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Yordan Alvarez (DH - HOU)
5/23/26 4:45 PM - Astros DH Alvarez exits in sixth with back spasms. Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez, a three-time All-Star who is batting .300 with 15 homers and 31 RBIs, left Saturday's game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in the middle of an at-bat in the sixth inning because of back spasms.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48855124/houst...
5/23/26 4:45 PM - Astros DH Alvarez exits in sixth with back spasms. Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez, a three-time All-Star who is batting .300 with 15 homers and 31 RBIs, left Saturday's game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in the middle of an at-bat in the sixth inning because of back spasms.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48855124/houst...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
5/23/26 3:41 PM - [Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander] - Shohei Ohtani (????) 2026 Cy Young? John Smoltz talks Ohtani, best surprise team + Mike Trout trade?. John Smoltz on Should Shohei Hit on Pitching Days, Cy Young in a 6-Man Rotation & Best Surprise Teams | Flippin’ BatsJohn Smoltz joins Ben Verlander for a lo...
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
5/23/26 3:41 PM - [Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander] - Shohei Ohtani (????) 2026 Cy Young? John Smoltz talks Ohtani, best surprise team + Mike Trout trade?. John Smoltz on Should Shohei Hit on Pitching Days, Cy Young in a 6-Man Rotation & Best Surprise Teams | Flippin’ BatsJohn Smoltz joins Ben Verlander for a lo...
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Craig Kimbrel (P - NYM)
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Mets DFA well-traveled P Kimbrel after brief stint.... The Mets designated 37-year-old reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment Friday after 14 appearances with the club.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48847594/mets-...
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Mets DFA well-traveled P Kimbrel after brief stint.... The Mets designated 37-year-old reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment Friday after 14 appearances with the club.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48847594/mets-...
Gerrit Cole (P - NYY)
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Yanks' Cole tosses 6 scoreless after 569-day layof.... Yankees ace Gerrit Cole pitched six shutout innings in his return from elbow ligament reconstruction that caused a 569-day absence.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48848240/yanke...
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Yanks' Cole tosses 6 scoreless after 569-day layof.... Yankees ace Gerrit Cole pitched six shutout innings in his return from elbow ligament reconstruction that caused a 569-day absence.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48848240/yanke...
Trevor Story (SS - BOS)
5/23/26 1:47 PM - BoSox's Story undergoes sports hernia surgery. Struggling Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story could be out several weeks after sports hernia surgery.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48845859/red-s...
5/23/26 1:47 PM - BoSox's Story undergoes sports hernia surgery. Struggling Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story could be out several weeks after sports hernia surgery.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48845859/red-s...
Ian Happ (OF - CHC)
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Happ gets day off, PCA batting leadoff for Cubs. The Cubs are giving struggling left fielder Ian Happ the day off while moving centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong up to the leadoff spot for Saturday's game against the Astros.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48853481/strug...
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Happ gets day off, PCA batting leadoff for Cubs. The Cubs are giving struggling left fielder Ian Happ the day off while moving centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong up to the leadoff spot for Saturday's game against the Astros.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48853481/strug...
Lourdes Gurriel (OF - AZ)
5/23/26 1:47 PM - D-backs' Gurriel exits game with tight hamstring. Arizona left fielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. left the Diamondbacks' game Friday night against the Colorado Rockies because of left hamstring tightness after making a sliding catch.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48849421/lourd...
5/23/26 1:47 PM - D-backs' Gurriel exits game with tight hamstring. Arizona left fielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. left the Diamondbacks' game Friday night against the Colorado Rockies because of left hamstring tightness after making a sliding catch.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48849421/lourd...
Jackson Holliday (2B - BAL)
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Holliday sneaks 337-foot homer under foul pole. Jackson Holliday hit a two-run shot in the fourth inning that went 337 feet and sneaked just over the wall and under the foul pole in left field in Friday's 7-4 win over the Tigers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48849537/oriol...
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Holliday sneaks 337-foot homer under foul pole. Jackson Holliday hit a two-run shot in the fourth inning that went 337 feet and sneaked just over the wall and under the foul pole in left field in Friday's 7-4 win over the Tigers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48849537/oriol...
