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Saturday, July 26, 2025

Dodgers Pitcher Clayton Kershaw Struggles in Loss to Red Sox

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Clayton Kershaw delivered a shaky performance in the Los Angeles Dodgers' 4-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox, allowing four runs over 4 ⅔ innings and raising his season ERA to 3.62. The 37-year-old left-hander, who entered the game with a 4-1 record and a strong run of consistency having allowed two or fewer earned runs in six of his last seven starts, struggled with his mechanics and command early in his first regular-season start at Fenway Park. Unlike Garrett Crochet, Kershaw failed to escape jams, contributing to the Dodgers' defeat.

Jacob Young Exits Game with Bruised Finger

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Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young departed Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins after sustaining a bruised right index finger. The injury occurred in the third inning while Young was attempting a bunt. He was subsequently replaced by Alex Call and entered the game batting .245 with 18 RBIs and 10 stolen bases over 78 games.

Randal Grichuk Traded to Kansas City Royals

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Randal Grichuk was acquired by the Kansas City Royals from the Arizona Diamondbacks in a Saturday trade as the Diamondbacks continue their expected sell-off ahead of the MLB trade deadline. The veteran outfielder was removed from Arizona's lineup following the finalized deal. Grichuk, a 33-year-old right-handed hitter who has played for multiple teams since 2014, was batting .243 with seven home runs and 22 RBIs this season.

Cubs' Javier Assad Set for Triple-A Rehab Start Amid Return from Oblique Injury

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Chicago Cubs right-hander Javier Assad is slated to make a rehabilitation start for Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday as he continues his recovery from a left oblique injury. Assad, who re-aggravated the injury in April, recently threw three scoreless innings in an Arizona Complex League rehab appearance on Thursday. Manager Craig Counsell anticipates Assad could contribute to the Cubs by mid-August, potentially from the bullpen, despite being prepared as a starter.

Mets Pitcher Tylor Megill Progressing from Elbow Sprain

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Mets right-hander Tylor Megill is making positive strides in his recovery from a right elbow sprain. Manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed Megill threw a bullpen session on Thursday and is scheduled for another on Sunday, indicating he is "moving in the right direction." Megill was transferred to the 60-day injured list on July 8 and could potentially rejoin the team in the second half of the season.

Angels OF Jorge Soler Placed on IL with Lower Back Inflammation

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Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to lower back inflammation. The 33-year-old has been managing back soreness in recent weeks, prompting the Angels to provide him with an extended chance to rest. Soler, the 2021 World Series MVP, is batting .215 with 12 homers and 34 RBIs in his first season with the Angels, with LaMonte Wade Jr. slated to play right field in his absence.

Angels OF Chris Taylor Sidelined Six Weeks After Second Hand Fracture

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Los Angeles Angels outfielder Chris Taylor is expected to miss at least six weeks after re-breaking his left hand during a game on Friday night. This marks the second time this season he has fractured the same hand; he had only just returned to the active roster on Monday after a prior injury on June 9. Taylor, who has batted .189 in 15 games for the Angels, was injured on an awkward fall while attempting a catch in the outfield.

Luis Robert Jr. Sidelined Again With Adductor Soreness, Available Off Bench for White Sox

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White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. was out of the starting lineup for the second consecutive day on Saturday due to adductor soreness, an injury he sustained while stealing second on Wednesday. Manager Will Venable confirmed Robert was feeling better and looked good after running, but was not quite ready to start, though he remained available off the bench. Robert is currently on a nine-game hitting streak, batting .375 with two homers and nine RBIs during this stretch, but his overall season average is .206 with 10 homers and 41 RBIs in 84 games. With the trade deadline approaching, Robert, who also has 26 steals and solid defense, could be a trade candidate.

Detroit Tigers Sign Veteran Reliever Luke Jackson to One-Year Contract

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The Detroit Tigers signed veteran right-handed reliever Luke Jackson to a one-year contract on Saturday, two days after his release by the Texas Rangers. The Tigers will pay Jackson the prorated MLB minimum salary, while the Rangers are responsible for the remainder of his $1.5 million contract. Jackson, 33, has experienced a significant drop in his strikeout and whiff rates this season, along with decreased effectiveness from his primary pitch, the slider.

Joc Pederson Expected to Return to Rangers Lineup Sunday as Designated Hitter

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Texas Rangers slugger Joc Pederson is anticipated to be activated from the injured list and return to the lineup on Sunday as the designated hitter, following a 52-game absence due to a broken right hand. Manager Bruce Bochy confirmed the return, stating Pederson felt comfortable and his hand was good after two rehab games with Triple-A Round Rock. Before his May 24 injury, which occurred when he was hit by a pitch, Pederson was batting .131 with two home runs and six RBIs in 46 games for the Rangers. He will primarily serve as the DH upon his return.

Mookie Betts Expected to Rejoin Dodgers Saturday After Family Death

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Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts is expected to rejoin the team Saturday night after missing a game due to a death in his family. Manager Dave Roberts indicated Betts was en route to the stadium, having traveled to Nashville for the day off and missing Friday's win against the Red Sox. Betts, despite currently having one of the worst seasons of his career with a .238 batting average, 11 homers, and 45 RBIs, prioritized being with his family. Roberts planned to discuss Betts' availability for Saturday's game upon his arrival.

