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Boston Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy announced Friday that Garrett Crochet has made progress in his recovery from a lat injury. Crochet has begun throwing with increased intensity from a distance of 90 feet. This marks a positive step in his rehabilitation process as he works toward a return to the mound.
Xander Bogaerts is back in the San Diego Padres' starting lineup for Friday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Bogaerts, who has been dealing with a hamstring issue, is slated to start at shortstop and bat sixth in the order.
San Francisco Giants prospect Marcelo Mayer has seen his rehab assignment for a forearm injury paused due to a new setback. Mayer is currently dealing with a right foot bone bruise, which has forced the team to halt his progress on the field. Further updates on his recovery timeline are expected as he addresses the foot issue.
The New York Yankees have recalled Max Schuemann to the major league roster. The move comes as a corresponding roster transaction following the team's decision to place third baseman Ryan McMahon on the 10-day injured list.
Jazz Chisholm is not in the starting lineup for the New York Yankees' game against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday.
CJ Abrams continues to be sidelined as he remains out of the lineup for Friday's game in Miami due to an ankle injury. While fans and fantasy managers monitor his progress, his transition to second base remains a key development for the Washington Nationals. The team is managing his status carefully, and further updates are expected as he works toward returning to the field and officially debuting at his new position.
Jonathan Aranda is not in the starting lineup for the Tampa Bay Rays' matchup against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday.
The St. Louis Cardinals are recalling Quinn Mathews from Triple-A Memphis. Mathews is scheduled to make the start for the Cardinals in Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
The St. Louis Cardinals placed right-hander Andre Pallante on the 15-day injured list Friday. The move is due to right elbow inflammation, as reported by Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Pallante will now undergo further evaluation and recovery as he is sidelined from the active roster.
Jac Caglianone has been cleared to return to action after dealing with an ankle injury. He is starting in right field and batting third for the Kansas City Royals in Friday's matchup against the Detroit Tigers.
Yunior Marte was highlighted in the August 20 minor league roundup for a strong pitching performance. He continues to develop on the farm, showing promise in his recent outings for the Pittsburgh Pirates organization.
The Colorado Rockies activated Kyle Karros from the 7-day concussion injured list on Friday. He is now eligible to return to the active roster following his recovery period.
The Kansas City Royals placed Maikel Garcia on the 10-day injured list Friday due to a left hamstring strain. This follows his acquisition by the team in a February trade involving Pete Crow-Armstrong. Garcia's role and performance had been part of the team's ongoing roster evaluation, but he will now be sidelined as the Royals adjust their lineup, which also includes the recent call-up of Matthew Lugo and the return of Jose Cuas.
Jose Cuas has returned to the Kansas City Royals. His return comes as part of a series of roster adjustments for the team, which also included calling up Matthew Lugo and placing Maikel Garcia on the 10-day injured list.
Matthew Lugo has been called up to the Kansas City Royals' major league roster. The move coincides with the team placing Maikel Garcia on the 10-day injured list and the return of Jose Cuas to the active roster.
The Houston Astros have optioned left-handed relief pitcher Bryan King to Triple-A Sugar Land. The move was made to facilitate the recall of right-handed pitcher Kai-Wei Teng to the major league roster.
The Houston Astros have recalled right-handed pitcher Kai-Wei Teng from Triple-A Sugar Land. The 27-year-old has appeared in 25 games for the Astros this season, including 10 starts, posting a 5-6 record with a 4.35 ERA and 1.35 WHIP. Across 68.1 innings pitched at the major league level, Teng has recorded 67 strikeouts.
The Athletics officially transferred Nick Kurtz to the 60-day injured list on Friday due to a thumb injury. This move effectively ends his 2026 season, as he will be unable to return to the active roster within the required timeframe for the remainder of the campaign.
Just 14 games into his MLB career, George Lombard has earned high praise from Yankees personnel for his elite defensive prowess. The 21-year-old shortstop has quickly established himself as a standout presence, with teammates and staff expressing awe at his defensive range and rapid adjustment to the majors. Lombard's mindset remains focused on his defensive impact, stating, "Any ball that’s in my direction, I’m gonna get there."
Alec Burleson is absent from the St. Louis Cardinals' starting lineup for Friday's contest in Philadelphia against Jesus Luzardo.
