Atlanta Braves starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver needs surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ...

<p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver needs surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, manager Brian Snitker announced Friday, according to <a href="https://x.com/grantmcauley/status/1928558119690314089">Grant McAuley of "92.9 The Game."</a></p><p>Smith-Shawver is undergoing additional testing to determine what kind of ligament repair - either Tommy John surgery or an internal brace procedure - he'll need. If he needs Tommy John surgery, it's possible he could miss most or all of 2026 in addition to the remainder of this year.</p><p>The Braves initially placed Smith-Shawver on the 15-day injured list Thursday, then transferred him to the 60-day IL earlier Friday with what they termed a strained right elbow.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>He sustained the injury in the third inning of the first game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Philadelphia Phillies. Moments after being hit in the ankle by a <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12413" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12413">Bryson Stott</a> line drive, Smith-Shawver shook out his elbow after throwing a pitch to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4814" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4814">Trea Turner</a>. He got Turner to fly out but then left the game with a trainer.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe src="https://streamable.com/m/trea-turner-flies-out-to-left-fielder-eli-white?partnerId=web_video-playback-page_video-share" width="560" height="315"></iframe></figure><p>(Video source: MLB.com)</p><p>Following the Braves' 5-4 loss, Braves manager Brian Snitker told reporters that Smith-Shawver felt a "pop" in his elbow during the Turner at-bat. The 22-year-old flew back to Atlanta for an MRI, which confirmed the tear.</p><p><em>"</em>Anytime you hear those words, when they describe soreness and 'I felt something pop,' then that's usually not real good," Snitker said Thursday, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6391849/2025/05/29/braves-aj-smith-shawver-elbow-pop-mri/">David O'Brien of The Athletic</a>. "But we've got to look at it first."</p><p>Smith-Shawver put up a 3.86 ERA and 1.42 WHIP with 42 strikeouts and 21 walks over nine starts for Atlanta this season.</p><p>His long-term absence is a devastating blow to a Braves rotation that's been inconsistent for much of this year. Atlanta has only received three starts from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13620" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13620">Spencer Strider</a> and one from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5352" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5352">Reynaldo López</a> as a result of their own injury issues.</p><p>It's not fully clear who will replace Smith-Shawver in the rotation long term. Bryce Elder, who's pitching at Triple-A Gwinnett, will be recalled ahead of Sunday's game against the Boston Red Sox, Snitker said, according to McAuley.</p><p>Atlanta initially recalled right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17478" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17478">Michael Petersen</a> from Triple-A after placing Smith-Shawver on the IL but optioned Petersen back to Gwinnett on Friday. Left-hander Dylan Dodd, who made his MLB debut as the 27th man Thursday night, was recalled and will be in the bullpen for Friday's game.</p><p>The Braves also placed outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12532" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12532">Stuart Fairchild</a> on the 10-day IL with a dislocated pinky finger, and they selected newly signed outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13855" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13855">José Azocar</a>. Smith-Shawver's move to the 60-day IL opened Azocar's 40-man roster spot.</p><p> </p><p> </p>

