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| Joel Pineiro recorded his first win since April 29th against the Phillies on Tuesday. He went 6.1 shoutout innings, allowing five hits and three walks. He struck out three. |
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| The Washington Times reports that Ryan Zimmerman took batting practice on the field Tuesday for the first time since late May. |
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| Roy Oswalt, P, Houston Astros | Tuesday 7/8, 8:19 PM CT |
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| MLB.com reports that Roy Oswalt had a relatively successful mound session on Tuesday, as he tested his left hip one last time before making his Friday start. |
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| Alou told the Norwich (Conn.) Bulletin, "There's a pretty good chance I might be (playing for the Mets) Friday. There's a chance I may wait until after the All-Star break, but my goal is to be back in New York this weekend."
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| Francisco Liriano is 6-0 with a 3.37 ERA and a 45:9 K:BB ratio over 42.2 innings since June 1. "It's a great feeling now because everything is working," Liriano told the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle. "I think I'm close to where I need to be. I just need to continue doing what I'm doing right now." |
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| According to MLB.com, Michael Cuddyer is eligible to return to action on Sunday but a return then seems highly unlikely. He isn't even close to being sent down on a rehab assignment, so a target date for his return is not yet available.
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| Joe Thatcher will take Brett Tomko's place in the Padres bullpen. This is the fourth time this season he has been called up. |
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| Chip Ambres, LF, San Diego Padres | Tuesday 7/8, 7:54 PM CT |
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| Chip Ambres was quickly recalled from Triple-A Portland and got the start in right field for Brian Giles on Tuesday night. |
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| Paul McAnulty cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Portland. |
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| Carlos Guevara was sent to Triple-A Portland. |
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| Pitching coach Dave Duncan and GM John Mozeliak both said that it is possible that Chris Carpenter could be back in the rotation by August 1. |
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| Brett Tomko, P, San Diego Padres | Tuesday 7/8, 7:44 PM CT |
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| Brett Tomko has been placed on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to July 1, with a right elbow strain.
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| Hideki Matsui took 45 swings off a tee Tuesday, and he reported nothing negative after the session. "I felt pretty good," Matsui said through a team spokesman. "No pain. I hope to keep going in a positive direction." Still, Yankees manager Joe Girardi can't rule out the possibility of surgery, according to MLB.com.
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| Dallas Braden was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento. |
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| Eric Hurley has been placed on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 30. |
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| Mike Sweeney was transferred to the 60-day disabled list. |
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| Bobby Jenks, P, Chicago White Sox | Tuesday 7/8, 7:04 PM CT |
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| The Chicago Tribune reports that White Sox closer Bobby Jenks is headed to the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to June 30, as a precautionary measure.
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| The AP reports that Edgar Gonzalez has decided against surgery and could rejoin the Diamondbacks in September. |
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| Jason Giambi, trying to shore up the final spot on the All-Star team, was held out of Tuesday night's lineup in favor of Wilson Betemit. |
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| Casey Kotchman is not in tonight's starting lineup after playing 16 straight games. |
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| Eric Byrnes, LF, Arizona Diamondbacks | Tuesday 7/8, 6:40 PM CT |
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| The Arizona Republic reports that Diamondbacks manager Bob Melvin said he does not expect left fielder Eric Byrnes to return. He's been on the DL with a strained left hamstring since July 1.
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| Josh Donaldson was sent to Oakland from Chicago as part of the Rich Harden deal. |
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| The Cleveland Indians transferred Scott Elarton to the 15-day disabled list with a non-baseball medical condition. |
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| To take Adam Loewen’s roster spot (DL), the Orioles recalled right-hander Alberto Castillo from Triple-A Norfolk.
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| Eric Patterson was dealt to the Oakland A's on Tuesday as part of the Rich Harden trade. |
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| Phil Hughes, P, New York Yankees | Tuesday 7/8, 5:58 PM CT |
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| Phil Hughes, who has begun the initial steps in his rehab, may not start again until September, according to Newsday. |
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| Chad Gaudin was sent to the Chicago Cubs as part of the Rich Harden trade. |
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| Matt Murton, LF, Oakland Athletics | Tuesday 7/8, 5:51 PM CT |
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| Matt Murton was sent to Oakland as part of the Rich Harden trade. |
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| Sean Gallagher was sent to Oakland as part of the Rich Harden trade. He was 3-4 with a 4.45 ERA for the Cubs this season. |
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| Rich Harden has been traded to the Chicago Cubs for Matt Murton, Sean Gallagher, Eric Patterson and Josh Donaldson.