Gavin Williams (P - CLE)
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Manzardo's pinch-hit HR saves Williams' 11-K gem. Gavin Williams matched Phillies ace Cristopher Sanchez with eight scoreless innings before Kyle Manzardo delivered a pinch-hit homer in the ninth inning to lift the Guardians to a 1-0 victory.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48848809/manza...
5/23/26 1:47 PM - Manzardo's pinch-hit HR saves Williams' 11-K gem. Gavin Williams matched Phillies ace Cristopher Sanchez with eight scoreless innings before Kyle Manzardo delivered a pinch-hit homer in the ninth inning to lift the Guardians to a 1-0 victory.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48848809/manza...
Peter Strzelecki (P - MIL)
5/23/26 11:37 AM - Yankees sign RHP Peter Strzelecki to minor league deal. The Yankees have signed RHP Peter Strzelecki to a minor league deal and assigned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/yankees-sign-peter-strzele...
5/23/26 11:37 AM - Yankees sign RHP Peter Strzelecki to minor league deal. The Yankees have signed RHP Peter Strzelecki to a minor league deal and assigned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/yankees-sign-peter-strzele...
Steward Berroa (OF - PHI)
5/23/26 11:00 AM - Former big leaguer moves back to natural position in Phillies organization, searches for return to majors. ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A month and a half after he was traded to the Phillies, Steward Berroa can say with 100% confidence that Triple-A Lehigh Valley has been the fresh start he needed.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/05/philadelphia-ph...
5/23/26 11:00 AM - Former big leaguer moves back to natural position in Phillies organization, searches for return to majors. ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A month and a half after he was traded to the Phillies, Steward Berroa can say with 100% confidence that Triple-A Lehigh Valley has been the fresh start he needed.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/05/philadelphia-ph...
Jared Young (DH - NYM)
5/23/26 10:30 AM - Mets Notes: Upcoming pitching plan; 'good chance' Jared Young rejoins team on next homestand. Prior to Saturday's game against the Marlins in Miami, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza spoke with reporters about a variety of topics.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-notes-upcoming-pitchi...
5/23/26 10:30 AM - Mets Notes: Upcoming pitching plan; 'good chance' Jared Young rejoins team on next homestand. Prior to Saturday's game against the Marlins in Miami, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza spoke with reporters about a variety of topics.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-notes-upcoming-pitchi...
Mickey Moniak (OF - COL)
5/23/26 8:56 AM - Rockies' Mickey Moniak headed to injured list. All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Source: https://www.espn.com/fantasy/baseball/story/_/id/4...
5/23/26 8:56 AM - Rockies' Mickey Moniak headed to injured list. All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Source: https://www.espn.com/fantasy/baseball/story/_/id/4...
Mason Miller (P - SD)
5/23/26 8:39 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Padres closer Mason Miller awaiting chance against old team, the A's. Deadspin | Padres closer Mason Miller awaiting chance against old team, the A's
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
5/23/26 8:39 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Padres closer Mason Miller awaiting chance against old team, the A's. Deadspin | Padres closer Mason Miller awaiting chance against old team, the A's
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Jonah Tong (P - NYM)
5/23/26 7:36 AM - Mets promote RHP Jonathan Pintaro from Triple-A, option LHP Zach Thornton. Some of the Mets pitching plans have been revealed, including a promotion for RHP Jonathon Pintaro and Jonah Tong earning another appearance in the big leagues.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-to-promote-jonathan-p...
5/23/26 7:36 AM - Mets promote RHP Jonathan Pintaro from Triple-A, option LHP Zach Thornton. Some of the Mets pitching plans have been revealed, including a promotion for RHP Jonathon Pintaro and Jonah Tong earning another appearance in the big leagues.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-to-promote-jonathan-p...
Gerrit Cole (P - NYY)
5/23/26 4:04 AM - Gerrit Cole pitches 6 shutout innings after 569-day absence as Yankees lose to Rays 4-2. Yankees ace Gerrit Cole pitched six shutout innings in his return from elbow ligament reconstruction that caused a 569-day absence. Cole left with a 1-0 lead against the Tampa Bay Rays, which New York wasted in a 4-2 loss Friday night. A 35-year-old right-hander who had surgery in March 2025, Cole allowed two hits and three walks while striking out two. Cole was unusually sharp for a pitcher coming off a long layoff. He needed just 11 pitches in the third and fourth innings and retired 10 in a row during one stretch.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/gerrit-cole-p...