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 29: AJ Smith-Shawver #32 of the Atlanta Braves leaves the mound in the third inning during the game between the Atlanta Braves and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, May 29, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9520" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9520">Jazz Chisholm Jr.</a> will be playing third base for the New York Yankees when he returns from the injured list.</p><p>Chisholm started at second base in all 29 of the games he played this season before being sidelined with a strained oblique in early May.</p><p>"(Manager Aaron) Boone gave me the choice, but he told me he really wanted me at third base," Chisholm said of the switch, per <a href="https://x.com/snyyankees/status/1928259151555137559">SNY</a>. "I'm a team guy. I'm here to win a ring. I'm not here to fight over positions." </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Chisholm came up with the Miami Marlins as a middle infielder before transitioning to center field in 2023. </p><p>The 27-year-old played third base after being acquired by the Yankees midway through last season. The move to third came after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4975" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4975">Gleyber Torres</a>, who's now the Detroit Tigers' second baseman, made it known he wouldn't switch positions.</p><p>"I always wanted to play third, that's why I liked playing third last year," Chisholm said, per <a href="https://x.com/snyyankees/status/1928259777131417692">SNY</a>. "As a kid, I grew up as an (Alex Rodriguez) fan. I wore 13 and three all the time as a kid."</p><p>The transition to third was not without its growing pains for Chisholm, who committed seven errors in just 46 games. He showed good range but was ultimately worth minus-two defensive runs saved.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12545" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12545">Oswald Peraza</a> has been the Yankees' third baseman since <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13635" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13635">Oswaldo Cabrera</a> went down with a season-ending ankle injury and is slashing just .160/.236/.333. Veteran <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2093" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2093">DJ LeMathieu</a>, meanwhile, has manned second base.</p><p>Chisholm has a .714 OPS (102 OPS+) with seven home runs on the year. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 23: Jazz Chisholm Jr. #13 of the New York Yankees in the field during the eighth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on April 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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<p>The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired reliever Alexis Díaz from the Cincinnati Reds for pitching prospect Mike Villani, the clubs announced Thursday. </p><p>Díaz, 28, was an All-Star in 2023 but was demoted to the minor leagues May 1 after posting a 12.00 ERA in six appearances this year. He is expected to head to Arizona to work with the Dodgers' pitching group before joining the team, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ByJackHarris/status/1928201922978209891">Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times.</a></p><p>Díaz was one of baseball's best relief pitchers from 2022-24, collecting 75 saves and never posting an ERA above 3.99. However, he did show signs of regression last year as his K/9 dipped to 8.8 while his FIP rose to 4.57.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>He opened the 2025 season on the injured list with a hamstring strain. </p><p>The righty could force his way into the Dodgers' bullpen mix as key arms <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3013" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3013">Blake Treinen</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3735" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3735">Kirby Yates</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8784" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8784">Evan Phillips</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8274" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8274">Michael Kopech</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10562" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10562">Brusdar Graterol</a> all remain sidelined. Phillips was moved to the 60-day injured list to make room for Díaz on the 40-man roster. </p><p>Los Angeles' relievers entered Thursday having pitched an MLB-high 239 2/3 innings in 2025.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>

DENVER, COLORADO - APRIL 26: Alexis Diaz #43 of the Cincinnati Reds pitches in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on April 26, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

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<p>The Philadelphia Phillies announced first baseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1688" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1688">Bryce Harper</a> exited Tuesday's 2-0 win over the Atlanta Braves with a bruised elbow after being hit by a pitch from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13620" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13620">Spencer Strider</a> in the first inning.</p><p>Initial X-rays on Harper's elbow came back negative. </p><p>The two-time MVP keeled over in apparent pain and was helped off the field by trainers after being plunked by a 95-mph fastball.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Bryce Harper was removed from the game after being hit by a pitch in the right elbow <a href="https://t.co/mRjQUMrvQ0">pic.twitter.com/mRjQUMrvQ0</a></p>— Talkin’ Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) <a href="https://twitter.com/TalkinBaseball_/status/1927500473944178949?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 27, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8253" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8253">Edmundo Sosa</a> replaced Harper as a pinch runner and stayed in the game defensively at third base. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10702" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10702">Alec Bohm</a> shifted over to first after starting the game at the hot corner.</p><p>Harper entered the game having slashed .308/.375/.484 with a 139 wRC+ in May after a somewhat uncharacteristic April. He has eight home runs and 33 RBIs this season.</p><p>The Phillies extended their lead over the Braves in the NL East standings to 9.5 games with the victory. </p><p> </p>

DENVER, CO - MAY 22: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies scratches his head in the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on May 22, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

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<p>The Los Angeles Angels signed utility man <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3941" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3941">Chris Taylor</a> to a major-league deal, the club announced Monday. </p><p>The one-year deal is worth $760K, according to <a href="https://x.com/RhettBollinger/status/1927113157794804181">Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com</a>. </p><p>Infielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12351" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12351">Kyren Paris</a> was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake in a corresponding roster move. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Taylor is batting eighth and playing center field for the Angels on Monday night against the New York Yankees. </p><p>The Los Angeles Dodgers released the 34-year-old on May 18 in what was his tenth season with the team. He hit .200/.200/.257 with zero home runs and two RBIs in 28 games before being cut.</p><p>"It was emotional," Taylor said of being released, according to <a href="https://x.com/thebenroyer/status/1927149052463837306">Benjamin Royer of the Los Angeles Times</a>. "I've been on the Dodgers for nine years, but I do believe it was time, for me. It was my time to kind of start fresh, you know, hopefully turn the page, start a new chapter. I'm excited to do that here."</p><p>Taylor is best known for his versatility, having played every position except catcher and first base at the MLB level. </p><p>The 12-year veteran owns a career .749 OPS (103 OPS+). </p>

LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 13: Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Chris Taylor (3) fields a ground ball and throws to first base during the game between Oakland Athletics and the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 13, 2025, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA.

