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Tuesday, August 18

Ranger Suarez Slated to Pitch Tuesday vs. Diamondbacks

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Ranger Suarez is scheduled to take the hill for the Boston Red Sox in Tuesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The matchup features a pitching duel as Boston looks to capitalize on Suarez's performance in this mid-August series. The Red Sox are looking for Suarez to round back into form in a game featuring two pitchers who have been persistently unpredictable all season.

Roman Anthony Crushes Homer in Double-A Rehab Debut

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Roman Anthony made an immediate impact in his first rehab appearance with the Portland Sea Dogs, hitting a home run. Currently recovering from a finger injury, Anthony is expected to serve as the Red Sox's everyday leadoff hitter upon his return from the 60-day IL, where he will split time between left field and DH. He also recently expressed excitement regarding the trade of former teammate Marcelo Mayer to the Giants.

Kerry Carpenter Pauses Rehab After Setback

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Kerry Carpenter (foot) has been forced to pause his rehab program after suffering a setback in his recovery process.

Masataka Yoshida Out Until Season's End

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Interim manager Chad Tracy revealed that Masataka Yoshida is dealing with a 'significant' left hamstring injury. The injury is expected to keep him sidelined until at least the near end of the 2026 season.

Braxton Fulford Recalled by Rockies

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The Colorado Rockies recalled Braxton Fulford following the decision to place catcher Hunter Goodman on the 10-day injured list.

Hunter Goodman Placed on 10-Day Injured List

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The Colorado Rockies placed catcher Hunter Goodman on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to August 15, due to a left shoulder strain. The move comes after Goodman had already missed four consecutive games. He will be sidelined while he recovers from the injury. In a corresponding roster move, the Rockies recalled Braxton Fulford.

Lourdes Gurriel Begins Rehab Assignment

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Lourdes Gurriel (adductor) has been sent to Triple-A Reno to begin a rehab assignment as he works toward returning to the major league roster.

Jacob Wilson Out of Tuesday's Lineup

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Jacob Wilson (shoulder) is not in the Athletics' starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Royals.

Zack Wheeler Looks to Get Back on Track

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Zack Wheeler is set to take the mound in today's matchup against the Marlins, a game viewed as an important opportunity for him to get back on track.

Lucas Erceg Demoted by Royals

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The Kansas City Royals have demoted struggling reliever Lucas Erceg. The move comes as part of a roster shuffle for the team.

Sean Murphy to Catch Tyler Mahle

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Sean Murphy is set to catch for Tyler Mahle as the Braves look to continue their momentum in their upcoming series against the Minnesota Twins.

Braves Shift Away from Jim Jarvis at Shortstop

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The Atlanta Braves appear to be shifting away from Jim Jarvis at shortstop. The team is evaluating their defensive options at the position as they look toward the upcoming playoffs.

Sammy Stafura Appears on The Mets Pod

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Sammy Stafura made a guest appearance on the latest episode of The Mets Pod, joining hosts Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo to discuss the 2026 Mets and the team's future outlook.

Brice Turang Returns to Brewers Lineup

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Brice Turang (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Seattle Mariners. The infielder had been sidelined by his knee injury but is now cleared for action.

Seaver King Emerges as Spark Plug for Nationals

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Seaver King is being highlighted for his skills and passion for the game. Observations from his recent play suggest he has the potential to be a significant spark plug for the Washington Nationals organization.

Taylor Ward Misses Fifth Consecutive Start

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Taylor Ward (quadriceps) remains out of the lineup for Tuesday's game in Milwaukee. This marks his fifth consecutive game missed due to the injury.

Danny Jansen Activated from Injured List

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The Texas Rangers have activated Danny Jansen, returning him to the active roster. To make room for Jansen, the team designated Wynns for assignment.

Konnor Griffin Expected to Return This Season

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The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to receive reinforcements soon, with Konnor Griffin expected to return to action before the end of the current season.

Jared Thomas Shows Resilience During Recovery

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Colorado Rockies prospect Jared Thomas has shown immense determination following a six-month injury layoff. Despite undergoing two surgeries and facing two separate recoveries, Thomas has remained focused and confident in his future prospects.

Giancarlo Stanton Progresses to Baserunning Drills

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Giancarlo Stanton (calf) successfully completed baserunning drills on Saturday, according to manager Aaron Boone. Despite this progress, the Yankees have not yet determined a date for the five-time All-Star to begin a minor league rehab assignment. The team remains cautious as they evaluate his readiness for a return to game action. Stanton is part of a group of key offensive pieces, including Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger, that the Yankees are working to get back to full health.