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The Toronto Blue Jays activated Dylan Cease from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday. In his return to the mound, Cease delivered a spectacular performance against the Phillies, tossing six innings of one-run ball. He allowed just three hits and one walk while racking up 11 strikeouts. Although he did not factor into the decision, his dominant outing marks a successful return to the rotation after his stint on the injured list.
Tarik Skubal, currently recovering from an elbow issue, is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Wednesday. The progress in his throwing program suggests a potential return to the mound as early as Saturday, pending the results of his upcoming session.
Angels pitcher Jack Kochanowicz requires Tommy John surgery to address his injury. Due to the nature of the procedure and the recovery timeline, he is expected to be sidelined through the remainder of the 2027 season.
The Chicago Cubs have placed Jameson Taillon on the 15-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain. While the initial move was announced Tuesday, further reports confirm the injury is significant enough that the right-hander is expected to remain sidelined until after the All-Star break. Taillon will now focus entirely on his rehabilitation process while away from the active roster.
Brewers manager Pat Murphy confirmed that Trevor Megill was unavailable to pitch during Monday's extra-innings victory against the Athletics. While initially reported as general soreness, it has been clarified that the right-hander is managing oblique tightness. The team will continue to monitor his status and assess his condition following the discomfort.
Casey Mize, working his way back from an adductor injury, delivered a strong performance during his rehab start with Single-A Lakeland on Tuesday. The right-hander tossed five innings, allowing just one run on three hits and a walk while recording five strikeouts. This outing serves as a positive step in his recovery and return to the Tigers' rotation.
Brent Rooker is not included in the starting lineup for Tuesday's matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers. The outfielder is receiving a scheduled day of rest.
The New York Mets officially reinstated catcher Francisco Alvarez from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday following his recovery from a torn meniscus. His return, confirmed ahead of the game against St. Louis, provides a significant boost to the Mets' active roster as the team continues to compete in a tight wild-card race. Alvarez's presence is expected to bolster the lineup as the club looks to gain ground in the standings.
Bobby Witt is back in the starting lineup for the Royals for Tuesday's series opener against the Rangers. Witt had been dealing with a knee issue that kept him out of action, but he has been cleared to return to the field. His presence in the lineup is a key development for Kansas City as they start their series against Texas.
Veteran catcher Salvador Perez is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's series opener against the Rangers. Perez had been sidelined recently while managing a thumb issue but is now fully cleared to play. His return to the lineup is a significant addition for the Royals as they face Texas.
Dylan Crews is not in the starting lineup for the Washington Nationals for Tuesday's game against the Giants. No further details regarding the reason for his absence were provided in the initial report.
Brewers reliever Brian Fitzpatrick is seeking a second opinion on his throwing elbow after being diagnosed with a partial UCL sprain. The injury occurred while he was throwing a warmup pitch during Friday night's game at Colorado. The team is awaiting further evaluation to determine the severity and the next steps for his recovery.
Cole Ragans, currently working his way back from an elbow injury, is set to throw a bullpen session on Wednesday. This marks a key step in his recovery process as he looks to return to action for the Kansas City Royals.
Nolan Schanuel is back in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Astros. The first baseman is starting and batting fifth after dealing with an ankle issue.
Oneil Cruz is back in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Dodgers. Although he was initially scratched from the lineup earlier in the day due to a hand issue, he has been cleared to play.
Samuel Basallo is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mariners. The Orioles are managing the situation as he deals with left wrist pain.
Will Smith remains sidelined for Tuesday's game against Pittsburgh as he continues to recover from a neck injury. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated Tuesday that Smith still does not feel right and may require a stint on the injured list. His status remains a point of monitoring for the team as they evaluate his recovery timeline and potential return to action.
Brandon Lowe is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's series opener against the Dodgers. After recent absence, he has been cleared to return to action for the Pirates.
Colson Montgomery is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's game against Atlanta due to back tightness, as reported by James Fegan of SoxMachine.com. His status will be monitored as he manages the discomfort.
Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin is set to take a step forward in his recovery from a right forearm strain. Griffin is scheduled to resume a throwing program on Wednesday, marking a positive development in his rehabilitation process. The 20-year-old rookie shortstop's condition is improving, and the team expects him to begin light throwing activities as he works his way back from the injury.
