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Patrick Sandoval takes the mound for the Boston Red Sox as they kick off a pivotal four-game series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. This matchup marks a significant weekend in the Bronx, with much having changed for both clubs since their last meeting in July. Sandoval is tasked with leading the Red Sox in the opener of this high-stakes set.
Grant Holmes is the starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves in Friday night's series opener against the Colorado Rockies. Holmes aims to set the tone for the series as the Braves look to maintain their recent momentum at home. He is matched up against Rockies starter Tomoyuki Sugano in a game that has drawn significant attention for the series kickoff. The team is looking to build on their recent success against NL West opponents.
Tomoyuki Sugano is a featured player for Friday, August 28, appearing in both betting analyst player props and the series opener against the Atlanta Braves. Sugano is set to face Braves starter Grant Holmes as the Rockies look to bounce back from recent struggles. Analysts have identified him as a player of interest for betting opportunities on the day's schedule as he takes the mound in Atlanta.
Gunnar Henderson is not in the Baltimore Orioles' starting lineup for Friday's game against the Oakland Athletics. The decision to rest the infielder was reported by Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com. Further analysis regarding this roster update can be found on RotoWire.com.
Jung Hoo Lee (elbow) is back in the San Francisco Giants' starting lineup for Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Lee is slated to start in right field and bat fifth. This return to action is a positive development for the Giants' lineup; further analysis on his status and the team's update can be found via RotoWire.com.
Spencer Schwellenbach is set for season-ending surgery to repair a fracture in his right elbow. The injury occurred following a setback in his rehabilitation from a pre-season elbow procedure. This news, reported by Mark Bowman, coincides with the announcement that teammate Hurston Waldrep will also undergo season-ending surgery, leaving the Atlanta Braves with a significant void in their pitching rotation for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Hurston Waldrep will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. The procedure follows a setback in his rehabilitation from a pre-season elbow issue. This development serves as a significant blow to the Atlanta Braves' pitching depth, as the team also confirmed that teammate Spencer Schwellenbach will undergo season-ending surgery for a fractured elbow, further depleting the rotation options for the remainder of the year.
James Wood (oblique) participated in batting practice on Friday, according to Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com. The participation marks a step forward in his recovery process. For additional analysis and updates on his potential return to the lineup, visit RotoWire.com.
As part of the Seattle Mariners' roster adjustments for the remainder of the 2026 season, Kade Anderson will remain in the starting rotation. This decision coincides with the team's move to transition Bryce Miller to the bullpen.
Mariners manager Dan Wilson announced Friday that Bryce Miller is being moved to the bullpen for the remainder of the 2026 season. This shift in the pitching staff comes as the team finalizes their rotation plans, with Kade Anderson set to remain in the starting rotation for Seattle.
Max Fried is set to return to the New York Yankees' rotation after being evaluated for injury concerns. Manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Fried will start one of the team's two games during Saturday's doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox. The organization has been closely monitoring his recovery progress as they look toward the postseason, and his return provides a significant boost to the pitching staff for the final stretch of the season.
The Mets have transferred Jorge Polanco to the 60-day injured list to clear space on the 40-man roster. Interim manager Andy Green revealed that Polanco underwent successful surgery earlier this week. The team expects him to be in a 'baseball progression' for spring training following the procedure.
Juan Soto is nearing his return to the field as he recovers from a calf injury. He will not require a rehab assignment before being activated from the 10-day injured list, with his return expected in the coming days. The Mets are anticipating his presence back in the lineup shortly to bolster their offensive production, providing a massive boost to the middle of their batting order.
Gavin Williams is listed among the projected two-start pitchers for the upcoming week as the season moves into the month of September.
Brandon Pfaadt is identified as one of the projected two-start pitchers for the upcoming week as the season progresses into September.
Sonny Gray is among the projected two-start pitchers for the upcoming week as the league marches into September. He remains a key option for fantasy managers looking for volume in the final stretch of the season.
A 1-of-1 Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autographed card is set to be sold at auction rather than accepting a 'bounty' offer. The card is expected to fetch millions, potentially surpassing the $1.1 million record set by his card last year. Additionally, Skenes is listed as a two-start pitcher option for the upcoming week, while the St. Louis Cardinals are expected to avoid facing him during their upcoming weekend series against the Pirates.
The Mets have optioned Xzavion Curry as part of a series of roster moves that included calling up Chris Devenski and transferring Jorge Polanco to the 60-day injured list.
The Mets have selected the contract of Chris Devenski from Triple-A to provide a fresh arm for the bullpen ahead of Friday's series opener. This roster move was facilitated by transferring Jorge Polanco to the 60-day injured list. Devenski joins the active roster as the team makes adjustments to their pitching depth.
Brandon Lowe is out of the Pittsburgh Pirates' lineup for Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Off the field, there is growing sentiment among analysts that the Pirates should pursue a reunion with the infielder, who was previously considered a top acquisition for the club. The organization is currently evaluating its roster needs as calls for his return to the team intensify.
