Angels, leading his team in homers. After a post-All-Star break slump, Greene is regaining his form, with five hits in his last five games and two homers in his last 10, positioning him as a strong home run threat against the White Sox, particularly against right-handed pitching.
The Cleveland Guardians have significantly closed their AL Central deficit, winning nine of their last eleven games despite recent off-field challenges. Star closer Emmanuel Clase and teammate Luis Ortiz were placed on leave due to a sports betting investigation, and former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber was traded. This strong performance has cut a 15 1/2 game lead to six, placing them a half-game behind the New York Yankees for the final American League wild card spot.
The Texas Rangers (60-59) are set to begin a series against the Arizona Diamondbacks at home. This follows a challenging weekend where they were swept in a three-game series by the Philadelphia Phillies. The Rangers' offense struggled significantly throughout the weekend, managing only five runs in total, including just two in their recent 4-2 loss.
The Arizona Diamondbacks (57-61) recently swept a three-game series against the Rockies, scoring 25 runs in total. In their last victory, they notably scored eight runs in the fifth inning, achieving a franchise-record nine consecutive hits. They are now in Arlington to begin a new series against the Texas Rangers.