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<p>Another MLB season brings with it another batch of City Connect uniforms - and another round of rankings. Here's how we're feeling about the newest looks being worn around the league. </p><h3>9. San Francisco Giants</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783181/cropped_GettyImages-2208577018.jpg?ts=1745965021" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783181/w220xh124_GettyImages-2208577018.jpg?ts=1745965021 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783181/w320xh180_GettyImages-2208577018.jpg?ts=1745965021 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783181/w640xh360_GettyImages-2208577018.jpg?ts=1745965021 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783181/w768xh432_GettyImages-2208577018.jpg?ts=1745965021 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783181/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2208577018.jpg?ts=1745965021 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Suzanna Mitchell/San Francisco Giants / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>These cartoonish oddities look like an alternate uniform you'd unlock while opening packs in MLB The Show. Quick-sell for stubs.</p><h3>8. Colorado Rockies</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783190/cropped_GettyImages-2212131169.jpg?ts=1745967262" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783190/w220xh124_GettyImages-2212131169.jpg?ts=1745967262 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783190/w320xh180_GettyImages-2212131169.jpg?ts=1745967262 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783190/w640xh360_GettyImages-2212131169.jpg?ts=1745967262 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783190/w768xh432_GettyImages-2212131169.jpg?ts=1745967262 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783190/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2212131169.jpg?ts=1745967262 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Matthew Stockman / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>The Rockies have donned many great uniforms in their history - this explosion of clashing colors is not one of them. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>7. Washington Nationals</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783194/cropped_GettyImages-2209114805.jpg?ts=1745968055" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783194/w220xh124_GettyImages-2209114805.jpg?ts=1745968055 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783194/w320xh180_GettyImages-2209114805.jpg?ts=1745968055 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783194/w640xh360_GettyImages-2209114805.jpg?ts=1745968055 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783194/w768xh432_GettyImages-2209114805.jpg?ts=1745968055 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783194/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2209114805.jpg?ts=1745968055 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>They ditched the cherry blossoms for this? The city grid detailing is interesting upon close inspection but makes the jerseys look dirty from afar. At least the logo on the hat won't be mistaken for Walgreens. </p><h3>6. Chicago Cubs</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783182/cropped_GettyImages-2212030990.jpg?ts=1745965109" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783182/w220xh124_GettyImages-2212030990.jpg?ts=1745965109 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783182/w320xh180_GettyImages-2212030990.jpg?ts=1745965109 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783182/w640xh360_GettyImages-2212030990.jpg?ts=1745965109 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783182/w768xh432_GettyImages-2212030990.jpg?ts=1745965109 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783182/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2212030990.jpg?ts=1745965109 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Matt Dirksen / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>These aren't technically a City Connect, but we're including them anyway. They're sharp albeit not very exciting. It feels like the Cubs have already had several uniforms that look like this.</p><h3>5. Miami Marlins</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786412/cropped_GettyImages-2213578131.jpg?ts=1747673444" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786412/w220xh124_GettyImages-2213578131.jpg?ts=1747673444 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786412/w320xh180_GettyImages-2213578131.jpg?ts=1747673444 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786412/w640xh360_GettyImages-2213578131.jpg?ts=1747673444 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786412/w768xh432_GettyImages-2213578131.jpg?ts=1747673444 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786412/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2213578131.jpg?ts=1747673444 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Jasen Vinlove/Miami Marlins / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>The jerseys give off glow-in-the-dark bowling alley vibes, which means they capture the intended retro look in all the right ways. If only the 305 area code on the helmets and hats didn't look like it says "SOS."</p><h3>4. Houston Astros</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783196/cropped_GettyImages-2211354998.jpg?ts=1745968821" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783196/w220xh124_GettyImages-2211354998.jpg?ts=1745968821 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783196/w320xh180_GettyImages-2211354998.jpg?ts=1745968821 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783196/w640xh360_GettyImages-2211354998.jpg?ts=1745968821 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783196/w768xh432_GettyImages-2211354998.jpg?ts=1745968821 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/783196/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2211354998.jpg?ts=1745968821 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Alex Slitz / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>These are a significant improvement on Houston's last City Connect uniform. Having them say "Stros" over "Astros" feels like a misstep, though.</p><h3>3. Arizona Diamondbacks</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784165/cropped_juukbo2weya0yzqsfbjt.jpg?ts=1746465196" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784165/w220xh124_juukbo2weya0yzqsfbjt.jpg?ts=1746465196 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784165/w320xh180_juukbo2weya0yzqsfbjt.jpg?ts=1746465196 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784165/w640xh360_juukbo2weya0yzqsfbjt.jpg?ts=1746465196 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784165/w768xh432_juukbo2weya0yzqsfbjt.jpg?ts=1746465196 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784165/w1080xh607_juukbo2weya0yzqsfbjt.jpg?ts=1746465196 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Diamondbacks/Instagram </span></figcaption></figure><p>Purple is back in Arizona, and it never should have left. These merge their previous City Connect with old-school D-Backs vibes. If only they'd truly committed to the throwback and gone sleeveless.</p><h3>2. Boston Red Sox</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786411/cropped_GettyImages-2214867156.jpg?ts=1747673243" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786411/w220xh124_GettyImages-2214867156.jpg?ts=1747673243 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786411/w320xh180_GettyImages-2214867156.jpg?ts=1747673243 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786411/w640xh360_GettyImages-2214867156.jpg?ts=1747673243 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786411/w768xh432_GettyImages-2214867156.jpg?ts=1747673243 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786411/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2214867156.jpg?ts=1747673243 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Winslow Townson / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>From the font to the color scheme, these uniforms channel Fenway Park's iconic Green Monster in all the right ways. </p><h3>1. Chicago White Sox</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786413/cropped_GettyImages-2213661318.jpg?ts=1747673588" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786413/w220xh124_GettyImages-2213661318.jpg?ts=1747673588 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786413/w320xh180_GettyImages-2213661318.jpg?ts=1747673588 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786413/w640xh360_GettyImages-2213661318.jpg?ts=1747673588 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786413/w768xh432_GettyImages-2213661318.jpg?ts=1747673588 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786413/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2213661318.jpg?ts=1747673588 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Abigail Dean / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>These are as cool as it gets. Everything pops, and collaborating with the Bulls, Chicago's most iconic sports franchise, was an excellent idea. The White Sox are 2-for-2 when it comes to City Connect uniforms.</p>