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton Preparing for Outfield Return Following Aaron Judge's Injury

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Following Aaron Judge's elbow injury, Giancarlo Stanton will begin working out in the outfield this week to become a defensive option for the Yankees. Stanton, who has primarily served as the designated hitter this season, expressed readiness to play either left or right field, despite not having played defensively since 2023. Manager Aaron Boone approached him about the potential move to address the team's outfield needs. This season, Stanton is slashing .277/.358/.532 with seven home runs and 20 RBI, posting an .890 OPS in 28 games.

Brewers Activate Outfielder Sal Frelick from Injured List

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Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick has been activated from the injured list after recovering from a left hamstring issue. He immediately returned to the lineup, leading off and playing right field against the Miami Marlins. To make room on the roster, the Brewers optioned infielder Tyler Black to Triple-A Nashville. Before his injury, Frelick was batting .294 with a .354 on-base percentage, .404 slugging percentage, seven homers, 39 RBIs, and 17 steals in 93 games.

Rafael Devers Gains Crucial Experience in Third First Base Start for Giants

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San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers, making his third career start at first base on Saturday against the Mets, gained significant defensive experience despite a mixed performance that included some miscues and an error. He was involved in numerous plays, notably completing an inning-ending double play while also having a bobble contribute to two runs. Manager Bob Melvin expressed satisfaction with Devers getting many reps at the position, indicating plans for him to be the primary first baseman, a role Devers is eager to learn and improve in.

Brandon Marsh Involved in Accidental Collision with Teammate Edmundo Sosa, Expresses Remorse

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Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Brandon Marsh was involved in an accidental collision with teammate Edmundo Sosa during the seventh inning of Saturday's game against the New York Yankees. Marsh, jogging forward from left field, inadvertently elbowed third baseman Sosa in the back while both converged on a Jazz Chisholm Jr. pop-up, leading to Sosa leaving the game with a back contusion. Marsh, who emerged from the collision unscathed, expressed remorse for the incident, stating he didn't hear Sosa call for the ball and felt it was his fault. He showed concern for Sosa, hugging him and helping him off the field.

Edmundo Sosa Sustains Back Contusion After Collision, Hits Two-Run Homer, Declares Himself Ready for Sunday

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Philadelphia Phillies utility man Edmundo Sosa was involved in an accidental collision with teammate Brandon Marsh in the seventh inning of Saturday's 9-4 win over the New York Yankees. While backpedaling to make a putout on a Jazz Chisholm Jr. pop-up, Sosa was elbowed in the back by Marsh, causing him to fall to the ground and leave the game with a back contusion. Despite the injury scare, Sosa confirmed postgame that he is feeling better and expects to be "good to go" for Sunday's series finale. Prior to the collision, Sosa contributed significantly with a 424-foot two-run home run in the seventh inning and received a pep talk from Bryce Harper after an earlier frustrated at-bat, which Sosa credited for his focus before the homer.

Robbie Ray Bounces Back in Giants' Start

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Giants pitcher Robbie Ray, in his second start since his second All-Star appearance, delivered a bounce-back performance against the New York Mets. Despite allowing some hard contact early, he effectively managed the game and reached for strikeouts when needed. Ray ultimately allowed two runs over 5 2/3 innings, with both runs scoring on a double hit off his 102nd pitch.

Marcus Stroman Endures Difficult Outing as Yankees Fall to Phillies

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Marcus Stroman had a challenging outing for the Yankees in their 9-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday afternoon. The right-hander lasted only 3.2 innings, surrendering four runs on five hits and four walks while striking out four on 89 pitches. He put his team behind early by allowing a run in the first inning and later saw things unravel in the fourth, issuing multiple walks that led to runs. Following this performance, which also included giving up a home run to Bryce Harper, Stroman's ERA for the season rose to 6.09 through eight starts.

Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s Seventh-Inning Popup Resulted in Collision and Out Call

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Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit a seventh-inning popup during Saturday's game against the New York Yankees that led to a collision between Phillies teammates Edmundo Sosa and Brandon Marsh, resulting in Sosa's injury and exit. Umpires initially awarded Chisholm a hit on the play. However, after a video review, the call was changed to an inning-ending out, as it was determined that Sosa had possession of the ball before hitting the ground.

Aaron Nola Set for First Triple-A Rehab Start Following Ankle and Rib Injuries

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Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola is scheduled to make his first injury rehabilitation start Thursday for Triple-A Lehigh Valley at Worcester, where he is expected to throw approximately 60 pitches. Nola has been sidelined since May, working his way back from a sprained right ankle sustained on May 8 during agility drills and a fractured rib, which was identified by an MRI in early June after a bullpen session left him sore. This marks his first time on the injured list for a physical injury since 2017; prior to these setbacks, he held a 1-7 record with a 6.16 ERA across nine starts and 49 2/3 innings. His recent progress, including throwing batting practice on Friday, suggests his return will eventually lead to Taijuan Walker moving back to the bullpen.