5/23/26 4:04 AM - Gerrit Cole pitches 6 shutout innings after 569-day absence as Yankees lose to Rays 4-2. Yankees ace Gerrit Cole pitched six shutout innings in his return from elbow ligament reconstruction that caused a 569-day absence. Cole left with a 1-0 lead against the Tampa Bay Rays, which New York wasted in a 4-2 loss Friday night. A 35-year-old right-hander who had surgery in March 2025, Cole allowed two hits and three walks while striking out two. Cole was unusually sharp for a pitcher coming off a long layoff. He needed just 11 pitches in the third and fourth innings and retired 10 in a row during one stretch.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/gerrit-cole-p...
Payton Tolle (P - BOS)
5/23/26 2:59 AM - Twins unload on Justin Slaten as Red Sox lose 8-6 at Fenway Park.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
5/23/26 2:59 AM - Twins unload on Justin Slaten as Red Sox lose 8-6 at Fenway Park.
Chad Tracy pulled Payton Tolle at 85 pitches to set up the Slaten, Garrett Whitlock, Aroldis Chapman combination, but it backfired on him Friday night.
The post Twins unload on Justin Slaten as Red Sox lose 8-6 at Fenway Park appeared first on Boston.com.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
Gerrit Cole (P - NYY)
5/23/26 2:04 AM - Gerrit Cole pitches 6 shutout innings after 569-day absence as Yankees lose to Rays 4-2. Yankees ace Gerrit Cole pitched six shutout innings in his return from elbow ligament reconstruction that caused a 569-day absence. Cole left with a 1-0 lead against the Tampa Bay Rays, which New York wasted in a 4-2 loss Friday night. A 35-year-old right-hander who had surgery in March 2025, Cole allowed two hits and three walks while striking out two. Cole was unusually sharp for a pitcher coming off a long layoff. He needed just 11 pitches in the third and fourth innings and retired 10 in a row during one stretch.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/gerrit-cole-p...
5/23/26 2:04 AM - Gerrit Cole pitches 6 shutout innings after 569-day absence as Yankees lose to Rays 4-2. Yankees ace Gerrit Cole pitched six shutout innings in his return from elbow ligament reconstruction that caused a 569-day absence. Cole left with a 1-0 lead against the Tampa Bay Rays, which New York wasted in a 4-2 loss Friday night. A 35-year-old right-hander who had surgery in March 2025, Cole allowed two hits and three walks while striking out two. Cole was unusually sharp for a pitcher coming off a long layoff. He needed just 11 pitches in the third and fourth innings and retired 10 in a row during one stretch.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/gerrit-cole-p...
Lourdes Gurriel (OF - AZ)
5/23/26 12:46 AM - D-backs' Gurriel exits game with tight hamstring. Arizona left fielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. left the Diamondbacks' game Friday night against the Colorado Rockies because of left hamstring tightness after making a sliding catch.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48849421/lourd...
5/23/26 12:46 AM - D-backs' Gurriel exits game with tight hamstring. Arizona left fielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. left the Diamondbacks' game Friday night against the Colorado Rockies because of left hamstring tightness after making a sliding catch.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48849421/lourd...
Jackson Holliday (2B - BAL)
5/23/26 12:46 AM - Holliday sneaks 337-foot homer under foul pole. Jackson Holliday hit a two-run shot in the fourth inning that went 337 feet and sneaked just over the wall and under the foul pole in left field in Friday's 7-4 win over the Tigers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48849537/oriol...
5/23/26 12:46 AM - Holliday sneaks 337-foot homer under foul pole. Jackson Holliday hit a two-run shot in the fourth inning that went 337 feet and sneaked just over the wall and under the foul pole in left field in Friday's 7-4 win over the Tigers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48849537/oriol...
