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Daniel Susac was forced to leave Thursday's game against the Athletics during the sixth inning. According to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle, the departure was prompted by back tightness. Further updates on his status are expected as the team evaluates the severity of the issue.
Ben Rice has advanced to the next round in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game fan voting. He is one of three Yankees players to move forward in the process as the league prepares for the midsummer classic.
Cody Bellinger has advanced to the next round in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game fan voting. He is one of three Yankees players to move forward in the process as the league prepares for the midsummer classic.
Wyatt Langford is slated to start in center field for the Texas Rangers in Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Joc Pederson is slated to bat as the designated hitter for the Texas Rangers in Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Vladimir Guerrero is slated to start at first base for the Toronto Blue Jays in Thursday's game against the Texas Rangers.
Alejandro Kirk is slated to start at catcher for the Toronto Blue Jays in Thursday's game against the Texas Rangers.
Kazuma Okamoto is slated to start at third base for the Toronto Blue Jays in Thursday's game against the Texas Rangers. Analysts expect a big game from Okamoto against Rangers lefty MacKenzie Gore.
Brandon Nimmo is slated to start in right field for the Toronto Blue Jays in Thursday's game against the Texas Rangers.
Jake Burger is slated to start at first base for the Texas Rangers in Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
George Springer is slated to bat as the designated hitter in Thursday's game against the Texas Rangers. He is part of the starting lineup for the first of a four-game series.
The Texas Rangers officially activated shortstop Corey Seager from the 7-day concussion injured list on Thursday. His return provides a significant boost to the Rangers' lineup. Seager's reinstatement was part of a roster shuffle that also saw Cody Freeman placed on the 10-day injured list with a herniated disk. Seager is expected to resume his role as a key contributor immediately.
Boston Red Sox pitcher Connelly Early is scheduled to start against the New York Yankees on Thursday night. The game marks the opening of a four-game series between the two teams.
Junior Caminero delivered a massive offensive performance in Thursday's 13-2 victory over the Royals, going 3-for-5 with three home runs and six RBI. His explosive power served as the primary catalyst for the Rays' offense. In addition to his individual heroics, Caminero contributed to a game where the Rays' pitching staff combined for 8 1/3 no-hit innings, underscoring a dominant team effort in the blowout win.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have officially reinstated outfielder Max Kepler to the active roster after he completed an 80-game suspension for a performance-enhancing drug violation. Following his return from the restricted list, Kepler is set to rejoin the lineup immediately, starting in left field and batting fifth in Thursday's series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals. His return provides a significant boost to the Diamondbacks' offensive depth.
Right-hander Troy Melton (4-0, 2.56 ERA) is scheduled to start for the Detroit Tigers against the Houston Astros on Thursday.
Kevin McGonigle is slated to bat as the designated hitter for the Detroit Tigers in Thursday's game against the Houston Astros.
Kerry Carpenter is slated to start in right field for the Detroit Tigers in Thursday's game against the Houston Astros.
Yordan Alvarez is slated to bat as the designated hitter for the Houston Astros in Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers.
Isaac Paredes is slated to start at third base for the Houston Astros in Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers.
