MLB Injuries - Page 37

The Houston Astros lost to the Seattle Mariners on Monday night, keeping the American League West in the balance. Designated hitter Yordan Alvarez did not play in the game with a knee injury, raising fans’ concern levels. Less than 48 hours after the injury, Alvarez is already reporting progress, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. […]

While the Boston Red Sox didn’t have a great season, their closer was splendid once again. Right-handed hurler Kenley Jansen’s season officially ended on Monday due to injury, however. Boston put Jansen on the 15-day IL, via the team’s social media. “The Red Sox today placed RHP Kenley Jansen on the 15-Day Injured List with […]

Houston Astros superstar Yordan Alvarez left Sunday’s 9-8 loss to the Los Angeles Angels after sliding hard into second base in the third inning with what the team described as a “knee contusion.” The Astros got some more clarity on how serious Alvarez’ injury is ahead of Monday’s game against the Seattle Mariners. Manager Joe […]

As the New York Mets intensify their push for a playoff spot, all-star shortstop Francisco Lindor has opened up about the painful reality of his back injury. With the regular season drawing to a close and the Mets clinging to a narrow lead for the final NL Wild Card position, Lindor’s health has become a […]

The New York Mets have put together a magical August and September to enter the race for the playoffs. Their ace, Kodai Senga, has pitched only one game this season as he deals with various injuries. They hoped to get him back during the regular season, but got tough news on Sunday, per ESPN. “Mets […]

The Texas Rangers have not had the 2024 season they hoped for. After winning the 2023 World Series, Texas sits at just third place in the American League East in late September. The team’s woes deepened with a critical injury update on starting pitcher Max Scherzer before their matchup against the Seattle Mariners. The Rangers […]

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Austin Hays is nearing a return to the team after spending time on the injured list due to a kidney infection. Hays is set to begin a two-game rehab stint with Triple-A Lehigh Valley, where he will serve as the designated hitter on Saturday and play left field in the IronPigs’ season […]

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene is expected to take the mound on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, per the Cincinnati Enquirer. The pitcher has been on the injured list with a sore elbow. Greene is expected to be on a pitch count, per Sports Illustrated, so it will be interesting to see how well the […]

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor opened up about his back injury and the steps he’s taking to return to the lineup, including receiving a facet shot to address the lingering issue. The injection, which combines anesthetic and steroids targeting the spine’s facet joints, has provided relief and reduced inflammation. Lindor admitted the recovery process […]

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager is revealing his feelings on suffering a season-ending injury. The infielder says he’s not happy that his 2024 campaign came to an end so early, after suffering a hernia. He had a medical procedure to correct the issue. “I feel good, it’s good to be on the other end of […]

New York Yankees fans fall more in love with Juan Soto by each passing day. The All-Star right fielder is putting the finishing touches on the best 162-game season of his career (.286 batting average, 40 home runs, .575 slugging and .993 OPS). It is not just Soto’s top-notch power and plate discipline that is […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing for the playoffs at the moment. However, LA will need to move forward without starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow. Jack Harris of The Los Angeles Times reports that it is indeed a “season-ending” injury for the hurler. Glasnow revealed that the injury is an elbow sprain. So when did Glasnow […]

The New York Mets’ starting rotation may receive a crucial reinforcement before the 2024 MLB playoffs. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, starting pitcher Kodai Senga is expected to start on Saturday in Triple-A. He is expected to have a 35-pitch limit in the rehab start. It was previously revealed that Senga could make a […]

The Atlanta Braves (83-70) survived injuries and offensive slumps for much of the season, but the molten-hot New York Mets (85-68) finally exploited those weaknesses and leaped above their National League East rival this summer. Manager Brian Snitker is doing everything he can to keep this team’s heart pumping in the final stretch of the […]

The New York Yankees lost the the Seattle Mariners 3-2 on Thursday, but the final score was the last thing on Yankees fans minds. Instead, everyone was focused on how superstar outfielder Juan Soto, who is in the midst of a career-year in his first season with the Yankees, was feeling after a scary moment […]

With their 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday, the Cleveland Guardians are officially back in the playoffs. Now the question is when will All-Star outfielder Steven Kwan return from injury? Kwan gave an encouraging update, via Bally Sports Cleveland. Relishing the good vibes in the clubhouse despite being injured, Steven Kwan says "it […]

The New York Yankees are a victory away from reaching a 90-win season. While they are on par to get on a hot streak before the regular season concludes, the Seattle Mariners made life difficult for them in their last game in the series. Aaron Boone found it hard to scheme around Dan Wilson’s rotation. […]

The Baltimore Orioles have lost nine of their last 13 games and have been slumping as the regular season comes to a close. Luckily for them, reinforcements could be on the way as they approach the postseason. All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg, who fractured his hand after getting hit by a pitch on July 31 against […]

The New York Mets are hosting the Philadelphia Phillies for a very important four-game series. The Mets want to retain their standing in the postseason race while the Phillies try to clinch the National League East title. There is a major question to be answered before the series begins at Citi Field: is Francisco Lindor […]