Jeffrey Springs (P - Ath)
5/22/26 11:35 PM - [MLB: Athletics] - Springs hurt by trio of long balls as A's fall to Padres. SAN DIEGO -- If you told a pitcher before a start that he’s going to work into the seventh inning having allowed only three hits, any of them would sign up for that in a heartbeat. Jeffrey Springs had that exact scenario on Friday. The left-hander was missing barrels and
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
5/22/26 11:35 PM - [MLB: Athletics] - Springs hurt by trio of long balls as A's fall to Padres. SAN DIEGO -- If you told a pitcher before a start that he’s going to work into the seventh inning having allowed only three hits, any of them would sign up for that in a heartbeat. Jeffrey Springs had that exact scenario on Friday. The left-hander was missing barrels and
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Ramon Laureano (OF - SD)
5/22/26 11:10 PM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Ramon Laureano swats tiebreaking HR as Padres down A's. Deadspin | Ramon Laureano swats tiebreaking HR as Padres down A's
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
5/22/26 11:10 PM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Ramon Laureano swats tiebreaking HR as Padres down A's. Deadspin | Ramon Laureano swats tiebreaking HR as Padres down A's
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Gavin Williams (P - CLE)
5/22/26 10:54 PM - Manzardo's pinch-hit HR saves Williams' 11-K gem. Gavin Williams matched Phillies ace Cristopher Sanchez with eight scoreless innings before Kyle Manzardo delivered a pinch-hit homer in the ninth inning to lift the Guardians to a 1-0 victory.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48848809/manza...
5/22/26 10:54 PM - Manzardo's pinch-hit HR saves Williams' 11-K gem. Gavin Williams matched Phillies ace Cristopher Sanchez with eight scoreless innings before Kyle Manzardo delivered a pinch-hit homer in the ninth inning to lift the Guardians to a 1-0 victory.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48848809/manza...
Garrett Crochet (P - BOS)
5/22/26 9:44 PM - Chad Tracy provides injury updates for Garrett Crochet, Roman Anthony.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
5/22/26 9:44 PM - Chad Tracy provides injury updates for Garrett Crochet, Roman Anthony.
Neither has a clear timetable for return, but Crochet will have a throwing session over the weekend followed by live batting practice next week.
The post Chad Tracy provides injury updates for Garrett Crochet, Roman Anthony appeared first on Boston.com.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
Xander Bogaerts (SS - SD)
5/22/26 9:21 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Jeffrey Sprigs strikes out Xander Bogaerts | 05/22/2026. The Official Site of Major League Baseball
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
5/22/26 9:21 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Jeffrey Sprigs strikes out Xander Bogaerts | 05/22/2026. The Official Site of Major League Baseball
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Rhys Hoskins (1B - CLE)
5/22/26 8:52 PM - Rhys Hoskins has a lot to play for after being ‘slighted’ in free agency. Rhys Hoskins is back in Philly with the Guardians.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/05/philadelphia-ph...
5/22/26 8:52 PM - Rhys Hoskins has a lot to play for after being ‘slighted’ in free agency. Rhys Hoskins is back in Philly with the Guardians.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/05/philadelphia-ph...
Anthony Volpe (SS - NYY)
5/22/26 8:44 PM - Yanks' Caballero (broken finger) activated off IL. The Yankees activated shortstop José Caballero for Friday's game against the Rays, while Anthony Volpe is expected to get some reps at second base to add infield depth.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48846611/yanke...
5/22/26 8:44 PM - Yanks' Caballero (broken finger) activated off IL. The Yankees activated shortstop José Caballero for Friday's game against the Rays, while Anthony Volpe is expected to get some reps at second base to add infield depth.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48846611/yanke...
Josh Lowe (OF - LAA)
5/22/26 8:44 PM - Angels demote Lowe, place Moncada on 10-day IL. The Angels optioned struggling left fielder Josh Lowe to Triple-A Salt Lake on Friday and placed third baseman Yoán Moncada on the 10-day injured list because of right knee inflammation.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48847974/angel...
5/22/26 8:44 PM - Angels demote Lowe, place Moncada on 10-day IL. The Angels optioned struggling left fielder Josh Lowe to Triple-A Salt Lake on Friday and placed third baseman Yoán Moncada on the 10-day injured list because of right knee inflammation.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48847974/angel...
Matt Shaw (3B - CHC)
5/22/26 8:44 PM - Cubs place Shaw (back) on IL, call up Ramirez. The Cubs have placed Matt Shaw (back tightness) on the injured list and called up infielder Pedro Ramirez, who was hitting .312 with nine home runs in Triple-A.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48845438/cubs-...