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<p>Designated hitter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5605" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5605">Ryan O'Hearn</a> believes better days are ahead for the Baltimore Orioles after they defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 8-4 on Wednesday to snap an eight-game losing streak.</p><p>"We're going to keep it rolling," he said. "There's no other choice. We're in May still, and there's plenty of time to right the ship.</p><p>"We still have good players. We have guys coming back off the (injured list). I'm a bit of an optimist, I really believe in our guys. There's good things to come in the near future."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>O'Hearn recorded four hits in Wednesday's 11-inning win, driving in two runs and scoring one. The Orioles held on after blowing the lead in both the ninth and 10th frames.</p><p>Offseason addition <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5892" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5892">Andrew Kittredge</a> returned from the injured list to toss a scoreless seventh inning in his season debut. </p><p>However, the club is far from healthy, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12662" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12662">Jordan Westburg</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/13841" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/13841">Colton Cowser</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5140" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5140">Tyler O'Neill</a> all on the injured list. Starting pitchers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12260" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12260">Kyle Bradish</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12265" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12265">Grayson Rodriguez</a> also remain sidelined.</p><p>Baltimore's record stands at 16-32 on the season with a minus-85 run differential, the worst run differential in the American League. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MAY 21: Gunnar Henderson #2 and Ryan O'Hearn #32 of the Baltimore Orioles celebrate after defeating the Milwaukee Brewers 8-4 in eleven innings at American Family Field on May 21, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson announced that pitcher George Kirby will return from the inju...