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| Michael Ballard will be called up to start for the Rangers on Wednesday against the Angels, according to the Dallas Morning News. |
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| Brian Myrow, 1B, San Diego Padres | Tuesday 7/8, 5:24 PM CT |
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| The Padres will recall Brian Myrow in hopes of igniting their putrid offense, according to MLB.com. |
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| Terry Francona is pleased with David Ortiz's progress in his return from a wrist injury, according to the Boston Globe. Ortiz will continue to take batting practice throughout the week. |
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| Jeff Baker, 2B, Colorado Rockies | Tuesday 7/8, 4:59 PM CT |
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| Jeff Baker underwent an MRI on Tuesday on his wrist. |
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| Adam Loewen, P, Baltimore Orioles | Tuesday 7/8, 4:48 PM CT |
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| Adam Loewen has been placed on the 15-day disabled list again after re-aggravating a stress fracture in his pitching elbow. |
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| Jayson Nix, 2B, Colorado Rockies | Tuesday 7/8, 4:36 PM CT |
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| Jayson Nix was recalled from Triple-A Colorado Springs on Tuesday to provide infield depth now that Jeff Baker is banged up. |
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| In 50 games at Citizen's Bank Ballpark, Albert Pujols has hit .380, reached base at a .421 clip and slugged an even 1.000. He has a home run in every 5 ½ at-bats there, for a total of nine.
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| Julian Tavarez joined his third team of the season on Tuesday when he was signed by the Atlanta Braves. |
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| Elijah Dukes, RF, Washington Nationals | Tuesday 7/8, 4:20 PM CT |
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| Elijah Dukes was officially placed on the 15-day disabled list with a knee injury. |
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| According to Ed Coleman, during his appearance on WFAN, the Mets have placed OF Ryan Church on the 15-day disabled list due to consistent migraines.
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| Updating a previous report, Matt Treanor has officially been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained lower abdomen. |
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| Grady Sizemore will become the first Cleveland Indian to participate in the State Farm Home Run Derby since 1998 when Jim Thome performed. |
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| Jason Varitek is not in Tuesday's starting lineup, according to the Providence Journal. Kevin Cash will start in his place. |
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| J.C. Romero, P, Philadelphia Phillies | Tuesday 7/8, 3:39 PM CT |
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| J.C. Romero continues to battle his sore groin, according to the Philadelphia Daily News. Romero originally tweaked the muscle during an appearance in Atlanta on June 7, and the ailment continues to nag him, but not to a point where it has kept him from taking the mound. He said, "It's there, you know, but it's nothing where I can't really do my job. It's not going to keep me from pitching. But let's say I'm looking forward to four days off at the All-Star break. I'll tell you that much."
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| Joe Saunders is expected to make his start tonight at Texas, according to the OC Register. His pregnant wife is due for delivery, but Saunders said everything is still on hold. The baby can be born any day now, and Saunders said, "If it comes, I'm out of here." |
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| Mike Napoli, C, Los Angeles Angels | Tuesday 7/8, 3:07 PM CT |
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| Mike Napoli underwent an MRI on Monday which confirmed he is suffering from shoulder irritation, according to the OC Register. Skipper Mike Sciosca said, "It’s more of a relief than anything. There’s a lot of things that can happen with a shoulder and that’s an area you need to do a lot of things. We’re relieved. Once the inflammation comes out of there and he gets some strength back in that shoulder, he should be able to get back with us and we’re going to need him."
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| David DeJesus credits his change in workout routine for his surge in production this season, according to the Kansas City Star. His batting average has dropped over the last two seasons, but he is currently hitting .316 over 74 games in 2008. He said, "I get up now, eat my breakfast and go to the gym. I think that’s the key. I’m going to the gym earlier in the day and then take a nap to recover. When the game starts, I feel lighter out there. I feel like I’ve got more energy. I feel stronger out there. I’m feeling as strong out there as I’ve felt throughout any year of my career."
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| Dontrelle Willis received good news on Tuesday as his MRI results revealed that he is merely suffering from tendinitis in his right knee, according to the AP.
