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Monday, September 21

Jonathan Santucci Named Eastern League All-Star

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Mets pitching prospect Jonathan Santucci capped his fantastic season by being named an Eastern League All-Star. The 23-year-old left-hander started the year with Double-A Binghamton, leading the level in strikeouts (120) and ranking fifth in ERA (3.57) before advancing to Syracuse's rotation. Overall, Santucci led all minor league pitchers with 163 strikeouts, marking the second straight year a Mets prospect accomplished the feat. He projects as a mid-rotation starter for next season.

Jung Hoo Lee Placed on Injured List With Groin Contusion

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Jung Hoo Lee was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a groin contusion, effectively ending his 2026 campaign. The injury occurred after a poorly placed foul tip knocked him out of Sunday's game against the Twins. Lee finishes the year slashing .276/.320/.404 with 10 home runs, 57 RBI, 12 stolen bases, and 65 runs over 143 games. His absence leaves Christian Koss and Landen Roupp as the only remaining active players from the Giants' Opening Day roster.

Marcelo Mayer Activated From IL to Make Giants Debut

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The San Francisco Giants activated infielder Marcelo Mayer from the 10-day injured list, positioning him to make his team debut as the designated hitter. Mayer has been sidelined since late June due to a left forearm stress reaction with Boston and a subsequent right foot bone bruise during a rehab assignment. Acquired at the trade deadline, the 23-year-old posted a .223/.278/.346 batting line across 114 big-league games this season and seeks a fresh start in San Francisco.

Bo Davidson Shines in Historic MLB Debut During Giants' Win Over Twins

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Promoted following IL stints for Bryce Eldridge and Jung Hoo Lee, San Francisco Giants outfielder Bo Davidson shined in his MLB debut during a 5-2 win over the Twins. Starting in right field and batting third, the 24-year-old hit a single on a nine-pitch at-bat off Zebby Matthews, stole second, and scored in the first inning. Davidson became the first Giant since Johnny Vergez to tally a hit, stolen base, and run in his debut, earning praise from manager Tony Vitello as "a different version of Rafi (Devers)."

Willy Adames Ramping Up Baseball Activities From Elbow Injury

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Willy Adames, currently sidelined with a left elbow sprain since August 24, intends to take batting practice and participate in fielding work. Although the Giants have been eliminated from postseason contention with just five games remaining, the star shortstop has not been officially shut down for the season. It remains uncertain whether the club will activate him with nothing left to play for, though he hopes to return and finish the campaign on a positive note.

DJ Herz Set for Nationals Return After Nearly Two-Year Absence

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Washington Nationals left-hander DJ Herz is scheduled to make his long-awaited return to a major league mound against the Detroit Tigers. Herz missed nearly two full seasons while recovering from Tommy John surgery and a subsequent flexor strain. After building his arm strength back up in minor league rehab outings, where his fastball velocity steadily climbed back to 92-93 mph, the southpaw aims to use his remaining late-season starts to build momentum for 2027.

Colt Keith Headed to Injured List With Season-Ending Thumb Sprain

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Detroit Tigers third baseman Colt Keith was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday due to a left thumb sprain, ending his 2026 season. Keith had missed games late last week with thumb soreness before further examinations revealed the structural sprain. The infielder finishes his campaign with a .258/.322/.406 slash line, 10 home runs, and reliable production across 140 contests. Gleyber Torres and Eduardo Valencia are expected to absorb DH duties in his absence.

Troy Melton Placed on Injured List With Right Arm Fatigue

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The Detroit Tigers placed pitcher Troy Melton on the 15-day injured list Monday with right arm fatigue, officially ending his season. Testing indicated Melton avoided structural damage to his pitching arm. Though arm fatigue likely contributed to an inflated 7.79 ERA over four September starts, the right-hander concludes an impressive full campaign with a 2.76 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and a 94:37 K:BB ratio over 114.1 innings across 20 starts for Detroit.

Trey Yesavage Activated From IL to Start Against Orioles

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The Toronto Blue Jays activated Trey Yesavage from the 15-day injured list to start Monday against the Baltimore Orioles. Yesavage had been sidelined since early August following meniscus surgery on his left knee. After throwing 34 pitches over two-thirds of an inning in his lone rehab appearance, Toronto plans to limit him to around three innings. The rookie right-hander owns a 3.65 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and 91 strikeouts across 93.2 innings over 18 starts this season.

Drew Gilbert Powers San Francisco Giants to Victory Over Twins

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Outfielder Drew Gilbert delivered a standout performance atop the lineup to ignite the San Francisco Giants in a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins. Gilbert hit a two-run single in the second inning to expand an early lead before blasting a solo home run in the fifth. The strong offensive outing continued a breakout second half for the young outfielder, helping San Francisco guarantee it will avoid matching its franchise-worst 98 losses.

