The injuries just keep on coming for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Manager Dave Roberts just announced that right-handed reliever Evan Phillips will have Tommy John surgery and will miss the remainder of the season. The one-time Dodger closer was on the injured list to begin the season. He resumed his high-leverage role in the bullpen briefly, only to be placed back on the IL a … [Read more...] about Dodgers Reliever Evan Phillips to Have Tommy John Surgery; Out for the Season
Ryan Ritter Making Strong Case For Call-Up to Rockies
Albuquerque Isotopes infielder Ryan Ritter has been one of the best players in Triple-A this month. His torrid stretch gives him a strong case for a call-up to the major leagues this season. Ritter isn’t even in the Colorado Rockies’ top ten prospects, per MLB.com, checking in at No. 12 on the list. But he is putting his head down and lighting up the Pacific Coast League … [Read more...] about Ryan Ritter Making Strong Case For Call-Up to Rockies
Report: Mariners Prospect Cole Young Set to Join Big-League Club This Weekend
SEATTLE — The Seattle Mariners are calling up their No. 3 prospect, Cole Young, to the majors, a source confirmed to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. The 21-year-old infielder will join the big-league club this weekend, marking a significant step for the organization’s top position player prospect. The #Mariners are calling up their No. 3 prospect Cole Young this weekend for what … [Read more...] about Report: Mariners Prospect Cole Young Set to Join Big-League Club This Weekend
Dodgers Acquire Reliever Alexis Díaz from Reds to Bolster Bullpen Depth
The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Thursday that they traded for right-handed reliever Alexis Díaz from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for 2024 draft pick pitcher Mike Villani. Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic further reports that Diaz will most likely report to Triple-A Oklahoma City. Right-handed reliever Evan Phillips is headed to the 60-day injured list to clear a spot on the … [Read more...] about Dodgers Acquire Reliever Alexis Díaz from Reds to Bolster Bullpen Depth
Phillies Should Consider Optioning Utility Player Weston Wilson
The Philadelphia Phillies need to consider optioning utility player Weston Wilson to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Wilson had an oblique strain that caused him to miss most of spring training and the first month or so of the regular season. However, he has since returned from the injured list and struggled. Wilson has been platooning in left field with Max Kepler since his return. … [Read more...] about Phillies Should Consider Optioning Utility Player Weston Wilson