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Bryan Baker secured his 37th save of the season during Sunday's 3-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. Baker worked the ninth inning, allowing one run on one hit to close out the win for the Tampa Bay Rays.
Lane Thomas has been inserted into the Atlanta Braves' starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Thomas is taking over duties in left field and is scheduled to bat sixth in the order as the Braves attempt to avoid a series sweep.
Sean Murphy is back in the Atlanta Braves' starting lineup for their Sunday night game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Murphy is slated to bat in the ninth hole as the Braves look to avoid a sweep in the series.
Pete Alonso was spotted in the dugout enjoying a celebratory cigar following the Baltimore Orioles' recent walk-off win. The slugger appeared to be in high spirits as he observed the team's dramatic victory.
Riley O'Brien (3-5) was charged with the loss in Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. O'Brien struggled during his appearance, allowing six runs on five hits and one walk while recording only two-thirds of an inning.
The Seattle Mariners placed utilityman Brendan Donovan on the 7-day concussion injured list on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The move follows a Saturday incident where the 29-year-old was a late scratch after being struck in the head by a baseball while in the batting cages. Manager Dan Wilson confirmed the roster move, which sidelines the veteran as he recovers from the concussion.
Kyle Leahy took the mound for the St. Louis Cardinals in their Sunday matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies. Leahy provided a rock-solid performance, shutting down the Phillies for the first four innings of the game. Beyond his on-field performance, Leahy was also featured as a recommended player prop for Sunday, August 23, 2026, in daily MLB betting analysis.
Miami Marlins batter Otto Lopez was denied a potential extra-base hit on Sunday when Washington Nationals center fielder Jacob Young made a spectacular leaping catch against the outfield wall to retire him.
Washington Nationals center fielder Jacob Young delivered a highlight-reel defensive play on Sunday, scaling the outfield wall to snare a deep fly ball hit by Miami Marlins batter Otto Lopez. Young's ability to make high-difficulty defensive plays look routine continues to be a key asset for the Nationals.
Mets prospect Mitch Voit enjoyed a successful return to the Binghamton lineup on Saturday, contributing to a strong day for the team's young talent pool.
New York Mets prospect Jefferson Rojas continued his impressive form, ripping another home run as part of a strong offensive showing for the Binghamton lineup on Saturday.
Edwin Díaz is currently on the 15-day injured list and will not immediately resume closing duties upon his return. However, the three-time All-Star expressed his commitment to the Dodgers, stating his primary goal is to work his way back into the closer role. Díaz remains focused on his recovery and proving his value to the team's bullpen hierarchy.
Shohei Ohtani is nearing a return to the mound as he recovers from a left knee injury and subsequent bicep issues that have sidelined him since July 3. Manager Dave Roberts indicated Ohtani could begin pitching as early as next week. While his return to the rotation is imminent, Ohtani continues to be a focal point for daily performance prop bets, maintaining his status as a top-tier slugger for the Dodgers throughout his recovery process.
Lake Bachar is set to start for the Pittsburgh Pirates in their road game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Pirates are looking to secure a victory in this matchup against the Dodgers' rotation.
Andy Pages had a compression screw inserted into his fractured left hand to expedite the healing process, according to reports from The Athletic. This procedure follows an organizational update confirming that a specific matter involving the player has been addressed and successfully resolved. The Dodgers are monitoring his recovery progress closely following the surgical intervention.
Matt Wilkinson is scheduled to take the mound for the San Francisco Giants in today's game against the Boston Red Sox, facing off against opposing starter Jake Bennett.
Jake Bennett is set to lead the Boston Red Sox in today's matchup against the San Francisco Giants. Analysts are backing the Red Sox to secure a low-scoring win behind his performance on the mound. He will face off against Giants pitcher Matt Wilkinson in the August 23 contest.
Despite dealing with a wrist injury, Jake Burger will start at first base and bat sixth for the Texas Rangers in Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels.
The Colorado Rockies placed Kyle Karros on the 7-day injured list on August 23, 2026, due to a concussion. This transaction was part of a series of roster moves announced by the organization on Sunday.
Mitch Bratt is scheduled to start for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds.