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| Manager Jim Riggleman has been impressed with Ryan Rowland-Smith over his two starts, and stated that a decision will be made whether to use him mainly in relief or to convert him to a starting pitcher in the rotation, according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Riggleman said, "A left-hander who can throw hard is something you always like to have in the rotation. He's making it a tough decision." |
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| Erik Bedard, P, Seattle Mariners | Tuesday 7/8, 2:18 PM CT |
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| Erik Bedard could return to the rotation as soon as Saturday, but the club will wait until he throws more in the next couple of days before making a final decision, according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. He is dealing with tightness in his left shoulder. |
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| Miguel Batista is officially slated to start on Wednesday in place of Erik Bedard, according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Manager Jim Riggleman said, "The way Miguel aired it out against the Tigers in relief, that's why I want to see him back in the rotation. He was throwing hard and with location. Now we might not see exactly that, not when he's going to try to pitch deep into the game, but as long as he's in command of the strike zone, that's what we want."
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| The Mariners initially believed Felix Hernandez would return to the rotation on Thursday in the final game of the series against Oakland, but he is now being pushed back to start Friday against Kansas City, according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Manager Jim Riggleman said, "We just wanted to get Felix to where we were sure he was comfortable."
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| Pablo Ozuna, 3B, Chicago White Sox | Tuesday 7/8, 1:51 PM CT |
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| Pablo Ozuna has been designated for assignment by the Sox, according to the Sports Network. The team activated Paul Konerko from the DL, and Ozuna was viewed as expendable to make room on the roster. |
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| Paul Konerko has been activated from the DL following his bout with an oblique strain, according to the Sports Network. To make room for him on the roster, the Sox designated infielder Pablo Ozuna for assignment. |
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| Power-hitting prospect Matt LaPorta is moving to left field, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer. He will report to Double-A Akron following his acquisition from the Brewers. |
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| As expected, Eugenio Velez has been recalled from Triple-A Fresno, according to the Miami Herald. The team optioned Brian Horwitz as an adjoining move. |
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| Akinori Iwamura extended his hitting streak to 11 games on Monday with a double off the center field wall against the Royals, according to the Tampa Tribune. |
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| Manager Joe Maddon commented that Troy Percival seems to be doing well in his recovery from his left hamstring strain, according to the Tampa Tribune. Maddon said he is doing laps around the training room. |
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| Al Reyes, P, Tampa Bay Rays | Tuesday 7/8, 12:17 PM CT |
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| Al Reyes, who is recovering from right shoulder tendinitis, will begin a throwing program Tuesday with Single-A Vero Beach, according to the Tampa Tribune. Reyes will pitch Tuesday and Thursday before making back-to-back appearances on the weekend. |
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| Moises Alou is expected to make one or two minor-league rehab assignments this week but most likely won't rejoin the Mets before the All-Star break, according to the NY Post. |
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| The Mets still expect Ryan Church to return to the Mets' lineup this month, despite sending him home yesterday for further neurological tests by a second team doctor, according to the NY Post. GM Omar Minaya said Church isn't likely to go on the DL again because both the outfielder and the team feel Church's current dizziness is related to migraine headaches and not his two concussions this season.
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| Brett Myers, P, Philadelphia Phillies | Tuesday 7/8, 10:49 AM CT |
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| Brett Myers was solid in his Triple-A outing on Monday, according to the Philadelphia Daily News. He allowed two earned runs over 7.1 innings with six strikeouts, and said, "I really felt good out there tonight. My location was a lot better than my last outing. I thought I threw the ball well and I threw 65 to 70 percent fastballs."
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| Brian Moehler was dealing with a case of pink eye on Monday, according to the Houston Chronicle. Moehler said, "I woke up with it Sunday, and my wife knew right away it was pink eye. My kids get it a lot. Everybody just has to wash their hands a lot."
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| Michael Bourn did not start on Monday for the third time in four games, according to the Houston Chronicle. Darin Erstad took his place and manager Cecil Cooper said, "We'll go with the veteran Erstad, and we don't lose anything defensively. This guy is a Gold Glover, and he's ready to go every day."