The Atlanta Braves have been ravaged by injuries this season, but they could be getting star second baseman Ozzie Albies back soon, and reports indicate that the team expects him back on Friday against the Miami Marlins. “After going 2-for-3 with a three-run homer and a walk while playing for Triple-A Gwinnett in Jacksonville (Fla.) […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have not had the success they hoped deep into the 2024 season. At 72-80, The Blue Jays are last in the American League East. Their woes worsened on Thursday, given a crucial injury update on shortstop Bo Bichette. The Blue Jays have placed Bichette on the 10-day injured list with a […]

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga is hoping to get in a Triple-A game this weekend with the hope of potentially returning next week, but he stressed that he will not do it unless he is 100%, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. “I’ve been working my tail off,” Kodai Senga said, via DiComo. “I […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up for the MLB playoffs. However, their primary focus at the moment is holding onto the National League West. LA currently has just a 3.5-game lead over the San Diego Padres in the division. Pitching injuries have been the Dodgers’ biggest struggle in 2024, but two updates were revealed […]

The New York Mets will be without one of their young starters for the remainder of 2024 and all of the 2025 season. Right-hander Christian Scott is set to undergo Tommy John surgery next week as announced by his agent, per SNY. Scott, a fifth-round pick in 2021, was called up to the show in […]

The Houston Astros received some unfortunate injury news ahead of Tuesday’s game against the San Diego Padres. Outfielder Ben Gamel, who was recently claimed off waivers from the New York Mets, was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left fibula fracture according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. In a corresponding move, the Astros […]

After news broke that the Los Angeles Dodgers would be without one of their top starting pitchers, Tyler Glasnow, for the rest of the season, things were looking bleak in the Dodgers rotation. However, manager Dave Roberts provided some hope on Tuesday about another injured Dodger making a surprising return. Roberts said that there will […]

The Cleveland Guardians are in the midst of a big series against the Minnesota Twins. They will finish it without one of their best hitters. Steven Kwan has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a back injury, according to Mandy Bell from MLB.com. “The Guardians have called up Myles Straw,” Bell posted on […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have had a rough year, and some hard decisions will be made this off-season as the organization charts a path forward. One of those decisions will be what to do with shortstop Bo Bichette, who’s coming back from injury Tuesday night. Toronto activated shortstop Bo Bichette, in addition to other roster […]

The Atlanta Braves have slipped to third place in the National League East as injuries continue to pile up. Fortunately, they are still in the playoff race and second baseman Ozzie Albies is working his way back from a wrist fracture. Ahead of their series against the Cincinnati Reds, the Braves announced that Albies will […]

Los Angeles Dodgers have placed backup catcher Austin Barnes on the injured list with a fractured left big toe, the team announced on Monday. LA has recalled catcher Hunter Feduccia to replace him. Barnes exited the Dodgers’ 9-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday in the fifth inning and manager Dave Roberts did not […]

One day after leaving the Mets’ game Sunday against the Phillies with back discomfort, shortstop Francisco Lindor is out of the New York lineup Monday night. Jose Iglesias will lead off and play shortstop for the Mets against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. The issue cropped back up in the first inning of the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitching staff just got weaker. Right-handed star Tyler Glasnow, who was in the midst of a stellar season, is down for the count. Glasnow is unlikely to return this season, via The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya. “Tyler Glasnow has a ‘sprained elbow,’ [Dodgers manager] Dave Roberts said. His return this season is ‘highly […]

The New York Yankees are fighting for first place in the American League East. They currently hold a respectable three-game lead over the Baltimore Orioles in the division. According to manager Aaron Boone, New York may receive two necessary bullpen reinforcements soon, per Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. “More bullpen help coming for Yankees? RHP Cody […]

New York Mets superstar shortstop and National League MVP candidate Francisco Lindor left Friday’s 11-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies due to lower-back soreness. In order to have some more middle-infield depth while Lindor is hobbled, the Mets called up someone who’s name baseball fans will immediately recognize. The Mets are promoting Luisangel Acuna from […]

The New York Mets won Friday’s matchup 11-3 over the Philadelphia Phillies. It was an important victory for the residents of Citi Field, who cut the Phillies’ lead to seven games in the NL East. The Mets currently reside in second place, but a sweep of Philadelphia would help cut their deficit to five games. […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has not pitched all season after tearing a ligament in his elbow last August with the Los Angeles Angels and undergoing surgery last September. While the Dodgers had initially shut down any plans for Ohtani to potentially pitch during the 2024 season so he could focus on his hitting, […]

The Texas Rangers are going to get a huge boost when Jacob deGrom makes his season debut on Friday. DeGrom has not pitched in the Major Leagues since April 28, 2023 after injuring his elbow and undergoing Tommy John surgery and is looking to show that he can still be one of the best pitchers […]

The Cleveland Guardians placed starting pitcher Alex Cobb on the 15-day IL with a blister, per Tom Withers of the AP. Right-handed pitcher Alex Walters was promoted to the big league club in a corresponding move, per Withers as well. The Cobb move is retroactive to September 9, according to Al Pawlowski of Guardians Live. […]

The Houston Astros will try to break a three-game slide Thursday. They’ll do so without Jose Altuve. Houston’s All-Star second baseman was held out of the lineup less than 24 hours after being removed from Wednesday’s game in the fifth inning due to right-side discomfort. Altuve was looked at by a trainer and Astros manager […]