<p>Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson announced that pitcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12378" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12378">George Kirby</a> will return from the injured list to make his first start of the season Thursday against the Houston Astros.</p><p>Kirby has been sidelined since the beginning of spring training with right shoulder inflammation.</p><p>"Obviously looking forward to getting George back out there," Wilson said, according to <a href="https://apnews.com/article/mariners-kirby-white-b8757b7c2a36517375d5b45becea16d0">Matt Carlson of The Associated Press</a>. "I know it's been a long road for George since spring training. And you know, you put the work in, you do your rehab assignments, and, mentally, you're ready to go."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Wilson added that Kirby will be limited to around 75 pitches. </p><p>The right-hander worked to a 3.53 ERA and 1.07 WHIP with a league-leading 7.78 strikeout-to-walk ratio last year. He was named an All-Star in 2023 and finished eighth in AL Cy Young voting.</p><p>The 27-year-old owns a career 3.43 ERA (111 ERA+) across 89 starts. </p><p>Kirby's return should help bolster a depleted Mariners rotation that remains without Opening Day starter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12376" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12376">Logan Gilbert</a>, who's still working his way back from a flexor strain in his right forearm.</p><p>Seattle's starting pitchers entered Wednesday ranked 15th in ERA (3.76) after leading all of baseball in 2024.</p>

PEORIA, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 26: Starting pitcher George Kirby #68 of the Seattle Mariners high fives teammates in the dugout after pitching against the Athletics during the second inning of the MLB game at Peoria Stadium on February 26, 2025 in Peoria, Arizona.

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Welcome to the first edition of theScore's 2025 Rookie of the Year rankings, where we look at the...

