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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.
Spencer Strider, who has been sidelined with an elbow injury, is not expected to return to the Atlanta Braves' active roster before the conclusion of the 2026 season, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. The team will proceed without the right-hander as they navigate the remainder of their schedule.
CJ Van Eyk has been recalled by the Toronto Blue Jays following the DFA of Simeon Woods Richardson. Van Eyk has previously appeared in three games for the Jays this season, recording 5.2 innings pitched with 11 hits allowed, three earned runs, one walk, and one strikeout.
The Toronto Blue Jays have designated Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment, marking the third time this season the pitcher has been DFAed. The move follows a series of roster adjustments for the club as they look to reconfigure their pitching staff.
Brendan Donovan, currently recovering from a concussion, has traveled with the Seattle Mariners to Toronto as the team begins their latest road trip. His presence with the club indicates progress in his recovery, though he remains under observation by the medical staff as he works toward a return to active duty.
Jake Bauers is back in the Milwaukee Brewers' lineup for Friday's matchup against the Texas Rangers after dealing with a shin injury. Additionally, Bauers was recently featured on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, where he discussed league storylines alongside hosts Jake and Jordan, including the dominant performance of Chris Sale and the return of Tarik Skubal to Detroit.
Cam Smith is absent from the Houston Astros' starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Mets. No further details regarding his status were provided at this time.
Byron Buxton remains sidelined for the Minnesota Twins' matchup against the Chicago White Sox on Friday due to a hip injury. The team continues to manage his availability as he works through the recovery process.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch announced Friday that Riley Greene is progressing well in his recovery from a hamstring injury. The team is hopeful that the outfielder will be cleared to begin a rehab assignment this weekend. Greene's return to the field is a key priority for the Tigers as they evaluate his readiness for game action.
The Texas Rangers have optioned pitcher Robby Ahlstrom to the minor leagues. The roster move was made to accommodate the recall of pitcher Adam Macko, as the team continues to shuffle its pitching staff.
The Texas Rangers have recalled pitcher Adam Macko to the active roster. This move coincides with the team's decision to option pitcher Robby Ahlstrom to the minor leagues as part of a series of bullpen adjustments.
Ha-Seong Kim is in the starting lineup for the Atlanta Braves for the second consecutive game as they open their series against the Colorado Rockies. His continued presence in the lineup comes alongside the returns of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Sean Murphy.
Sean Murphy has returned to the Atlanta Braves' starting lineup for the series opener against the Colorado Rockies. His return is part of a broader roster adjustment for the team, which also sees Ronald Acuña Jr. back in the cleanup spot and Ha-Seong Kim earning his second straight start.
Austin Riley is out of the starting lineup for the Braves' series opener against the Rockies on Friday. While no specific injury designation was provided, the team is managing its roster for the contest. Riley's absence comes as the Braves look to integrate other lineup adjustments, including the return of Ronald Acuña Jr. to the cleanup spot.
Adley Rutschman has been cleared to return to action and is back in the starting lineup for the Red Sox's matchup against the Yankees on Friday. The catcher had been sidelined due to an elbow issue, but his return provides a significant boost to the Boston roster for their series opener.
Casey Mize is expected to take the mound in a high-stakes matchup against the San Diego Padres. Analysts predict that the Padres-Rays game will feature significant offensive production, with expectations that runs will be scored early and often against Mize.
Trevor Story remains on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester as he recovers from a sports hernia. The Red Sox are monitoring his progress closely, keeping him in the minor leagues to ensure he is fully prepared for a return to the major league roster. While his potential return to the big league club is a topic of discussion, he remains sidelined at the affiliate level as of Friday.
Roman Anthony remains sidelined with a finger injury and is unlikely to be activated for Friday's game against the Yankees. Although he was spotted at Polar Park with Triple-A Worcester, the Red Sox appear to be waiting for an extra roster spot to avoid a difficult demotion decision. His status remains day-to-day as the team evaluates his return to the major league lineup.
Luis Garcia is absent from the Yankees' lineup for Friday's game against the Red Sox. Additionally, recent analysis suggests the Astros previously struggled with his recovery timeline from Tommy John surgery, drawing comparisons to current roster management concerns regarding other pitchers.