5/22/26 8:44 PM - Cubs place Shaw (back) on IL, call up Ramirez. The Cubs have placed Matt Shaw (back tightness) on the injured list and called up infielder Pedro Ramirez, who was hitting .312 with nine home runs in Triple-A.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48845438/cubs-...
Kyle Schwarber (DH - PHI)
5/22/26 8:41 PM - Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber returns to lineup after three games. Kyle Schwarber is feeling better and is back in the lineup.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/05/philadelphia-ph...
5/22/26 8:41 PM - Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber returns to lineup after three games. Kyle Schwarber is feeling better and is back in the lineup.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/05/philadelphia-ph...
Brent Rooker (DH/OF - Ath)
5/22/26 8:00 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Brent Rooker's RBI groundout | 05/22/2026. The Official Site of Major League Baseball
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
5/22/26 8:00 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Brent Rooker's RBI groundout | 05/22/2026. The Official Site of Major League Baseball
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Nick Kurtz (1B - Ath)
5/22/26 8:00 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Nick Kurtz's RBI double | 05/22/2026. The Official Site of Major League Baseball
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
5/22/26 8:00 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Nick Kurtz's RBI double | 05/22/2026. The Official Site of Major League Baseball
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Henry Bolte (OF - Ath)
5/22/26 7:59 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Henry Bolte's RBI single | 05/22/2026. The Official Site of Major League Baseball
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
5/22/26 7:59 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Henry Bolte's RBI single | 05/22/2026. The Official Site of Major League Baseball
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Logan Gilbert (P - SEA)
5/22/26 7:28 PM - Mitch Garver’s homer sends Mariners past Royals. The Mariners got a strong pitching performance from starter Logan Gilbert and Mitch Garver provided all the needed offense with a two-run homer to beat the Royals on Friday night.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/mitch...
5/22/26 7:28 PM - Mitch Garver’s homer sends Mariners past Royals. The Mariners got a strong pitching performance from starter Logan Gilbert and Mitch Garver provided all the needed offense with a two-run homer to beat the Royals on Friday night.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/mitch...
Jonah Tong (P - NYM)
5/22/26 7:01 PM - Mets expected to promote RHP Jonathan Pintaro; Jonah Tong to pitch again in Reds series: report. Some of the Mets pitching plans have reportedly been revealed, including a promotion for RHP Jonathon Pintaro and Jonah Tong earning another appearance in the big leagues.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-to-promote-jonathan-p...
5/22/26 7:01 PM - Mets expected to promote RHP Jonathan Pintaro; Jonah Tong to pitch again in Reds series: report. Some of the Mets pitching plans have reportedly been revealed, including a promotion for RHP Jonathon Pintaro and Jonah Tong earning another appearance in the big leagues.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-to-promote-jonathan-p...
Chris Sale (P - ATL)
5/22/26 3:45 PM - Chris Sale thought Braves were crazy to trade for him -- now the only crazy part is how well it's worked out. Sale joked that Braves exec Alex Anthopoulos should have been drug tested after he dealt for the Cy Young-winning lefty three years ago
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/chris-sale-brav...
5/22/26 3:45 PM - Chris Sale thought Braves were crazy to trade for him -- now the only crazy part is how well it's worked out. Sale joked that Braves exec Alex Anthopoulos should have been drug tested after he dealt for the Cy Young-winning lefty three years ago
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/chris-sale-brav...
Michael Harris (OF - ATL)
5/22/26 3:33 PM - MLB DFS: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy baseball picks include Michael Harris on Friday, May 22. SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal MLB DFS lineup advice for Friday, May 22
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-dfs-top-dra...
5/22/26 3:33 PM - MLB DFS: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy baseball picks include Michael Harris on Friday, May 22. SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal MLB DFS lineup advice for Friday, May 22
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-dfs-top-dra...
