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Thursday, July 9

Ben Rice Powers Yankees with Two-Homer, Five-RBI Performance

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Ben Rice propelled the Yankees to a 12-4 victory over the Rays on Thursday, finishing 2-for-4 with two home runs, five RBI, a walk, and two runs scored. This performance marks his first multi-homer game of the 2026 season. Now within one home run of the American League lead, Rice is riding a significant power surge ahead of his scheduled appearance in the Home Run Derby during the All-Star break, cementing his status as a vital offensive force for New York.

Carson Whisenhunt Set to Start Before All-Star Break

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Carson Whisenhunt is scheduled to start for the San Francisco Giants in their final series before the All-Star break against the Colorado Rockies. Whisenhunt hopes to keep competing in MLB after his return in the Giants' win.

Ryan Feltner Set to Face Giants in Final First-Half Series

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Ryan Feltner is slated to take the mound for the Colorado Rockies as they begin their final series of the first half against the San Francisco Giants. Feltner will face off against Carson Whisenhunt in a matchup that marks the conclusion of the team's pre-All-Star break schedule.

Aroldis Chapman Records 19th Save of the Season

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Aroldis Chapman successfully slammed the door on the White Sox on Thursday, securing his 19th save of the season. The veteran reliever delivered a clean ninth inning to preserve the victory for the Boston Red Sox.

Cade Smith Secures MLB-Leading 27th Save

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Cade Smith continued his dominant campaign by locking down his MLB-high 27th save of the season during Thursday's contest against the Twins. Smith navigated a clean ninth inning and recorded two strikeouts to seal the win for the New York Yankees.

Jake Mangum Records Four-Hit Performance in Loss to Atlanta

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Jake Mangum delivered a standout performance in Thursday's 10-5 loss to Atlanta, finishing the game 4-for-5 at the plate. His productive outing included a two-run home run, a double, an additional RBI, and a stolen base. Despite his significant contribution to the offense, the Pirates were unable to overcome the deficit against Atlanta.

Sean Manaea Dominates Royals in Seven-Inning Performance

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Sean Manaea led the Mets to a 7-3 victory over the Royals on Thursday, providing the team with a much-needed deep outing. Manaea pitched seven innings, marking his first time reaching that length in 639 days. Facing off against Michael Wacha, Manaea delivered a sharp performance that anchored the Mets' win before the All-Star break. The outing was a major boost for the Mets' rotation, as the offense provided ample support to secure the series finale victory at Citi Field.

Logan Henderson Named Starter for Thursday's Matchup

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RHP Logan Henderson is slated to make the start for the St. Louis Cardinals in Thursday's series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers at Busch Stadium. The game is scheduled for a 6:45 p.m. first pitch as the Cardinals look to conclude their five-game set.

Andre Pallante Set to Start Against Milwaukee Brewers

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Andre Pallante is scheduled to take the mound for the St. Louis Cardinals in the final game of their five-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday night. First pitch at Busch Stadium is slated for 6:45 p.m. as the Cardinals look to close out the set.

Ranger Suarez Placed on 15-Day IL with Groin Strain, Out of All-Star Game

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The Boston Red Sox have placed All-Star pitcher Ranger Suarez on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to Thursday, due to a left groin strain. The injury will force the two-time All-Star to miss next week's All-Star Game. This move is a significant blow to the Red Sox rotation as the veteran begins his recovery process. Suarez lands on the IL just days before what would have been his second career All-Star appearance.

Owen Caissie Placed on 10-Day IL with Right Calf Strain

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The Miami Marlins have placed outfielder Owen Caissie on the 10-day injured list, effective Thursday, following a diagnosis of a mild right calf strain. The injury necessitated his removal from the active roster prior to the game against the Mariners. According to reports from Craig Mish of FanDuel Sports Network Florida, Caissie is currently expected to miss approximately 2-to-4 weeks of action. Further updates on his rehabilitation timeline are expected as he begins his recovery.

Mark Vientos Placed on 10-Day IL with Fractured Right Hand

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Mark Vientos has been placed on the 10-day injured list after suffering a fractured right hand. The injury occurred when he was hit by a pitch during Thursday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Mets interim manager Andy Green confirmed the diagnosis, which forces a defensive shuffle for the team, including moving A.J. Ewing to second base to cover the vacancy. The injury may impact the team's trade deadline strategy as they navigate this roster loss.

George Lombard Nearing Rehab Games After Finger Injury

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New York Yankees prospect George Lombard is nearing a return to action as he prepares to begin rehab games. Lombard has been sidelined at Triple-A due to multiple sprained fingers, which have cost him significant playing time. With his recovery progressing, he is now on the precipice of returning to the field, keeping his potential for a future opportunity with the Bronx club alive.

Michael King Dominates in Padres' Convincing Victory

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Michael King delivered a gem on the mound for the San Diego Padres on July 9. The team finally provided the necessary offensive support to back his strong performance, resulting in a convincing win for the Padres.

Hunter Goodman Returns to Action as Designated Hitter

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Hunter Goodman is back in the lineup for the Colorado Rockies on Thursday after dealing with a wrist injury. He will serve as the designated hitter and bat fourth in the order for the matchup against the San Francisco Giants.

Munetaka Murakami Nearing Return from Hamstring Injury

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Munetaka Murakami is on track to be activated from the 10-day injured list by the White Sox ahead of Friday's game against the Athletics. The slugger has been sidelined with a strained right hamstring. His return provides a significant boost to the Chicago lineup as they resume play following his recovery period.

Cade Cavalli Suspension Reduced to Five Games

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Cade Cavalli, the Washington Nationals starting pitcher who was identified as the instigator in the June 30 benches-clearing scuffle at Fenway Park, has had his seven-game suspension reduced to five games.

Suspension Reduced to Five Games; Set for Home Run Derby

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Willson Contreras has had his suspension for his role in the June 30 scrum against the Nationals reduced from seven to five games. Despite the penalty and a lingering foot injury that caused him to miss Thursday's lineup against the White Sox, he remains cleared to participate in the upcoming All-Star Game and Home Run Derby. He is expected to return to the Red Sox lineup immediately following the All-Star break.

Jeremiah Jackson's Clutch Pinch-Hit Seals Orioles Win

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Jeremiah Jackson delivered a clutch pinch-hit double in Thursday's game against the Chicago Cubs, driving in the winning runs for the Baltimore Orioles. His late-game heroics secured a 3-2 come-from-behind victory for the team following a strong pitching performance from starter Trevor Rogers.

Bryce Harper Commits to Home Run Derby in Philadelphia

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Bryce Harper has officially announced his participation in the 2026 Home Run Derby, which will be held at Citizens Bank Park. As a hometown star for the Philadelphia Phillies, Harper will headline an intriguing field of competitors for the Monday night event in front of the home crowd.