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Rangers manager Skip Schumaker announced Sunday that Corey Seager (back) is expected to begin a minor-league rehab assignment sometime during the upcoming week. Seager has been working through his recovery, and this transition to game action marks a significant step forward in his return to the Texas lineup.
Phillies star Bryce Harper expressed significant concern regarding the future of Major League Baseball, specifically highlighting the potential impact of a lockout on the 2027 season. Harper emphasized the importance of maintaining the sport's current momentum and warned against the negative consequences that labor disputes could have on the game's growth and fan engagement.
Orioles pitcher Ryan Helsley (elbow) provided an update on his recovery Sunday, noting that he is scheduled to complete several more bullpen sessions. He plans to gradually ramp up the intensity of his throwing program before he is cleared to resume facing live hitters. The team is prioritizing a cautious buildup to ensure he is fully ready for a return to the mound.
Following the activation of Jack Dreyer from the injured list, the Los Angeles Dodgers have optioned right-handed pitcher Paul Gervase to Triple-A Oklahoma City to manage their active roster.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have officially activated right-handed pitcher Jack Dreyer from the 15-day injured list. The move comes as part of a roster shuffle for the team, which also included optioning RHP Paul Gervase to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
RHP Tatsuya Imai (2-2, 6.17 ERA) started for the Houston Astros in Sunday's rubber game against the Milwaukee Brewers but was outdueled in a shutout loss. Imai, who recently started a combined no-hitter against the Rangers, could not replicate that success as the Astros fell to the Brewers. Despite the team's recent 8-3 stretch, Imai's performance was overshadowed by Jacob Misiorowski's dominant start, leaving the Astros to settle for a series loss as they move on to their next set.
Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh is navigating his first career stint on the injured list due to a right oblique strain. While currently sidelined, Raleigh is using the time to study the game from the dugout and gain a new perspective on his role. He does not yet have a firm timeline for a rehab assignment but hopes to receive further updates from the team within the next few days as he works toward returning to the active roster.
Jake Bauers contributed a home run to help lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 2-0 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday. The win secured another series victory for the Brewers, capping off a strong month of May for the team.
Michael Harris and the Atlanta Braves fell short in their attempt to sweep the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. While Harris and Ronald Acuña provided a spark at the top of the batting order, the team could not generate enough runs to secure the victory. The Braves' effort in the series finale proved insufficient, resulting in a missed opportunity to sweep the three-game set. Harris remains a key component of the Braves' outfield and offensive strategy as they look to bounce back in their next series.
Kyle Bradish (3-6) delivered a resurgent performance on Sunday, leading the Baltimore Orioles to a 9-5 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. Bradish allowed just one unearned run on four hits and three walks over seven sharp innings while striking out four. His dominant outing served as a focal point for the pitching rotation, helping the club cruise to a series-splitting win after the offense provided an early six-run lead. This win marks a significant step forward for Bradish this season.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jose Siri made a spectacular defensive play on Sunday, robbing a grand slam from a Tampa Bay Rays hitter. Siri reached over the short left-field fence at Tropicana Field to make a leaping grab, saving four runs and even protecting a nacho station on the other side of the wall. The remarkable catch highlighted the Angels' outfield acrobatics and served as a crucial defensive moment in the game against his former team, showcasing his elite range and timing.
Andrew Painter faced a difficult outing as the Philadelphia Phillies concluded their western road trip with a 9-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Tasked with a high-stakes matchup against Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Painter struggled against the Dodgers' lineup as the Phillies' offense was silenced. The loss capped an 18-10 month for Philadelphia, with the organization continuing to monitor the young pitcher's development in high-pressure environments.
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed right-handed pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski on the restricted list Sunday. The team stated that Mlodzinski was not ready to pitch this weekend, though no further details regarding the specific nature of the designation or the reasons behind it were provided. The move leaves the Pirates' bullpen without the right-hander for the immediate future as they continue their current series. His status for upcoming games remains unclear as the team awaits his return to readiness.
The Minnesota Twins have placed starting pitcher Bailey Ober on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to Sunday, due to right elbow inflammation. The move follows a rough outing Saturday where he allowed seven earned runs in a loss to the Pirates. Ober, who holds a 6-3 record with a 4.59 ERA over 66 2/3 innings this season, will now undergo treatment and rehabilitation, marking a significant loss for the Twins' pitching rotation.
Will Smith is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. No specific injury or reason was provided for his absence from the field today.
Jazz Chisholm is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup against the Oakland Athletics. He is receiving a routine day of rest while the team faces a left-handed starting pitcher.
Shea Langeliers is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the New York Yankees. The catcher is receiving a scheduled break from action.
TJ Rumfield was removed from the lineup for Sunday's game against the San Francisco Giants due to right shoulder inflammation. He was initially scratched from the starting nine for an unspecified reason before the specific injury was confirmed.
Ryan Waldschmidt is in the starting lineup for the Seattle Mariners' Sunday game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, playing center field.
Julio Rodriguez is in the starting lineup for the Seattle Mariners' Sunday game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, playing center field.