Matt Olson (1B - ATL)
5/22/26 1:17 PM - Free MLB home run picks for May 22: Braves' Matt Olson among expert's best bets for Friday. Expert Matt Severance shares his best MLB home run props picks for games on Friday, May 22
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
5/22/26 1:17 PM - Free MLB home run picks for May 22: Braves' Matt Olson among expert's best bets for Friday. Expert Matt Severance shares his best MLB home run props picks for games on Friday, May 22
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
Craig Kimbrel (P - NYM)
5/22/26 1:10 PM - Carlos Mendoza doesn't close door on potential return to Mets for recently DFA'd Craig Kimbrel. With the news of Jonah Tong’s promotion to the Mets on Friday came the decision to designate veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-carlos-mendoza-potent...
5/22/26 1:10 PM - Carlos Mendoza doesn't close door on potential return to Mets for recently DFA'd Craig Kimbrel. With the news of Jonah Tong’s promotion to the Mets on Friday came the decision to designate veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-carlos-mendoza-potent...
Felix Reyes (1B/OF - PHI)
5/22/26 12:56 PM - Felix Reyes hits third home run since being sent back down to Triple-A, but sloppy defense hurts IronPigs. ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Despite Felix Reyes and Bryan De La Cruz each homering for the second straight game, Triple-A Lehigh Valley was burdened by pitching and defensive miscues on the way to an 8-7 loss to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday night. The IronPigs (21-27 overall) split the first two games of the series against the RailRiders, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/05/philadelphia-ph...
5/22/26 12:56 PM - Felix Reyes hits third home run since being sent back down to Triple-A, but sloppy defense hurts IronPigs. ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Despite Felix Reyes and Bryan De La Cruz each homering for the second straight game, Triple-A Lehigh Valley was burdened by pitching and defensive miscues on the way to an 8-7 loss to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday night. The IronPigs (21-27 overall) split the first two games of the series against the RailRiders, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/05/philadelphia-ph...
Yordan Alvarez (DH - HOU)
5/22/26 12:32 PM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for May 22: Yordan Alvarez in expert's best bets for Friday HR player props. SportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Friday, May 22
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
5/22/26 12:32 PM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for May 22: Yordan Alvarez in expert's best bets for Friday HR player props. SportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Friday, May 22
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
Gerrit Cole (P - NYY)
5/22/26 12:31 PM - Yankees' Gerrit Cole returns vs. Rays: Prediction and everything to know about crucial AL East series. Cole, coming off Tommy John surgery, will take the mound Friday night for the first time since the 2024 World Series
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5/22/26 12:31 PM - Yankees' Gerrit Cole returns vs. Rays: Prediction and everything to know about crucial AL East series. Cole, coming off Tommy John surgery, will take the mound Friday night for the first time since the 2024 World Series
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/yankees-gerrit-...
Trevor Story (SS - BOS)
5/22/26 11:14 AM - MLB 2026 Buzz: Boston Red Sox Provide Trevor Story Injury Update. Notable news, notes and buzz from MLB's 2026 season.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-2026-buz...
5/22/26 11:14 AM - MLB 2026 Buzz: Boston Red Sox Provide Trevor Story Injury Update. Notable news, notes and buzz from MLB's 2026 season.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-2026-buz...
Mason Miller (P - SD)
5/22/26 10:55 AM - [Oakland A's Videos] - A's Cast Live Ahead of A's & Padres from NBC Sports! | Mason Miller & Mark Kotsay Join Towny!. A's Cast Live with Chris Townsend ahead of #Athletics & #Padres from NBC Sports! Guests:Mason Miller - 2024 All-Star & Padres CloserMark Kotsay - Manager of ...
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5/22/26 10:55 AM - [Oakland A's Videos] - A's Cast Live Ahead of A's & Padres from NBC Sports! | Mason Miller & Mark Kotsay Join Towny!. A's Cast Live with Chris Townsend ahead of #Athletics & #Padres from NBC Sports! Guests:Mason Miller - 2024 All-Star & Padres CloserMark Kotsay - Manager of ...
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Spencer Arrighetti (P - HOU)
5/22/26 10:00 AM - Spencer Arrighetti: Up-And-Coming Dynasty Player. Good day, everyone. I'm back from vacation and the first order of business is to get back to letting you know who I think is an up-and-coming dynasty player. As the season progresses, a host of players are starting to come to the forefront as players who should be added to your team. One of those players is Spencer Arrighetti of the Houston Astros. When it comes to the Astros, not a lot has gone right for the team this year. One of the few bright spots has been Arrighetti, a right-handed pitcher now in his third season with the club. So let's take a look at why Arrighetti is an up-and-coming dynasty player.