Hyeseong Kim in Consideration for Dodgers Playoff Roster

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Infielder Hyeseong Kim remains in consideration for a spot on the Los Angeles Dodgers' postseason roster as the regular season comes to a close. Manager Dave Roberts noted that Kim's exceptional speed and defensive versatility in the infield make him a viable candidate for a late-game bench role. The Dodgers are deciding how to allocate their final one or two position player spots as they prep for October.

Edwin Díaz Pushes for Dodgers Postseason Roster Spot

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Edwin Díaz is working to secure a spot on the Los Angeles Dodgers' postseason bullpen roster as a right-handed depth option. Trying to salvage a dismal debut season in Los Angeles, Díaz made a strong impression over the weekend by delivering a pair of scoreless relief appearances. The Dodgers are currently evaluating four open bullpen spots among six to seven relievers as they construct their playoff pitching staff.

Josue De Paula Builds Strong Case for Dodgers Playoff Roster

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Fresh off winning Texas League MVP honors with Double-A Tulsa (.303/.401/.547, 27 HR, 104 RBI, 31 SB), top prospect Josue De Paula is now building a compelling case for the Dodgers' postseason roster. Through his first 10 MLB games, the left-handed outfielder/DH has displayed outstanding plate discipline, batting .286/.474/.500 with three doubles, one home run, seven RBIs, and 10 walks against just four strikeouts as a potential playoff bench option.

Zyhir Hope Selected to Texas League All-Star Team

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Outfielder Zyhir Hope was named a Texas League All-Star for his strong play with Double-A Tulsa before being traded to the Detroit Tigers on August 2 as part of the Tarik Skubal deal. Hope formed an all-Tulsa All-Star outfield alongside prospects Josue De Paula and Mike Sirota during his standout minor league stint, highlighting an impressive campaign for the Los Angeles Dodgers system.

Mike Sirota Earns Texas League All-Star Selection

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Outfielder Mike Sirota was named a Texas League All-Star after contributing to a dominant Double-A Tulsa Drillers outfield during the 2026 season. Sirota formed an all-Tulsa All-Star outfield alongside prospects Josue De Paula and Zyhir Hope, showcasing the Los Angeles Dodgers' deep pool of minor league talent while helping manager Eric Wedge capture the Texas League Manager of the Year award.

Nick Robertson Named Texas League All-Star Pitcher

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Relief pitcher Nick Robertson earned Texas League All-Star honors for his strong performance out of the bullpen for the Double-A Tulsa Drillers. Robertson was part of a dominant Tulsa pitching staff and roster that saw multiple players selected as league All-Stars, helping guide the Dodgers affiliate through a successful campaign that concluded with manager Eric Wedge winning Texas League Manager of the Year.

Zack Gelof Named Texas League All-Star for Double-A Tulsa

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Infielder Zack Gelof was recognized as a Texas League All-Star for his performance with the Double-A Tulsa Drillers at designated hitter. Gelof was among several Drillers honored during a stellar minor league campaign, contributing to a loaded roster that earned Eric Wedge the Texas League Manager of the Year award as Los Angeles Dodgers minor leaguers swept MVP honors across all three full-season levels.

Robert Suarez Nears Activation For Braves Bullpen After Rehab Outing

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Atlanta Braves reliever Robert Suarez is 'highly likely' to be activated from the 60-day injured list soon, potentially by Wednesday or Thursday, according to GM Alex Anthopoulos. Suarez recently returned to action in the Gwinnett Stripers' season finale, pitching a scoreless inning with one strikeout while throwing 96-97 mph fastballs. His healthy return provides a major boost to the Braves bullpen as they make final preparations for the upcoming postseason run.

Jackson Holliday Unlikely to Return This Season Due to Wrist Injury

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Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz stated that infielder Jackson Holliday is unlikely to return this season from his left wrist injury. Although eligible to come off the 10-day injured list later this week, the Orioles are expected to be mathematically eliminated and are seeking additional medical opinions on his wrist. Holliday concludes a disappointing 2026 campaign batting .229/.300/.340 with seven home runs and eight stolen bases across 98 games played.

Vladimir Guerrero Held Out of Lineup Due to Back Tightness

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Vladimir Guerrero is absent from Toronto's lineup for Monday's game in Baltimore after being lifted from Sunday's contest against the Rangers due to lower-back tightness. He is considered day-to-day, but with the Blue Jays' playoff hopes rapidly fading, Vlad Jr. could be shut down if his condition does not improve quickly. Sean Keys is handling first base in Guerrero's absence for the series opener.