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Rangers Claim Dairon Blanco off Waivers; Jordan Montgomery Moved to 60-Day IL
The Texas Rangers added outfielder Dairon Blanco via a waiver claim on Sunday while shifting lefty Jordan Montgomery to the 60-day injured list.
Cubs Relievers Porter Hodge and Jordan Wicks to Open Season on Injured List
Manager Craig Counsell confirmed that Porter Hodge and Jordan Wicks will start the season on the Cubs injured list due to arm ailments.
Astros All-Star Jeremy Peña Sidelined by Finger Fracture Ahead of Opening Day
Jeremy Peña is recovering from a fractured right ring finger sustained during a pre-WBC exhibition game for the Dominican Republic.
Jeremy Peña Injury: Astros Shortstop Evaluated for Right Ring Finger Damage
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña is consulting a hand specialist after sustaining damage to his right ring finger during a Wednesday exhibition game.
Marlins Top Prospect Thomas White Sidelined 3-4 Weeks With Oblique Strain
Miami Marlins pitching prospect Thomas White is expected to miss three to four weeks after suffering a right oblique strain during a Thursday outing against Toronto.
Rangers Prospect Sebastian Walcott Out 5-6 Months After Right Elbow Surgery
Texas Rangers shortstop Sebastian Walcott, the No. 5 prospect in baseball, is expected to miss five to six months following an internal brace procedure.
Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada to Minor League Deal Following Westburg Injury
The Baltimore Orioles signed 30-year-old Thairo Estrada to a minor league contract with a spring training invitation to address depth needs.
Joe Ryan Back Injury: MRI Confirms Inflammation for Minnesota Twins Ace
Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan underwent medical imaging revealing lower back inflammation after being scratched from his scheduled Saturday spring training start.
Yuki Matsui Injury: Padres Reliever Exits Practice With Left Groin Tightness
San Diego Padres reliever Yuki Matsui left a Thursday batting practice session early due to left groin tightness, putting his World Baseball Classic status in jeopardy.
Gerrit Cole Hits 96.9 MPH in First Live Session Since Tommy John Surgery
New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole threw 20 pitches of batting practice on Friday, hitting a maximum velocity of 96.9 mph.
Twins Ace Pablo Lopez to Undergo Season-Ending Tommy John Surgery for Torn UCL
Minnesota right-hander Pablo Lopez will miss the 2025 season after being diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament following a shortened bullpen session.
Jordan Westburg Sidelined Until May with Partial Ligament Tear in Right Elbow
Baltimore Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg will miss the start of the season due to a partial ligament tear in his right elbow.
Francisco Lindor Backs Steve Cohen’s No-Captain Rule Amid Hand Surgery Rehab
Francisco Lindor supports Steve Cohen's decision to forgo a team captain as the shortstop recovers from a February 11 hamate bone surgery.
Jordan Westburg 'Physically Unable' to Start Spring Training for Orioles
Baltimore Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg is currently sidelined from spring training activities due to a right oblique injury and a new elbow issue.
Brusdar Graterol to Miss Opening Day After $2.8 Million Deal and Labrum Surgery
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Brusdar Graterol will not be on the active roster for the season opener following a November 2024 surgery for a torn labrum.
Twins Ace Pablo Lopez Diagnosed with Significant UCL Tear in Right Elbow
Minnesota Twins right-hander Pablo Lopez likely faces season-ending Tommy John surgery after a significant UCL tear was discovered following a Monday bullpen session.
Aaron Judge Offseason: MVP Hits .331 and Recovers from 67.9 MPH Throwing Injury
Aaron Judge enters spring training healthy after a season where he hit 53 homers and led the majors with a 1.144 OPS.
Edwin Diaz Commits to 2026 World Baseball Classic Following Recovery
New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz has officially announced his intention to pitch in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, dismissing concerns regarding his previous season-ending knee injury.
Gerrit Cole Feels 'Good,' Eyes Grapefruit League Return Before Spring Ends
New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole confirmed on Friday that he may pitch in Grapefruit League games following Tommy John surgery.
Josh Hader Resumes Throwing After Biceps Tendinitis Sidelined Astros Closer
Six-time All-Star Josh Hader played catch Friday in West Palm Beach following a setback involving biceps tendinitis during his fourth offseason bullpen session.
Cam Schlittler Sidelined by Back Inflammation After 2.96 ERA Rookie Season
Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler is skipping bullpen sessions due to back and lat issues after posting a 4-3 record and 84 strikeouts last season.
Francisco Lindor to Undergo Surgery for Left Hamate Bone Stress Reaction
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is expected to miss six weeks after opting for surgery to repair a stress reaction in his left hamate bone.
Corbin Carroll Surgery Set for Wednesday After Hamate Bone Fracture
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll will undergo hand surgery this Wednesday after breaking the hamate bone in his right hand.
Jackson Holliday Surgery Scheduled for Thursday; Orioles Star to Miss Opening Day
Baltimore second baseman Jackson Holliday will undergo a procedure on his right hand this Thursday, forcing him to miss the start of the regular season.