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| Jarrod Saltalamacchia did not start on Monday due to a groin ailment, but could return to the lineup today, according to the Dallas Morning News. |
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| Gerald Laird, who is recovering from a strained left hamstring, took some swings in the batting cage on Monday, according to the Dallas Morning News. |
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| Hank Blalock took some swings in the batting cage for the first time in more than a week on Monday, and felt good, according to the Dallas Morning News. |
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| Vicente Padilla, who is battling a bruised right thumb and neck strain, has been scratched from his scheduled start on Wednesday, according to the Dallas Morning News. |
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| Brian Giles, RF, San Diego Padres | Tuesday 7/8, 9:22 AM CT |
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| Brian Giles missed his second-straight start on Monday due to his hamstring ailment, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. |
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| Ramon Santiago has officially been activated from the 15-day DL, according to the Detroit News. He has recovered from a separated left shoulder. Michael Hollimon was optioned to Triple-A Toledo as the adjoining move. |
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| As expected, Brandon Inge began his minor league rehab assignment at Triple-A Toledo on Monday, while he recovers from a pulled left oblique, according to the Detroit News. |
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| It is becoming more likely that Kelvim Escobar will undergo season ending shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum, according to the LA Times. Escobar worked to strengthen his shoulder and made two starts in the minor leagues, but the last time he picked up a ball he was unable to complete 10 throws because of discomfort. Manager Mike Sciosca said, "It will be Escobar's decision and we're going to support it. It's a little disappointing. He's worked very hard to get to this point. But if surgery's the only thing that's going to get him back to where he needs to be, then it's obviously something he's going to need to look at."
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| Matt Clement cleared waivers Monday morning, and the Cardinals immediately optioned him to Triple-A Memphis, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. |
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| Chris Carpenter threw a short simulated game Monday, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. It was his second competitive appearance in such conditions since elbow tenderness slowed his return from surgery. Carpenter threw around 60 pitches at the Cardinals' training complex in Jupiter, Florida, and GM John Mozeliak stated that "his intensity was way up." |
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| Adam Wainwright's ruptured ligament in his right middle finger has healed well enough to begin a throwing program this week, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Wainwright will start a light throwing program on Wednesday and could move on to more aggressive workouts when the team returns from the All-Star break.
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| Jack Wilson, SS, Pittsburgh Pirates | Tuesday 7/8, 8:19 AM CT |
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| There has been speculation swirling that several teams were interested in acquiring Jack Wilson, but the Pirates stated that they expect to keep the shortstop beyond the trade deadline, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. |
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| Freddy Sanchez rode the pine for the third time in five games on Monday, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Luis Rivas took his place in the lineup. |
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| Outfielder Steve Pearce has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He was sent down to make room for Ian Snell, who returned from the DL to start tonight. |
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| Ian Snell, P, Pittsburgh Pirates | Tuesday 7/8, 7:58 AM CT |
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| Ian Snell, who will be making his first start tonight since June 22, has a simple plan, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He said, "Just let her rip. I feel great. A hundred percent. Better than I have all year. And I'm going to throw the ball like I know I can. The velocity's there. The break is there. I can't wait to get out there. My injury kept my velocity down, and it made me change my arm angles all the time. But not now. I'm ready to go."
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| Matt Treanor could be headed for the DL, according to FishStripes.com. He aggravated a nagging lower abdominal strain on Monday night, and he will undergo an MRI on Tuesday to determine the severity of the ailment. If the team is forced to shelve him, Mike Rabelo and John Baker at Triple-A Albuquerque would be top candidates to replace him.
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| Eugenio Velez is expected to be recalled from Triple-A Fresno today to replace the demoted Brian Horwitz, according to the SF Chronicle. |
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| Dontrelle Willis, who is going to have his right knee examined by team doctor Stephen Lemos this week, may not be able to pitch again this season following his latest setback, according to the AP. |
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| Donnie Murphy tested his sore right elbow and was available, if needed, on Monday, according to the SF Chronicle. |
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| Joey Devine, P, Oakland Athletics | Tuesday 7/8, 7:21 AM CT |
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| Joey Devine, who is recovering from right elbow inflammation, made 30 throws at a distance of 100 feet Monday, according to the SF Chronicle. He said he quickly will be back throwing at a distance of 200 feet and then working off the mound. |
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| Huston Street had to work for it, but the right-hander earned his 17th save of the season in a 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Monday night. |
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| Recently called up Wes Bankston hit his first career home run on Monday night helping the Oakland A's score a 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners. |
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| Jarrod Washburn suffered his eighth loss of the season in an eight inning complete game against the A's on Monday night. Washburn allowed four runs on seven hits, walked none and struck out five. |
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| Dana Eveland didn't deserve to win on Monday night against the Mariners, but his teammates found way to scratch out enough runs and the bullpen bailed out the struggling left-hander to help him earn his seventh win of the season. |
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