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Saturday, September 19

Griffin Conine Sits Out Saturday's Lineup Against San Diego Padres

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Miami Marlins outfielder Griffin Conine is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Padres, receiving a routine rest day. Esteury Ruiz gets the nod in right field, Kyle Stowers plays first base, and Agustin Ramirez serves as designated hitter against right-hander Casey Mize. Conine continues to pace the Marlins this season with an impressive .820 OPS while ranking third on the club with 16 home runs through his strong offensive campaign.

Bubba Chandler Seeks Third Straight Win Facing Royals at Home

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Bubba Chandler gets the start for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the Kansas City Royals, looking to extend a personal winning streak. Chandler secured victories in his previous two outings against the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs, including a 4-3 win on September 13 where he surrendered three runs across 5.1 innings. With the season winding down, the right-hander carries an 8-9 record and 4.28 ERA as he aims to cement his case for next year's starting rotation.

Noah Cameron Takes the Mound Against Pirates at PNC Park

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Left-hander Noah Cameron takes the mound for the Kansas City Royals in the middle match of a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Cameron enters the matchup with a 9-8 record and a 3.84 ERA on the season. He is looking to rebound into the win column after a strong no-decision on September 13 against the Boston Red Sox, where he allowed just one earned run on four hits over six innings before the Royals bullpen surrendered late runs in a 5-1 defeat.

Chas McCormick Stays Hot With Three-Hit Game and RBI Double

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Chas McCormick stayed hot for the Iowa Cubs, going 3 for 5 with a two-run double that soared high off the center field wall in the first inning of a 6-4 victory over the Omaha Storm Chasers. McCormick later scored a run in the same opening frame as part of a four-run explosion that staked Iowa to an early lead they would not relinquish. The win marked the fifth straight victory for the Iowa Cubs as the minor league season nears its final day.

BJ Murray Records Two Hits and Drives in Two Runs for Iowa Cubs

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BJ Murray contributed significantly to the Iowa Cubs' fifth consecutive victory, a 6-4 win over the Omaha Storm Chasers. Playing as the designated hitter, Murray went 2 for 5 on the day, highlighted by a clutch two-run single in the fourth inning. He also scored a run in the first inning following Chas McCormick's high-flying double off the center field wall, helping Iowa maintain a lead after scoring four runs in the opening frame and never trailing thereafter.

Trey Yesavage Scheduled to Return From Injury to Start Monday

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Trey Yesavage (knee) will start Monday's game against the Orioles, Arden Zwelling reports. Yesavage has been sidelined since August following surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee. Although he made just one rehab appearance at Triple-A Buffalo lasting two-thirds of an inning, he has been cleared to return. The Blue Jays plan to limit him to roughly three innings or 45-to-50 pitches before handing the ball to Spencer Miles, with a final start tentatively lined up next weekend.

Josue De Paula Shines in Debut With Starstruck Ohtani Moment

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Rookie Josue De Paula starred in his Dodger Stadium debut, going 2-for-3 with two runs, a walk, and an RBI double in an 8-2 win over the Giants. The 21-year-old prospect has excelled since being called up from Double-A Tulsa to fill in for Shohei Ohtani, sporting a .924 OPS. De Paula also went viral for a hilarious, starstruck reaction after high-fiving Ohtani in the dugout, endearing himself to fans with his elite strike zone control and relatable awe.

Trey Mancini Signs One-Day Contract with Baltimore Orioles to Officially Retire

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Trey Mancini has officially announced his retirement from Major League Baseball after signing a one-day contract with the Baltimore Orioles. The ceremonial signing allows the veteran slugger to conclude his career with the franchise where he spent the majority of his MLB tenure. Mancini's retirement marks the end of a memorable professional career, returning to Baltimore for one final ceremonial moment with the organization before stepping away from the game.

Félix Bautista Reinstated by Orioles Following 14-Month Shoulder Recovery

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The Baltimore Orioles have officially activated reliever Félix Bautista after a 14-month absence following shoulder surgery. While the late-season return limits his impact on playoff positioning, manager Craig Albernaz has not yet committed to placing 'The Mountain' directly back into the closer role. Consequently, Bautista is expected to serve in a late-inning bridge or high-leverage setup role during his initial appearances as he eases back into action.

Francisco Lindor Praises Mentor Carlos Beltrán Ahead of Mets Jersey Retirement

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New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor praised mentor Carlos Beltrán ahead of Beltrán's Mets Hall of Fame induction and No. 15 jersey retirement at Citi Field. Lindor highlighted how the fellow Puerto Rican switch-hitter helped him navigate off-the-field life in New York and overcome early performance struggles after being traded to the Mets in 2021. Lindor also expressed strong confidence that Beltrán possesses the leadership skills to succeed as a Major League manager if he pursues it.

