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Hurston Waldrep is being evaluated by the Atlanta Braves organization after exiting his Triple-A Gwinnett start on Sunday with right arm discomfort. Manager Walt Weiss confirmed that Waldrep was pulled after throwing only 36 pitches because his arm did not feel right. The team is currently assessing the severity of the injury, which could further impact the Braves' starting pitching depth.
Nick Kurtz (thumb) is ramping up baseball activities, having been cleared to begin a hitting progression and field grounders as of Monday. According to reports, Kurtz could potentially return from the injured list as early as this weekend for the series against the Twins. His recovery is progressing as planned, and the team will monitor his status throughout the week to determine if he is ready for activation.
Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz has a chance to return to the mound in time for his scheduled homecoming against the New York Mets.
Right-hander Jack Flaherty is scheduled to take the mound for the Detroit Tigers in an 8:05 p.m. matchup against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Flaherty enters the contest with a 3-8 record and a 4.48 ERA. He will face off against Chicago's Jameson Taillon in a game that carries significance for both clubs as they navigate the middle portion of the 2026 season.
The Chicago Cubs activated right-hander Jameson Taillon from the 15-day injured list on Monday, providing a boost to the pitching staff following his recovery from a hamstring injury. Taillon is slated to face the Detroit Tigers at Wrigley Field, with a pitching matchup against Jack Flaherty. Taillon enters the game with a 2-5 record and a 5.19 ERA as he looks to re-establish himself in the Cubs' rotation.
Kyle Freeland is scheduled to start for the Colorado Rockies against the Washington Nationals. The game is being played under extreme conditions, with temperatures in Denver hitting 100 degrees on Monday. Freeland will look to navigate the Nationals' lineup in this series-opening contest.
Andrew Alvarez is set to take the mound for the Washington Nationals in a matchup against the Colorado Rockies. The game takes place in Denver, where temperatures reached 100 degrees on Monday. Alvarez will face off against Kyle Freeland as both teams look to secure a victory in the series opener.
Matt Chapman is making positive progress in his recovery from an abdominal injury. According to reports, he could be activated in time for the San Francisco Giants' upcoming homestand, which begins this Friday against the Los Angeles Angels.
The Houston Astros activated Ronel Blanco from the 60-day injured list on Monday. Blanco, who was sidelined recovering from elbow surgery performed last season, is set to make his 2026 debut tonight against the Miami Marlins. His return provides a significant boost to the Astros' pitching rotation as they look to improve their standing.
Michael Wacha is slated to pitch for the Kansas City Royals in their upcoming game against the San Francisco Giants, facing off against Trevor McDonald.
All-Star shortstop Otto Lopez is out of the Miami Marlins' starting lineup for the second consecutive game as he deals with a finger injury. The team continues to monitor his status closely to determine when he will be cleared to return to action.
JP Sears is scheduled to pitch for the San Diego Padres in Monday's game against the Atlanta Braves, facing off against Bryce Elder in a matchup that analysts suggest could turn into a high-scoring shootout.
Shohei Ohtani has been scratched from his Wednesday pitching start against Philadelphia due to left knee discomfort. While he has put pitching on hold for the immediate future, manager Dave Roberts noted that Ohtani could potentially throw a bullpen session as soon as this weekend. There is currently no set timetable for his return to the rotation, and the injury has sparked internal debate regarding the Dodgers' trade deadline strategy.
Following the reinstatement of Gleyber Torres from the injured list on Monday, the Detroit Tigers optioned Eduardo Valencia to Triple-A Toledo to accommodate the roster move.
The Detroit Tigers officially reinstated Gleyber Torres from the 10-day injured list on Monday. Torres, who had been sidelined due to an oblique injury, returns to the active roster as the team looks to evaluate its standing over the final 13 games. Following his activation, the Tigers optioned Eduardo Valencia to Triple-A Toledo to clear a roster spot.
Braxton Ashcraft is set to take the mound for the Pittsburgh Pirates in Monday's road game against the New York Yankees. He will face Yankees starter Ryan Weathers in a contest where the Pirates are looking to secure a victory.
Shortstop Jeremy Peña returned to the Houston Astros' starting lineup for Monday's series opener against the Miami Marlins.
Max Scherzer is set to resume his rehab assignment with Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday as he recovers from back and thumb injuries. This marks a key step in his return to the Blue Jays' rotation. Reports indicate he will likely require at least one additional rehab start following Wednesday's outing. There is internal speculation regarding his potential trade value if he can demonstrate health and effectiveness in his upcoming appearances.
Trevor Story, currently recovering from a sports hernia, informed reporters on Monday that he is aiming to begin a rehab assignment sometime in August.
Corbin Carroll (elbow) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Athletics. Recent team news also referenced Carroll's August 29, 2022, major league debut in the wake of a 10th-inning walk-off victory. The team's rally from a seven-run deficit matched the largest comeback win in franchise history, a feat previously achieved during Carroll's debut, highlighting the resilience of the current Diamondbacks squad.
