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The Texas Rangers have placed outfielder Wyatt Langford on the 10-day injured list, effective Sunday, due to a left hamstring strain. While the initial designation suggested a return in at least a week and a half, manager Skip Schumaker confirmed that Langford will remain sidelined through the All-Star break. The team will provide further updates on his rehabilitation timeline as he progresses through his recovery.
Cam Smith is unavailable for Sunday's matchup against the Tigers due to a sore foot. Astros manager Joe Espada confirmed the injury status, keeping the player out of the starting lineup. Further updates regarding his recovery timeline or potential return to action have not yet been provided.
Spencer Horwitz (hamstring) is not expected to return from the 10-day injured list until after the All-Star break in July. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington stated Sunday that the first baseman's recovery timeline is currently being measured in "weeks, not days." The team is exercising caution with his rehabilitation to ensure he is fully prepared for his return to the active roster.
Oneil Cruz (hand) is expected to remain on the 10-day injured list through the All-Star break. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington announced Sunday that the team anticipates Cruz returning to action at some point in July. The organization is prioritizing his full recovery before clearing him for a return to the lineup.
The Giants have reinstated Heliot Ramos from the 10-day injured list after he recovered from a quadriceps injury. Ramos is back in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Atlanta, where he is batting sixth and playing right field. His return provides a boost to the Giants' outfield depth.
Ty France is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers. The infielder is currently dealing with a wrist injury. The team has not provided a specific timeline for his return, and his status will be monitored on a day-to-day basis.
Jacob Wilson remains out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels. This marks his fourth consecutive missed start due to a lingering shoulder injury. The team continues to manage his availability as he works through the issue.
Tyler Soderstrom is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels to rest his left hip. He was removed from Saturday's 5-2 loss in the bottom of the third inning due to tightness in the area. Athletics manager Mark Kotsay confirmed the injury following the game, in which Soderstrom recorded one strikeout in his lone at-bat. His status will continue to be monitored as the team evaluates the severity of the hip issue.
Dominic Canzone is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians. The Mariners are giving him the day off to rest his ailing right hamstring. The team is managing the situation to prevent further aggravation of the injury.
Nick Kurtz is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels. This marks the first time Kurtz has been given a day off since April 1, providing the player with a scheduled rest period.
Kris Bubic, currently working his way back from an elbow injury, completed two scoreless innings in a rehab start with Triple-A Omaha on Saturday. During his outing, Bubic allowed one hit, issued no walks, and recorded no strikeouts. The appearance marks a positive step in his recovery process as he looks to return to the Royals' pitching staff.
The Cleveland Guardians officially reinstated outfielder Chase DeLauter from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. DeLauter had been sidelined due to a rib injury. He was activated by the team prior to Sunday's series finale against the Seattle Mariners.
The Detroit Tigers activated Jack Flaherty from the 15-day injured list on Sunday. Flaherty, who had been sidelined with an ankle injury, was cleared to return to the mound to start Sunday's game against the Houston Astros.
Jac Caglianone was a late scratch from the Royals' lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox. While initial reports cited an unspecified reason for his removal from the starting group, it was later confirmed by Anne Rogers of MLB.com that the decision was due to left groin soreness. The team has not yet provided further information regarding his status or a specific recovery timeline.
Jose Altuve is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers. No specific reason for his absence was provided in the initial report.
William Contreras is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs. The Brewers have provided no further details regarding the reason for his absence from the lineup. Fantasy managers and fans should monitor the team's official channels for any potential injury updates or further clarification regarding his status for upcoming games.
Jordan Walker is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's contest against the Miami Marlins. The Cardinals are giving the outfielder the afternoon off. No injury concerns have been reported in relation to his absence from the lineup. Walker is expected to be available for future games as the team continues its current series.
Luke Raley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Guardians due to elbow discomfort, as reported by Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times. The Mariners are currently managing his status following the onset of this issue. His availability for the remainder of the series remains uncertain while the team evaluates the severity of the discomfort.
Francisco Lindor is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Mets have not provided specific details regarding the reason for his absence from the field today. Updates regarding his status and potential return to the lineup will be provided as more information becomes available from the team.
After a brief absence due to personal reasons, George Springer is back in the Toronto Blue Jays' lineup for Sunday's contest against the Rangers. He will serve as the team's designated hitter and lead off the batting order.
