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Eric Bitonti remains in excellent form as the Brewers evaluate their roster options for potential September call-ups. As part of the Week 23 minor league roundup, Bitonti's performance continues to stand out, keeping him in the conversation for a promotion to the major league level as the season enters its final stretch.
The Diamondbacks activated Ketel Marte from the 10-day IL following an August 16 knee injury. Returning to the lineup Monday against the Phillies, Marte went 1-for-3 with a walk. His return follows a stint on the restricted list for an unexcused absence, an issue manager Torey Lovullo noted has occurred previously. Marte expressed regret and intends to apologize to teammates, though his return was met with boos from the home crowd at Chase Field.
Michael Harris delivered a strong individual performance in Monday's 7-3 loss to the San Francisco Giants, going 2-for-4 at the plate. His offensive contribution included blasting his 23rd home run of the season. Despite his efforts, the Braves were unable to overcome the Giants, resulting in a series sweep for San Francisco.
Jhoan Duran successfully closed out Monday's game against the Diamondbacks to earn his 29th save of the season. During his one scoreless inning of work, he allowed two hits and recorded two strikeouts, helping the Phillies secure the victory.
Rafael Devers reached a major milestone by hitting his 30th home run of the season during the Giants' 7-3 victory over the Braves, marking his fifth career 30-homer season. In Monday's performance, he went 1-for-5 with the solo home run, two walks, and two runs scored. Devers remains a central figure in the Giants' offense, which successfully completed a series sweep of Atlanta, a feat the team had not accomplished in 11 weeks.
Aaron Judge is ramping up baseball activities while traveling with the Yankees on their West Coast road trip. Currently on the 60-day injured list with a rib fracture, the 34-year-old is nearing a return to the active lineup. Manager Aaron Boone indicated that activation during the team's upcoming homestand, which runs from September 8 through September 13, is a possibility. The team remains optimistic about the captain's progress as he continues his recovery.
Manny Machado delivered a standout offensive performance in Monday's 5-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds. Machado went 4-for-5 at the plate, contributing a double and a run scored to the Padres' winning effort. His multi-hit game was a key factor in the team's decisive victory.
In a rain-affected game against the Baltimore Orioles, Colorado Rockies player Jake McCarthy saw a potential walk-off hit robbed by an over-the-fence catch. The defensive play proved decisive, as the Rockies fell to the Orioles by a final score of 2-1.
Colton Cowser played a pivotal role in the Baltimore Orioles' 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies, securing the win with a spectacular home run robbery. His defensive effort in the outfield helped preserve the lead for starter Cade Povich during the rain-delayed contest at Coors Field.
Cade Povich took the mound for the Baltimore Orioles in a matchup against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Despite a rain delay, Povich provided the necessary innings to anchor the Orioles' 2-1 victory. The win was sealed by a defensive highlight in the outfield, helping the Orioles overcome the Rockies' attempt to break a 9-game losing streak at home.
Michael King (9-9) earned the win for the San Diego Padres in Monday's 5-0 victory against the Cincinnati Reds. King delivered a strong performance, allowing only four hits and three walks while striking out six batters over six scoreless innings. This outing continues his recent run of effective pitching for the Padres.
The San Diego Padres are set to select the contract of catching prospect Ethan Salas from Triple-A El Paso on Tuesday. This promotion marks a significant milestone for the young talent, who is poised to become the youngest player to appear at the catcher position since Ivan Rodriguez. The move integrates the highly-regarded prospect into the big league roster, signaling a major step forward in his professional development.
Jacob deGrom (10-9) earned the win Monday, allowing just one hit and no walks over seven scoreless innings in an 8-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics. The ace struck out eight batters in the performance. This outing served as a crucial bounce-back for deGrom, who had been looking to regain his rhythm to help stabilize the Rangers' performance trajectory. The team viewed the matchup against the struggling Athletics as an ideal opportunity for the veteran to find his form.
Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood is nearing a return from the 10-day injured list following an oblique injury. According to Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com, Wood is expected to play in at least one more rehab game this week. The team is monitoring his progress closely to ensure he is fully prepared for major league action upon his activation. His status remains a key point of focus for the Nationals' injury report.
The Boston Red Sox have placed first baseman Willson Contreras on the 10-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain that has hampered him for over a month. The 34-year-old, who is batting .274 with 26 home runs, will miss the start of September, prompting the recall of Mickey Gasper. The injury follows recent controversy at Fenway Park, where Contreras engaged in a verbal exchange with a spectator after receiving boos for his perceived slow running during an August 19 game.
San Diego Padres infielder Luis Rengifo will miss the remainder of the 2026 season. Initially diagnosed with a knee sprain, subsequent imaging confirmed a complete ACL tear and an MCL sprain in his right knee. The 29-year-old is set to undergo season-ending surgery to address the damage. This injury serves as a significant blow to the Padres' roster, effectively ending the infielder's campaign prematurely.
Randy Arozarena delivered a monster performance in Monday's 9-8 extra-inning loss to the Boston Red Sox. Arozarena went 4-for-5 at the plate, tallying a home run, a double, four RBI, and two runs scored. Despite his individual offensive explosion, the Mariners were unable to secure the win.
The New York Mets have promoted 2026 third-round pick Aiden Robbins to the High-A Brooklyn Cyclones. The move represents the next step in the development of one of the organization's top draft picks from the current year's class.
Clay Holmes (6-6) earned his sixth win of the season Monday, delivering a stellar performance against the Milwaukee Brewers. Holmes tossed six scoreless innings, allowing only five hits and two walks while striking out eight batters. This dominant outing follows his recent inclusion in the Chicago Cubs' weekly performance review, where he was recognized for his consistent impact on the team's success.
George Kirby faced a difficult outing on Monday, taking a no-decision against the Boston Red Sox. Kirby allowed five runs on seven hits and two walks over five innings, striking out two. This uneven performance was part of a highly anticipated pitching matchup against Payton Tolle that drew significant attention from MLB analysts and betting markets.
