The Phillies are back. They have not played since July 26 because of concerns about a COVID-19 outbreak, but on Monday night at 7:05 ET on MLB.TV, they will open a four-game home-and-home series against the Yankees. Phillies right-hander Jake Arrieta will make his 2020 debut in the series opener at Yankee Stadium, going up against ace Gerrit Cole. … [Read more...] about Arrieta up first as Phils return to action in NY
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How did the Sixers let T.J. Warren score 53 points?
The Sixers let T.J. Warren score 53 points in their first game of the Orlando restart. How did it happen, and what needs to be fixed? … [Read more...] about How did the Sixers let T.J. Warren score 53 points?
Dodgers Option Tony Gonsolin, Recall Mitch White
The Dodgers have made a change to their pitching staff, optioning right-hander Tony Gonsolin and recalling Mitch White from the team’s alternate training site, as reported by J.P. Hoornstra of the Orange County Register. White is poised to make his Major League debut. White, a 25-year-old right-hander and former second-round selection, will likely get his first crack at the … [Read more...] about Dodgers Option Tony Gonsolin, Recall Mitch White
Lorenzo Cain Opts Out Of 2020 Season
Brewers center fielder Lorenzo Cain has opted out of the rest of the 2020 season, according to a team press release. President of baseball operations David Stearns commented on the situation in the release, saying “Lorenzo Cain has informed us that he will not participate for the remainder of the 2020 season. We fully support Lorenzo’s decision, and will miss his talents on … [Read more...] about Lorenzo Cain Opts Out Of 2020 Season
White Sox Place Tim Anderson On IL, Promote Yermin Mercedes
The White Sox have placed shortstop Tim Anderson on the 10-day injured list with a strained right groin, according to James Fegan of The Athletic. In turn, they’ve recalled catcher Yermin Mercedes to fill Anderson’s roster spot. It will be Mercedes’s first foray in the Majors after nearly a decade in pro ball. Anderson, 27, is the reigning American League batting champion, and … [Read more...] about White Sox Place Tim Anderson On IL, Promote Yermin Mercedes
Yankees Activate Masahiro Tanaka, Designate Chris Iannetta
The Yankees announced today that they have reinstated pitcher Masahiro Tanaka from the injured list and designated catcher Chris Iannetta for assignment. Tanaka is set to make his season debut after a scary injury suffered in early July, when he suffered a mild concussion after a Giancarlo Stanton line drive struck him in the head. Tanaka will be thrust into the middle of the … [Read more...] about Yankees Activate Masahiro Tanaka, Designate Chris Iannetta