Ryan Ritter Optioned by Rockies
Following the activation of Kyle Karros from the injured list, the Colorado Rockies have optioned Ryan Ritter to the minor leagues.
Player news from trusted outlets
MLB News
Combined summaries and individual breaking-news reports, all in one recency-first feed.
Monday, September 7
Jake Bauers Out for Injury Management
Jake Bauers is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Cubs. Brewers manager Pat Murphy indicated that the absence is part of a maintenance plan to manage shin splints, as reported by Hunter Baumgardt of Fox Sports 920 Milwaukee.
Kyle Karros Activated from 7-Day Injured List
The Colorado Rockies officially activated Kyle Karros from the 7-day injured list on Monday. Karros had been sidelined while recovering from a concussion. Having successfully cleared the concussion protocol, the young third baseman returns to the active roster for the Rockies.
Pete Fairbanks Nears Return from Injured List
Pete Fairbanks (hand) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Monday. Following this session, he is expected to be reinstated from the 15-day injured list on Wednesday, according to Christina De Nicola of MLB.com.
Ian Happ Sidelined for Monday's Game
Ian Happ is out of the Chicago Cubs' lineup for Monday's game in Milwaukee. The outfielder is currently dealing with a knee injury.
Bryce Elder Temporarily Moves to Bullpen
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss announced Monday that Bryce Elder will be moving to the bullpen on a temporary basis.
Jac Caglianone Remains Sidelined With Elbow Injury
Jac Caglianone continues to be unavailable for the Kansas City Royals. He remains out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Diamondbacks due to an ongoing elbow injury. No further timeline for his return has been provided at this time.
Lane Thomas Starts in Right Field for Braves
Lane Thomas is in the Atlanta Braves' starting lineup, playing right field for Monday's matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Bobby Miller Returns to Majors After Difficult Year-Long Road
Bobby Miller made a triumphant return to the major leagues on Sunday, marking his first appearance in over a year. Following a 'very difficult road' to get back to the big leagues, Miller embraced a simplified mindset for his return. The Dodgers pitcher is looking to provide a spark for the team as they navigate the final portion of the season. His return is a welcome development for the Los Angeles pitching staff after a long and challenging recovery process.
Travis Bazzana Extends Multi-Hit Streak to Three Games
Travis Bazzana continues his impressive run, logging his third consecutive multi-hit game. In Sunday's 3-2 extra-inning victory over the Tigers, Bazzana went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI, though he was also caught stealing. He remains a key contributor for the Guardians.
Zach Ehrhard Leads Oklahoma City to Sweep
Zach Ehrhard played a pivotal role in leading the Oklahoma City Dodgers to a series sweep. His performance was a highlight for the team's minor league affiliate during Sunday's action.
Edwin Díaz Begins Rehab Assignment With Oklahoma City
Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz started a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday. He pitched one scoreless inning, though the outing was not entirely clean; he walked a batter and threw only seven strikes among his 16 pitches. While he did not induce any swinging strikes, he did record a called strikeout.
Jacob Lopez Featured in Fantasy Baseball 2-Start Rankings
Jacob Lopez is currently riding a hot streak, earning recognition in fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie's 2-start pitcher rankings for Week 24 of the season. Fantasy managers are advised to capitalize on his recent performance trends.
Cooper Hjerpe Highlighted for Elite Performance
Cooper Hjerpe was noted for an elite performance in recent organizational news. The Cardinals prospect continues to draw attention for his high-level play on the mound.
JR Ritchie Sets Stripers Record With 15 Strikeouts
JR Ritchie delivered a dominant performance for the Stripers, setting a new team record by recording 15 strikeouts in a single outing. His historic performance highlights a strong day for the Braves' minor league system.
Bo Bichette Hits Go-Ahead Home Run in Sunday Victory
Bo Bichette delivered a clutch performance in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Giants, going 1-for-4 with a decisive three-run home run. His power hitting proved to be the difference-maker for the Mets.
Corbin Carroll Out of Lineup for Monday's Game
Corbin Carroll is absent from the starting lineup for Monday's contest against the Kansas City Royals. No specific reason for his absence was provided in the report, but fantasy managers should monitor his status for potential return updates in the coming days.
Gerrit Cole Makes History After Allowing Three Homers
Gerrit Cole became the only pitcher in MLB history to allow three consecutive home runs to start a game on two separate occasions. This historic, albeit unfortunate, feat occurred during yesterday's game against the Padres. Cole continues to navigate a challenging stretch as the Yankees jockey for playoff positioning.
Ben Jacobs Evaluated for SeaWolves Postseason Roster
Ben Jacobs has completed his season at the High-A level and is now being considered to join the SeaWolves' postseason roster. The Tigers are looking to strengthen their minor league playoff squad with his inclusion.
Bryce Rainer Could Join SeaWolves Postseason Roster
Following the conclusion of his season at High-A, Bryce Rainer is a candidate to bolster the SeaWolves' postseason roster. The Tigers organization is evaluating the possibility of adding him to provide additional depth for the upcoming playoff run.