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LHP Reid Detmers (3-6, 4.39 ERA) is scheduled to take the mound for the Los Angeles Angels in Friday's matchup against the Detroit Tigers. The game, taking place at Comerica Park, features a pitching duel between Detmers and Tigers starter Troy Melton. The Angels look to improve their 38-59 record in this late-night contest.
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell announced Friday that Daniel Palencia is targeting a mid-August return to the team's bullpen. Palencia has been sidelined with an elbow injury, but the organization is hopeful that he will be able to rejoin the pitching staff by the middle of next month as he continues his recovery.
Merrill Kelly takes the mound for the Diamondbacks in Friday's series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals. Analysts have expressed skepticism regarding his performance in this specific matchup, leading to fading interest in betting predictions. The veteran right-hander will look to silence critics as Arizona kicks off the second half of the season.
Aaron Judge continues to recover from a stress fracture in his rib cage that has kept him out since May 31. While recent MRI scans indicate some healing, the Yankees captain has not yet been cleared for baseball activities. The team is awaiting a final medical review to determine the next steps in his rehabilitation. Despite the delay, Judge remains adamant that he will return to the field at some point during the 2026 season.
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell confirmed Friday that Jameson Taillon is set to return from the injured list during the team's upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers. Taillon has been sidelined with a hamstring injury but is now nearing the end of his recovery timeline.
JJ Wetherholt is slated to start at second base for the St. Louis Cardinals in Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He is part of the Cardinals' starting lineup as they open their second-half schedule.
Masyn Winn is set to start at shortstop for the St. Louis Cardinals in Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Winn is a key component of the Cardinals' infield as they return from the All-Star break.
Corbin Carroll is in the starting lineup for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. He will start in right field as the team begins the second half of the season.
Alec Burleson is slated to start at first base for the St. Louis Cardinals in Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He will look to provide offensive production as the Cardinals resume play.
Ivan Herrera is set to serve as the designated hitter for the St. Louis Cardinals in Friday's matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He is part of a Cardinals lineup looking to start the second half of the season with a win.
Lars Nootbaar is in the starting lineup for the St. Louis Cardinals in Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He will patrol left field as the Cardinals begin their second-half schedule.
Gabriel Moreno is slated to start at catcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. He remains a key part of the Diamondbacks' defensive strategy as they begin their second-half schedule.
Nathan Church is included in the starting lineup for the Arizona Diamondbacks' Friday game against the St. Louis Cardinals. He will look to contribute as the team kicks off the second half of the season.
Max Kepler is set to start in left field for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Kepler's inclusion is part of the team's starting lineup as they resume play following the All-Star break.
Lourdes Gurriel is listed in the starting lineup for the Arizona Diamondbacks in their Friday matchup against the St. Louis Cardinals. He is slated to play left field as the Diamondbacks begin their post-All-Star schedule.
After recovering from a hand injury, Geraldo Perdomo has been cleared to return to the Diamondbacks' lineup. He is set to start at shortstop and bat second in Friday's matchup against the Cardinals. Perdomo's return provides a boost to the Arizona infield as the team resumes play following the All-Star break.
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker enters the second half of the season with significant momentum following a standout performance at the Home Run Derby. As the Cardinals begin their post-All-Star schedule against the Diamondbacks, expectations are high for Walker to continue his production. Increased national attention is expected to be on the young outfielder as he looks to help St. Louis start the second half strong.
The Washington Nationals have promoted top catching prospect Harry Ford to the major league roster to fill the void left by an injury to Drew Millas. Ford, who has shown improved performance recently, is expected to provide an immediate boost behind the plate. He is set to make his major league debut as the Nationals resume play following the All-Star break.
Brady Singer takes the mound for the Cincinnati Reds against the Colorado Rockies in what is being closely monitored as a potential final outing for the club. As the Reds' most prominent trade candidate ahead of the deadline, this start is a pivotal moment for both the pitcher's future and the team's roster strategy. The matchup against Gabriel Hughes serves as a focal point for the second half of the season.
Shohei Ohtani has returned to the Dodgers' lineup as a designated hitter after receiving a lubricant injection in his left knee, which caused him to miss the All-Star Game. While his next pitching start remains a question, manager Dave Roberts confirmed the expectation is for Ohtani to return to the mound this Wednesday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Ohtani remains a central figure in 2026 MVP and Cy Young conversations as the team takes a cautious approach.