<p><em>Welcome to the first edition of theScore's 2025 Rookie of the Year rankings, where we look at the top five rookies in each league. Odds courtesy of theScore Bet and ESPN Bet.</em></p><h3>American League</h3><p><strong>5. Kristian Campbell, Red Sox</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/778760/cropped_GettyImages-2207839554.jpg?ts=1743723434" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/778760/w220xh124_GettyImages-2207839554.jpg?ts=1743723434 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/778760/w320xh180_GettyImages-2207839554.jpg?ts=1743723434 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/778760/w640xh360_GettyImages-2207839554.jpg?ts=1743723434 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/778760/w768xh432_GettyImages-2207839554.jpg?ts=1743723434 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/778760/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2207839554.jpg?ts=1743723434 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Ron Jenkins / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>HR</th>
<th>RBI</th>
<th>OPS</th>
<th>fWAR</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>41</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>15</td>
<td>.695</td>
<td> 0.2</td>
<td>+750</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Campbell has slowed down considerably after a hot start to the campaign, but his early-season surge keeps him on this list. His job appears safe for now, with the Red Sox severely lacking infield depth and testing him out at first base. Still, the 22-year-old needs to rediscover his April form to climb up these rankings in the coming weeks.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p><strong>4. Shane Smith, White Sox</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785253/cropped_GettyImages-2213849573.jpg?ts=1747063512" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785253/w220xh124_GettyImages-2213849573.jpg?ts=1747063512 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785253/w320xh180_GettyImages-2213849573.jpg?ts=1747063512 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785253/w640xh360_GettyImages-2213849573.jpg?ts=1747063512 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785253/w768xh432_GettyImages-2213849573.jpg?ts=1747063512 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785253/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2213849573.jpg?ts=1747063512 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Lawrence Brown / Major League Baseball / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>IP</th>
<th>ERA</th>
<th>FIP</th>
<th>K</th>
<th>WHIP</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>48.1</td>
<td>2.05</td>
<td>3.15</td>
<td>43</td>
<td>1.14</td>
<td> +2200</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Smith has been a pleasant surprise for a White Sox team desperate for positives. While his xERA (3.44) and xFIP (4.05) imply some regression could be looming, Smith has been the most consistent rookie pitcher in the AL this season without question.</p><p><strong>3. Carlos Narváez, Red Sox</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786396/cropped_GettyImages-2211518106.jpg?ts=1747665236" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786396/w220xh124_GettyImages-2211518106.jpg?ts=1747665236 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786396/w320xh180_GettyImages-2211518106.jpg?ts=1747665236 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786396/w640xh360_GettyImages-2211518106.jpg?ts=1747665236 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786396/w768xh432_GettyImages-2211518106.jpg?ts=1747665236 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786396/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2211518106.jpg?ts=1747665236 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Maddie Meyer / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>HR</th>
<th>RBI</th>
<th>OPS</th>
<th>fWAR</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>35</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>15</td>
<td>.812</td>
<td>1.5</td>
<td>+3000</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Campbell has gotten all the headlines, but Narváez has been the most productive rookie for the Red Sox thus far. He appears to be Boston's long-awaited answer at catcher, combining above-average offense (127 OPS+) with strong defensive numbers. Narváez ranks in the 93rd percentile in framing and 92nd percentile in caught stealing above average.</p><p><strong>2. Jasson Domínguez, Yankees</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784978/cropped_GettyImages-2213703378.jpg?ts=1746887838" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784978/w220xh124_GettyImages-2213703378.jpg?ts=1746887838 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784978/w320xh180_GettyImages-2213703378.jpg?ts=1746887838 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784978/w640xh360_GettyImages-2213703378.jpg?ts=1746887838 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784978/w768xh432_GettyImages-2213703378.jpg?ts=1746887838 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/784978/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2213703378.jpg?ts=1746887838 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Justine Willard/Athletics / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>HR</th>
<th>RBI</th>
<th>OPS</th>
<th>fWAR</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>39</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>21</td>
<td>.763</td>
<td>0.4</td>
<td>+600</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Yankees fans have been waiting for "The Martian" to land for a long time, and it seems he's finally arrived. Although Domínguez's counting stats are inflated thanks to his epic three-homer, seven-RBI game, he's still been making strides at the plate. The 22-year-old is growing into a polished hitter, but his dreadful defense in the outfield is holding back his overall value.</p><p><strong>1. Jacob Wilson, Athletics</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785250/cropped_GettyImages-2214420301.jpg?ts=1747063364" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785250/w220xh124_GettyImages-2214420301.jpg?ts=1747063364 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785250/w320xh180_GettyImages-2214420301.jpg?ts=1747063364 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785250/w640xh360_GettyImages-2214420301.jpg?ts=1747063364 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785250/w768xh432_GettyImages-2214420301.jpg?ts=1747063364 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785250/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2214420301.jpg?ts=1747063364 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Ezra Shaw / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>HR</th>
<th>RBI</th>
<th>OPS</th>
<th>fWAR</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>47</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>26</td>
<td>.859</td>
<td>2.0</td>