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5/22/26 10:00 AM - Spencer Arrighetti: Up-And-Coming Dynasty Player. Good day, everyone. I'm back from vacation and the first order of business is to get back to letting you know who I think is an up-and-coming dynasty player. As the season progresses, a host of players are starting to come to the forefront as players who should be added to your team. One of those players is Spencer Arrighetti of the Houston Astros. When it comes to the Astros, not a lot has gone right for the team this year. One of the few bright spots has been Arrighetti, a right-handed pitcher now in his third season with the club. So let's take a look at why Arrighetti is an up-and-coming dynasty player.
Source: https://razzball.com/spencer-arrighetti-up-and-com...
Victor Robles (OF - SEA)
5/22/26 9:54 AM - Mariners’ Victor Robles activated from injured list before Royals series. Mariners outfielder Victor Robles returned before Friday night's series opener at Kansas City after recovering from a right pectoral strain.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/marin...
5/22/26 9:54 AM - Mariners’ Victor Robles activated from injured list before Royals series. Mariners outfielder Victor Robles returned before Friday night's series opener at Kansas City after recovering from a right pectoral strain.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/marin...
Clay Holmes (P - NYM)
5/22/26 9:49 AM - Mets call up top prospect Jonah Tong, designate Craig Kimbrel for assignment. Needing a healthy arm following the injury to Clay Holmes, the Mets are calling up top pitching prospect Jonah Tong.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-call-up-jonah-tong-df...
5/22/26 9:49 AM - Mets call up top prospect Jonah Tong, designate Craig Kimbrel for assignment. Needing a healthy arm following the injury to Clay Holmes, the Mets are calling up top pitching prospect Jonah Tong.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-call-up-jonah-tong-df...
Mark Leiter (P - Ath)
5/22/26 9:44 AM - [Locked On A's] - Mark Leiter redemption yesterday. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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5/22/26 9:44 AM - [Locked On A's] - Mark Leiter redemption yesterday. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Trent Grisham (OF - NYY)
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Yankees' Grisham avoids structural knee damage. Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham was relieved that tests Thursday did not reveal any structural damage to his left knee a day after he exited a game in the fifth inning.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48838725/yanke...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Yankees' Grisham avoids structural knee damage. Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham was relieved that tests Thursday did not reveal any structural damage to his left knee a day after he exited a game in the fifth inning.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48838725/yanke...
Kodai Senga (P - NYM)
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Mets' Senga to begin rehab assignment Friday. Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga will make his first minor league rehab start on Friday as he works toward a return from a stint on the injured list with lower back pain.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48837933/mets-...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Mets' Senga to begin rehab assignment Friday. Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga will make his first minor league rehab start on Friday as he works toward a return from a stint on the injured list with lower back pain.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48837933/mets-...
Tarik Skubal (P - DET)
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Skubal's return still TBD after 3rd bullpen sessio.... Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw his third bullpen session since elbow surgery, with manager A.J. Hinch calling it a "great step." His return is still to be determined.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48836721/tiger...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Skubal's return still TBD after 3rd bullpen sessio.... Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw his third bullpen session since elbow surgery, with manager A.J. Hinch calling it a "great step." His return is still to be determined.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48836721/tiger...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Ohtani's 'superstar' night: leadoff HR, 5 scoreles.... Shohei Ohtani returned to the lineup on his start day, hitting a leadoff home run then pitching five scoreless innings in the Dodgers' win over the Padres.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48832771/ohtan...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Ohtani's 'superstar' night: leadoff HR, 5 scoreles.... Shohei Ohtani returned to the lineup on his start day, hitting a leadoff home run then pitching five scoreless innings in the Dodgers' win over the Padres.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48832771/ohtan...
Ronald Acuna (OF - ATL)
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Braves' Acuna leaves game with pain in thumb. Braves manager Walt Weiss said he thinks Ronald Acuna will be fine after the star outfielder left Thursday's game in the sixth inning with a bone bruise in his left thumb.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48839757/brave...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Braves' Acuna leaves game with pain in thumb. Braves manager Walt Weiss said he thinks Ronald Acuna will be fine after the star outfielder left Thursday's game in the sixth inning with a bone bruise in his left thumb.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48839757/brave...
