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Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele is set to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday, according to Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network. This marks a significant step in his recovery process as he works toward returning to the major league mound.
Jose Altuve is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Chicago White Sox. No further details regarding the reason for his absence were provided in the initial report.
As the Tampa Bay Rays prepare to face the New York Mets, right-hander Freddy Peralta is reflecting on his time with his former club. Peralta dismisses the idea that the pressure of pitching in New York buried him, though he cannot pinpoint the root of his failed tenure there. His performance with the Mets and his subsequent transition to the Rays have been cited as a microcosm of the challenges the New York club faced throughout the 2026 season.
Pedro Ramirez is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers due to back spasms, according to Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network.
Tanner Gordon is highlighted in MLB strikeout and pitcher prop bets for Monday, August 31, reflecting analyst interest in his performance metrics. Gordon is also set to face Cade Povich as the Colorado Rockies look to snap a 9-game losing streak at Coors Field against the Baltimore Orioles.
RHP Jackson Jobe (1-1, 3.93 ERA) is scheduled to start for the Detroit Tigers in their matchup against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field.
RHP Peter Lambert (8-7, 3.66 ERA) is set to start for the Houston Astros (69-68) as they open a four-game series against the Chicago White Sox (72-64) at home on Monday.
Kyle Karros is hopeful to be cleared from the league's concussion protocol on Tuesday. If cleared, he is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Hartford, running from Thursday through Sunday.
The Texas Rangers placed right-handed reliever Peyton Gray on the 15-day injured list on Monday prior to their game against the Athletics.
The Texas Rangers placed right-handed reliever Cole Winn on the 15-day injured list on Monday prior to their game against the Athletics.
Yankees prospect George Lombard is listed as day-to-day due to right knee discomfort. He was held out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Angels. The organization has confirmed he is not expected to require cortisone injections, indicating a conservative approach to his recovery.
Josh Jung (calf) has been cleared for full baseball activities. He is progressing well and could potentially begin a rehab assignment as soon as this coming weekend.
Tarik Skubal's return to Detroit served as a major highlight, marked by an emotional reception from fans and analysts. The pitcher, now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is confirmed as a starter for the upcoming series against the St. Louis Cardinals. His performance and the narrative surrounding his homecoming have become a central topic of conversation across the league.
The Chicago Cubs are set to promote their No. 19 prospect, BJ Murray Jr., to the major league roster on Tuesday.
Joe Ryan, currently sidelined with a glute injury, is scheduled to make a rehab start Tuesday with Triple-A St. Paul. The update was provided by Aaron Gleeman. This marks a significant step in his recovery process as he works toward returning to the Minnesota Twins' active roster.
Gleyber Torres may see his playing time reduced down the stretch of the season, according to Chris McCosky of The Detroit News. The Tigers are evaluating their roster usage as the season enters its final phase, which could impact the veteran's role in the lineup moving forward.
CJ Abrams has been removed from the Washington Nationals' starting nine for Monday's game against the Miami Marlins. The decision to scratch the infielder was made due to back tightness. His status will be monitored as the team evaluates the severity of the discomfort.
Brandon Williamson has returned to the Cincinnati Reds, providing the team with much-needed rotation depth for the final stretch of the season. His return coincides with the team's decision to implement an innings limit for Chase Burns, ensuring the pitching staff remains managed and effective as they navigate the remainder of the schedule.
Manager Terry Francona announced that Chase Burns will not make his next start until September 7 against the Dodgers in Los Angeles. The Cincinnati Reds intend to monitor his innings and pitch counts for the remainder of the season to manage his workload. This adjustment comes as the team looks to bolster rotation depth, with Brandon Williamson also returning to the mix to provide additional support down the stretch.
Dustin May is set to take the mound for the Milwaukee Brewers as they look to complete a series sweep against the Texas Rangers. The Brewers enter the contest with an impressive 85-52 record.