Tyler Glasnow Strikes Out 10 Giants to Lead Dodgers' Historic Pitching Rotation

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Tyler Glasnow delivered a season-high 10-strikeout performance over six innings, earning his second win since April in an 8-2 victory for the Los Angeles Dodgers over the San Francisco Giants. Glasnow threw 98 pitches, allowing two runs on three hits and two walks. His outing marked his most strikeouts in a start this season and contributed to a franchise-record eight different Dodgers pitchers recording double-digit strikeout games this year as the team gears up for the postseason.

Andrew Painter Struggles With Long Ball in Phillies Loss

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Rookie Andrew Painter struck out seven and walked one over 5.1 innings in a 10-3 loss to the Mets, but surrendered a costly three-run homer to Francisco Alvarez in the fifth. All four runs allowed came via home runs, bringing his season total to 48% of earned runs yielded via long balls. With Jesus Luzardo's return timeline uncertain, the Phillies are weighing whether to transition Painter's powerful stuff into a bullpen relief role for the postseason.

Salvador Perez Out of Royals Lineup Saturday to Regroup

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Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Perez will take a day off to regroup after struggling through an 0-for-12 slump with three strikeouts over his last three games. With Perez resting, Jac Caglianone will serve as the designated hitter, opening up right field for John Rave, while Nick Loftin starts at third base for Kansas City.

Maikel Garcia Benched Saturday Following Slump After IL Return

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Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia will sit out Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Garcia receives a day of rest after going just 1-for-11 with a walk and two RBIs across three games since returning from the injured list. In his absence, Nick Loftin takes over at third base and will bat sixth in the lineup for Kansas City, while Jac Caglianone serves as the team's designated hitter for the day.

Sebastian Walcott Promoted to Triple-A Round Rock for Final Days of Season

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Texas Rangers 20-year-old infield prospect Sebastian Walcott has been promoted from Double-A Frisco to Triple-A Round Rock for the final two days of the AAA season. Walcott, a top-25 overall prospect, missed time earlier this year following spring internal brace surgery before slashing .322/.398/.586 over 37 games with Frisco. He will serve as Round Rock's DH on Saturday and could be in contention for a major league promotion.

Christian Scott Takes Mound for Mets in Saturday Matchup Against Phillies

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Right-hander Christian Scott will get the start for the New York Mets in Saturday afternoon's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Scott faces off against Philadelphia righty Andrew Painter at Yankee Stadium. The Mets' starting lineup behind Scott features Francisco Lindor leading off, Juan Soto in left field, Bo Bichette at third base, Carson Benge in right field, and Ronny Mauricio serving as the designated hitter in the nine-spot.

Ronny Mauricio Set to DH for Mets Against Phillies on Saturday

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Ronny Mauricio is slated to serve as the designated hitter and bat ninth for the New York Mets in Saturday afternoon's matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies at Yankee Stadium. Right-hander Christian Scott will take the mound for the Mets against Philadelphia's Andrew Painter. Mauricio will look to provide bottom-of-the-order offense as the Mets field a lineup featuring Francisco Lindor leading off, Juan Soto in left field, and Bo Bichette at third base.

Jackson Jobe Set to Pitch Against Chicago White Sox

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Jackson Jobe gets the start for the Detroit Tigers in an afternoon matchup against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field. Jobe holds a 2-2 record with a 3.89 ERA across 34.2 innings pitched, posting a 23.0% strikeout rate. He will duel against White Sox right-hander Sean Burke.

Cade Cavalli Signs Extension and Reaches 200 Ks

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Cade Cavalli signed a 4-year, $47 million extension with a club option that can push it to 5 years for $70 million. Following the deal, Cavalli tossed 5 shutout innings against the St. Louis Cardinals, allowing no walks and striking out 7 batters to reach 200 strikeouts on the season—the first for a Nationals pitcher since 2019. He earned his 13th win of the year, bringing his stellar first full big league campaign ERA to 3.02 over 169.2 innings of work.

Sonny Gray Weighs Retirement After Strong Season With Boston Red Sox

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Boston Red Sox veteran right-hander Sonny Gray is reportedly considering retirement after the 2026 season, telling The Boston Globe he would step away if his family desired. Turning 37 in November, Gray has enjoyed a stellar 14th MLB season with a 2.82 ERA over 163 innings. If 2026 is indeed his final year, his last start could fittingly come against his former team, the rival New York Yankees, in a projected AL Wild Card Series matchup at Yankee Stadium.