Denzel Clarke (OF - Ath)
5/22/26 9:27 AM - A's Clarke out until at least July due to hamstrin.... Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke suffered a "significant left hamstring strain" and will be out until at least after the All-Star break in July.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48839205/athle...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - A's Clarke out until at least July due to hamstrin.... Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke suffered a "significant left hamstring strain" and will be out until at least after the All-Star break in July.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48839205/athle...
Robby Snelling (P - MIA)
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Marlins prospect Snelling to undergo TJ surgery. Marlins prospect Robby Snelling, injured after his major league debut, will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery to repair the UCL in his left elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48837965/marli...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Marlins prospect Snelling to undergo TJ surgery. Marlins prospect Robby Snelling, injured after his major league debut, will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery to repair the UCL in his left elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48837965/marli...
Bo Bichette (SS - NYM)
5/22/26 8:37 AM - Last Night In Baseball: Pirates Win Series Against Cardinals In St. Louis. The Pirates took a series against the Cardinals, Bo Bichette is heating up, Michael Harris II has become a star, the D-backs had another walk off and more from Thursday's MLB action.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/pirates-card...
5/22/26 8:37 AM - Last Night In Baseball: Pirates Win Series Against Cardinals In St. Louis. The Pirates took a series against the Cardinals, Bo Bichette is heating up, Michael Harris II has become a star, the D-backs had another walk off and more from Thursday's MLB action.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/pirates-card...
Fernando Tatis (OF - SD)
5/22/26 7:59 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Frustrating season for Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. continues as A's await. Deadspin | Frustrating season for Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. continues as A's await
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5/22/26 7:59 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Frustrating season for Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. continues as A's await. Deadspin | Frustrating season for Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. continues as A's await
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Corbin Carroll (OF - AZ)
5/22/26 6:00 AM - Corbin Carroll lines RBI single in 9th, Diamondbacks knock off Rockies 2-1 for 5th straight win. The Arizona Diamondbacks extended their winning streak to five games with a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/corbin-carr...
5/22/26 6:00 AM - Corbin Carroll lines RBI single in 9th, Diamondbacks knock off Rockies 2-1 for 5th straight win. The Arizona Diamondbacks extended their winning streak to five games with a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/corbin-carr...
Nick Kurtz (1B - Ath)
5/22/26 4:07 AM - [ClutchPoints] - Nick Kurtz closing in on Mark McGwire in Athletics history with lengthy on-base streak. The Athletics continued their recent run of comeback victories on Thursday, rallying past the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 in 10 innings at Angel Stadium while rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz moved closer to franchise history with another game reaching base. Kurtz finished with an RBI single in the sixth inning and extended his on-base streak […] The post appeared first on .
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5/22/26 4:07 AM - [ClutchPoints] - Nick Kurtz closing in on Mark McGwire in Athletics history with lengthy on-base streak. The Athletics continued their recent run of comeback victories on Thursday, rallying past the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 in 10 innings at Angel Stadium while rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz moved closer to franchise history with another game reaching base. Kurtz finished with an RBI single in the sixth inning and extended his on-base streak […] The post appeared first on .
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Luis Severino (P - Ath)
5/22/26 3:26 AM - [Locked On A's] - EDGE OF SEAT: Athletics Outlast Angels—Luis Severino SHINES, Mark Leiter Jr. Escapes. Athletics snag a gritty extra-innings win over the Los Angeles Angels, thanks to a lights-out performance from Luis Severino and clutch hits by Nick Kurtz an...
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5/22/26 3:26 AM - [Locked On A's] - EDGE OF SEAT: Athletics Outlast Angels—Luis Severino SHINES, Mark Leiter Jr. Escapes. Athletics snag a gritty extra-innings win over the Los Angeles Angels, thanks to a lights-out performance from Luis Severino and clutch hits by Nick Kurtz an...
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Nick Kurtz (1B - Ath)
5/22/26 2:06 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Nick Kurtz comes through again as A's take set from Angels. Deadspin | Nick Kurtz comes through again as A's take set from Angels
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5/22/26 2:06 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Nick Kurtz comes through again as A's take set from Angels. Deadspin | Nick Kurtz comes through again as A's take set from Angels
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