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Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh hit a two-run homer—his first since August 13—and added an RBI double in a 6-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. Marsh has battled a second-half slump, dropping his season numbers to a .260 average and .709 OPS, leading to ongoing questions regarding playing time down the stretch.
The Sacramento Athletics reinstated shortstop Joshua Kuroda-Grauer from the 60-day injured list on Tuesday. Kuroda-Grauer had been sidelined since suffering a ruptured testicle and groin contusion on July 20 against the Diamondbacks, requiring surgery and a mid-August rehab assignment. In corresponding moves, the Athletics placed Max Muncy on the 10-day IL and transferred J.T. Ginn to the 60-day IL.
Miami Marlins infielder Xavier Edwards is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs, missing a second consecutive start due to a thumb injury picked up during Saturday's game against the Padres. While he works through his recovery, Jared Serna is stepping in to start at the keystone position and bat ninth for the Marlins.
The New York Mets officially hired interim manager Andy Green on a full-time, three-year contract on Tuesday. Green originally stepped in for Carlos Mendoza, who was relieved of his duties on June 26 following a 34-47 start to the 2026 season. Under Green's guidance, the Mets have gone 37-38 across 75 games, bringing their record to 71-85 overall. Mendoza's dismissal cleared the runway for Green to take over dugout leadership long-term, bringing improvements across the roster.
The Washington Nationals have shut down right-hander Cade Cavalli for the remainder of the 2026 season due to workload management. Cavalli reached the 200-strikeout milestone in his final start, finishing the year with a 13-5 record, 3.02 ERA, and 200:48 K:BB across 169.2 innings (32 starts)—nearly 50 innings more than his 2025 total. Cavalli recently signed a four-year, $47 million contract extension with Washington.
Tristan Peters is out of the Chicago White Sox lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Kansas City Royals, missing his third consecutive game due to a bruised left shoulder. Peters sustained the injury during a collision with the outfield wall on Friday against Detroit. Brenton Doyle will make another start in center field and bat seventh against Kansas City left-hander Daniel Lynch while Peters continues to heal.
The New York Mets placed right-hander Christian Scott on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with left knee inflammation, officially shutting him down for the remainder of the season. Scott ends his 2026 campaign with a 3.85 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, and a 134:47 K:BB over 110 innings across 23 starts. Returning from 2025 Tommy John surgery, Scott reached a total of 123.2 innings between the majors and minors before faltering with a 5.30 ERA over his last seven starts.
The New York Mets officially reinstated reliever Devin Williams from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday after he missed six weeks with a right shoulder strain. Williams has converted 16 of 19 save opportunities this season while posting a 4.66 ERA, 1.66 WHIP, and 51 strikeouts over 38.2 innings. The Mets plan to carefully script his upcoming pitching appearances over the final two regular-season series to ease him back into bullpen action.
The Detroit Tigers announced veteran pitcher Justin Verlander will start Saturday against the Pittsburgh Pirates in what is expected to be the final outing of his storied career. Verlander, who announced 2026 as his final season, has been on the 60-day injured list with hip and hamstring issues since his sole start on March 30. The 43-year-old future Hall of Famer brings a legendary resume featuring 3 Cy Young Awards, 2 World Series titles, and 3,500+ strikeouts.
Trevor Story is out of the Red Sox lineup for Tuesday's game against the Guardians, receiving a rest day after starting 15 consecutive contests. The veteran shortstop has been on a hot streak, posting a .799 OPS during that 15-game span to help Boston clinch a postseason spot on Sunday. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will start at shortstop and bat eighth in his place Tuesday as Story rests ahead of the upcoming playoff push.
Willson Contreras remains out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Guardians, marking his fourth consecutive absence due to a bruised right hand. With the Boston Red Sox having virtually locked up their postseason seeding, the club has no reason to rush the veteran back into action before October. In his absence, Nick Sogard receives another start at first base for Boston as Contreras continues to recover.
Brayan Rocchio returned to the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest in Boston, taking up his usual spot at shortstop and batting ninth. Rocchio had previously exited Saturday's game against the Athletics and missed Sunday's action due to left leg tightness. Benefiting from an extra day of rest during the team's off-day on Monday, he has recovered sufficiently to rejoin the field for the crucial late-season stretch.
Garrett Crochet threw a 16-pitch live batting practice session on Tuesday, touching 96 mph in his latest step toward recovery from a lat strain that sidelined him in April. Facing Ceddanne Rafaela, Crochet stated he feels ready to get outs, though roster logistics remain up to the front office and manager Chad Tracy. His recovery on Wednesday will determine if he pitches this weekend or saves his return for the upcoming postseason push with the Red Sox.
Dillon Dingler is out of the Tigers' starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Nationals, continuing a pattern where he and Eduardo Valencia alternate catching duties for a fifth consecutive game. The 28-year-old earned an All-Star nod in the first half of the season behind an .831 OPS and 19 home runs, but has experienced a difficult second half, managing just a .220/.275/.369 slash line across 55 contests since the mid-summer break.
Carlos Rodón secured a postseason rotation spot and helped the Yankees blank the Rays 2-0 in a Tuesday doubleheader opener. Rodón delivered eight scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and no walks while striking out eight batters to reach 1,500 career strikeouts and his 100th win. Over his last eight starts, he holds a 1.67 ERA with a .134 opponent batting average, lowering his season ERA to 2.67 as New York clinched home-field advantage in the AL wild-card round.
Cayden Wallace has revitalized his prospect status within the Nationals organization following a brilliant breakout campaign across Double-A Harrisburg and Triple-A Rochester. After struggling in 2024 and 2025, the 25-year-old infielder slashed .300 with 29 home runs and an .896 OPS this year. Displaying strong power, an ability to elevate the ball, and defensive versatility around the infield, Wallace is now a prime candidate for a 40-man roster addition and a potential 2027 roster spot.
The Dodgers reinstated center fielder Andy Pages from the injured list on Tuesday after a 27-game absence caused by a left hand fracture from a 100 mph hit-by-pitch on August 21. Before injury, Pages batted .272 with 21 home runs, 80 RBIs, and a 118 wRC+ while leading MLB outfielders with 13 assists. He returns without a minor-league rehab assignment as a critical reinforcement for Los Angeles during the final week of the regular season.
The Dodgers activated Roki Sasaki off the injured list on Tuesday after he missed time due to a blister on his right middle finger. Sasaki struggled earlier in the year but rebounded with a 3.25 ERA over his last eight starts, carrying a streak of six straight appearances allowing two runs or fewer before his injury. With the rotation set, manager Dave Roberts plans to utilize Sasaki out of the bullpen in a multi-inning relief role for the upcoming postseason push.
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Max Scherzer will not make his scheduled Tuesday start against the Orioles after inclement weather forced a postponement. The matchup will be made up as part of a Wednesday doubleheader, with Scherzer likely to pitch one of the games. The postponement could alter Toronto's rotation plans for Sunday against Cincinnati. The 42-year-old holds a 4.26 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 40:20 K:BB across 50.2 innings since returning from back and thumb injuries in late July.
Colorado Rockies prospect Charlie Condon reflected on his first Triple-A season with Albuquerque, where he played 130 games and slashed .273/.390/.514 with 27 home runs, 98 RBI, and 25 doubles. The 2024 third-overall pick highlighted the importance of staying healthy and discussed key moments, including hitting two grand slams in a single game on September 6th. Defensively, Condon split time between first base and right field while preparing for a major-league future.
