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Manny Machado is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against Arizona. Prior to his absence, he had been identified by daily Fantasy expert Mike McClure as a premier DFS play for the July 8 slate, recommended for both DraftKings and FanDuel contests due to his high-impact potential.
Logan Webb (5-7) took the loss Wednesday after surrendering five runs on five hits and two walks over seven innings in a 10-0 rout by the Toronto Blue Jays. Webb struck out two batters in the outing.
Springer returned to the Blue Jays' lineup Wednesday for the first time since June 30, serving as the designated hitter and batting cleanup. He made an immediate impact in the 10-0 win over the Giants, going 1-for-4 with a solo home run, a walk, and two runs scored. His return provides a significant boost to the Toronto offense.
Guerrero contributed to the Blue Jays' 10-0 rout of the Giants on Wednesday, finishing the game 1-for-5. He ended his recent power drought by launching a two-run home run, providing key offensive production in the lopsided victory.
Ramos started in left field and led off for the Giants in Wednesday's 10-0 loss to the Blue Jays. While the Giants' offense was largely stifled, Ramos provided the team's only hit of the game, a line-drive single to center field in the ninth inning that broke up Dylan Cease's no-hit bid.
Goodman continues to be sidelined as he deals with a wrist injury. He was absent from the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Dodgers.
Bello is a candidate to be recalled from Triple-A Worcester to start Saturday's game against the Yankees. Red Sox manager Chad Tracy indicated that Bello would be the choice if Ranger Suarez is unable to take the mound due to an ongoing adductor injury.
Suarez is currently managing an adductor injury. His status for a potential start this Saturday against the Yankees is uncertain, leading the Red Sox to consider calling up Brayan Bello from Triple-A Worcester as a potential replacement.
RHP Spencer Arrighetti (7-4, 3.81 ERA) is scheduled to start for the Houston Astros in Wednesday's rubber match against the Washington Nationals. Arrighetti currently shares the team lead with seven wins.
Pages was held out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Colorado Rockies.
Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe has pushed back against rumors suggesting he refused to learn second base during his time in the minor leagues. Volpe stated that the claim 'couldn't be further from the truth' and emphasized his willingness to do whatever is necessary to help the team.
Dean Kremer is scheduled to take the mound for the Baltimore Orioles in Wednesday's 6:35 PM game against the Chicago Cubs as the team looks to even the series.
Steele, who has been sidelined with an elbow injury, has been cleared to begin ramping up his throwing program as of Tuesday. This marks a positive step in his recovery process.
Geraldo Perdomo is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Diego Padres. The Diamondbacks infielder is receiving a scheduled day of rest.
Domingo Acevedo, a major league veteran currently pitching for the Colorado Rockies' Triple-A affiliate, has been issued an 80-game suspension. The ban follows a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs under the minor league drug prevention and treatment program.
The New York Mets have transferred relief pitcher Dedniel Núñez’s rehab assignment to Triple-A Syracuse. This move marks a significant step forward in his recovery process as he works toward returning to the Mets' active roster.
Francisco Lindor was a topic of discussion on the latest episode of 'The Mets Pod,' where guest co-host Will Sammon joined Joe DeMayo to analyze the Mets' current situation as they head toward the All-Star break.
Juan Soto is being highlighted as a top home run prop bet for Wednesday's MLB slate. Additionally, Soto was a key topic of discussion on the latest episode of 'The Mets Pod,' where guest co-host Will Sammon joined Joe DeMayo to discuss the Mets' current trajectory as they stumble toward the All-Star break.
Shohei Ohtani reached a major milestone by hitting his 300th career home run against the Colorado Rockies. The leadoff blast is his 25th as a Dodger, making him the fifth-fastest player in MLB history to reach the 300-homer club and the first Japanese-born player to do so. Signed through 2033, the two-way superstar continues to rewrite records. Additionally, manager Dave Roberts is currently finalizing plans for Ohtani's role in the upcoming All-Star Game.
Brice Turang is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Milwaukee Brewers infielder is heading to the bench for this matchup.