<td>-135</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Wilson has emerged as one of baseball's most unique hitters. He's a contact machine who doesn't strike out (5.1% K rate) or walk (5.1% BB rate) yet owns a 148 wRC+. His successfully aggressive approach, paired with positive defensive grades at shortstop, has him leading all AL rookies in fWAR by a healthy margin.</p><h3>National League</h3><p><strong>5. Liam Hicks, Marlins</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786401/cropped_GettyImages-2215765443.jpg?ts=1747666512" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786401/w220xh124_GettyImages-2215765443.jpg?ts=1747666512 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786401/w320xh180_GettyImages-2215765443.jpg?ts=1747666512 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786401/w640xh360_GettyImages-2215765443.jpg?ts=1747666512 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786401/w768xh432_GettyImages-2215765443.jpg?ts=1747666512 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786401/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2215765443.jpg?ts=1747666512 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Carmen Mandato / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>HR</th>
<th>RBI</th>
<th>OPS</th>
<th>fWAR</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>28</td>
<td> 4</td>
<td> 21</td>
<td> .848</td>
<td> 0.7</td>
<td> N/A</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Hicks has formed one half of an exciting young catching duo in Miami with Agustín Ramírez, who narrowly missed cracking this list. Hicks has shown advanced control of the strike zone as a hitter with excellent K, chase, and whiff rates. He's struggled to throw out runners on defense but grades in the 97th percentile for blocks above average.</p><p><strong>4. Chad Patrick, Brewers</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786706/cropped_GettyImages-2214071235.jpg?ts=1747847865" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786706/w220xh124_GettyImages-2214071235.jpg?ts=1747847865 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786706/w320xh180_GettyImages-2214071235.jpg?ts=1747847865 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786706/w640xh360_GettyImages-2214071235.jpg?ts=1747847865 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786706/w768xh432_GettyImages-2214071235.jpg?ts=1747847865 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786706/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2214071235.jpg?ts=1747847865 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>IP</th>
<th>ERA</th>
<th>FIP</th>
<th>K</th>
<th>WHIP</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>48.1</td>
<td>3.35</td>
<td>3.65</td>
<td>38</td>
<td>1.28</td>
<td> N/A</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Patrick has been a quietly effective member of the Brewers' starting rotation this season. While he's hardly overpowering hitters, he's managed to eat innings and record a solid 3.35 ERA. The numbers under the hood suggest this level of success may not be sustainable, but he deserves his place on this list given how well he's pitched in the early going.</p><p><strong>3. Ben Casparius, Dodgers</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785256/cropped_GettyImages-2213772686.jpg?ts=1747065031" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785256/w220xh124_GettyImages-2213772686.jpg?ts=1747065031 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785256/w320xh180_GettyImages-2213772686.jpg?ts=1747065031 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785256/w640xh360_GettyImages-2213772686.jpg?ts=1747065031 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785256/w768xh432_GettyImages-2213772686.jpg?ts=1747065031 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/785256/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2213772686.jpg?ts=1747065031 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Megan Briggs / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>IP</th>
<th>ERA</th>
<th>FIP</th>
<th>K</th>
<th>WHIP</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>30.2</td>
<td>3.23</td>
<td>1.91</td>
<td>32</td>
<td>1.04</td>
<td>N/A</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Casparius has provided the Dodgers some seriously high-quality innings out of their bullpen. His Baseball Savant page is bright red as he's done everything a good pitcher should do: keep opponents off the board, limit baserunners, and generate swings and misses. All the signs point to a breakout campaign for the 26-year-old.</p><p><strong>2. AJ Smith-Shawver, Braves</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786403/cropped_GettyImages-2214621364.jpg?ts=1747666791" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786403/w220xh124_GettyImages-2214621364.jpg?ts=1747666791 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786403/w320xh180_GettyImages-2214621364.jpg?ts=1747666791 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786403/w640xh360_GettyImages-2214621364.jpg?ts=1747666791 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786403/w768xh432_GettyImages-2214621364.jpg?ts=1747666791 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786403/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2214621364.jpg?ts=1747666791 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>IP</th>
<th>ERA</th>
<th>FIP</th>
<th>K</th>
<th>WHIP</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>38.2</td>
<td>2.33</td>
<td>3.42</td>
<td>40</td>
<td>1.24</td>
<td>+450</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Smith-Shawver appears to be putting it all together since being recalled in late April. The right-hander has legitimate strikeout stuff, as evidenced by his 9.3 K/9<strong>. </strong>However, he's giving up a lot of hard contact, and his expected ERA (4.90) is much higher than his actual ERA (2.33). Smith-Shawver nonetheless has the look of an effective starting pitcher.</p><p><strong>1. Drake Baldwin, Braves</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786397/cropped_GettyImages-2214621487.jpg?ts=1747666079" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786397/w220xh124_GettyImages-2214621487.jpg?ts=1747666079 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786397/w320xh180_GettyImages-2214621487.jpg?ts=1747666079 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786397/w640xh360_GettyImages-2214621487.jpg?ts=1747666079 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786397/w768xh432_GettyImages-2214621487.jpg?ts=1747666079 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786397/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2214621487.jpg?ts=1747666079 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>HR</th>
<th>RBI</th>
<th>OPS</th>
<th>fWAR</th>
<th>Odds</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>29</td>
<td> 5</td>
<td> 15</td>
<td> .983</td>
<td> 1.4</td>
<td> +325</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Baldwin seized his opportunity when starting catcher Sean Murphy was sidelined early in the season, and he's continued to impress when called upon. His .357/.400/.583 slash line and 172 wRC+ would be impressive for anyone, let alone a catcher. The Braves must find a way to get his bat in the lineup as often as possible.</p>

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The Chicago White Sox announced Tuesday they signed veteran pitcher Adrian Houser to a one-year d...

<p>The Chicago White Sox announced Tuesday they signed veteran pitcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5335" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5335">Adrian Houser</a> to a one-year deal worth $1.35 million.</p><p>Houser, 32, signed a minor-league contract with the Texas Rangers during the offseason. He was never promoted to the big-league squad and was granted his release from the organization May 15.</p><p>The right-hander worked to a 5.84 ERA and 1.53 WHIP across 69 1/3 innings with the New York Mets in 2024 after spending the previous seven seasons of his MLB career with the Milwaukee Brewers. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Hauser's best showing came in 2021 when he recorded a 3.22 ERA (128 ERA+) across a career-high 26 starts. </p><p>He owns a 4.21 ERA and 1.38 WHIP across eight MLB seasons. </p>

SURPRISE, AZ - MARCH 03: Adrian Houser #47 of the Texas Rangers pitches during the game against the Kansas City Royals at Surprise Stadium on Monday, March 3, 2025 in Surprise, Arizona.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Monday they reinstated All-Star slugger Teoscar Hernández from ...

<p>The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Monday they reinstated All-Star slugger <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4472" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4472">Teoscar Hernández</a> from the injured list.</p><p>Outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12600" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12600">James Outman</a> was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding roster move.</p><p>Hernández has been sidelined since May 6 with a left groin strain. The 32-year-old was off to a torrid start before getting injured, slashing .315/.333/.600 with nine home runs and 34 RBIs in 33 games.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The reigning World Series champions have gone 5-7 without him, including a sweep at the hands of the Los Angeles Angels over the weekend.</p><p>Hernández re-signed on a three-year, $66-million contract in the offseason after hitting a career-high 33 home runs in 2024.</p><p>The veteran holds an .813 OPS (123 OPS+) through 10 MLB seasons.</p><p> </p>

MIAMI, FL - MAY 05: Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández (37) takes the field before the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Miami Marlins on Tuesday, ay 5, 2025 at LoanDepot Park in Miami, FL.

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<p>The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Sunday that they designated utility man <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3941" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3941">Chris Taylor</a> for assignment. </p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9695" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9695">Tommy Edman</a> was reinstated from the injured list after missing 16 games with an ankle injury in a corresponding move.</p><p>The Dodgers also selected the contract of pitcher Lou Trivino, with reliever <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3735" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3735">Kirby Yates </a>headed to the IL with a hamstring issue, sources told <a href="https://x.com/FabianArdaya/status/1924150720221368473">Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Taylor, 34, had been with the Dodgers since 2016. He became the organization's longest-tenured position player after catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wbc/players/3894" href="https://thescore.com/wbc/players/3894">Austin Barnes</a> was designated for assignment Wednesday.</p><p>The veteran was slashing .200/.200/.257 with zero home runs and two RBIs in 35 plate appearances in the final season of the four-year, $60-million contract he signed ahead of the 2022 campaign. </p><p>Taylor was an All-Star in 2021 and recorded a .761 OPS (105 OPS+) during his decade-long tenure in Los Angeles.</p>

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 28: Chris Taylor #3 of the Los Angeles Dodgers walks through the dugout prior to a game against the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium on April 28, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

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<p>Major League Baseball announced Sunday that Philadelphia Phillies closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8311" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8311">José Alvarado</a> has been suspended 80 games after testing positive for exogenous testosterone, a performance-enhancing drug.</p><p>Alvarado won't be eligible to pitch in the postseason upon his return.</p><p>The hard-throwing lefty has worked to a 2.70 ERA and 1.20 WHIP with seven saves in 20 innings pitched this season. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Alvarado, 29, has been an integral part of the Phillies' bullpen over the past five seasons. He holds a 3.37 ERA (124 ERA+) and 11.8 K/9 with 37 saves during his time in Philadelphia.</p><p>He's in the final season of a three-year contract that includes a $9-million club option for 2026.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8362" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8362">Jordan Romano</a> appears most likely to handle the bulk of the save opportunities moving forward. The righty got off to a rocky start with the Phillies but has made seven straight scoreless appearances. </p><p>Philadelphia's bullpen ranks 12th in the National League with a 4.66 ERA. </p>

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 16: Jose Alvarado #46 of the Philadelphia Phillies delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the ninth inning at Citizens Bank Park on May 16, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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<p>The Kansas City Royals will be without two of their best starting pitchers for the foreseeable future.</p><p>The Royals announced Saturday that they placed<a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/14571"> Cole Ragans</a> and<a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5533"> Seth Lugo</a> on the injured list due to a groin strain and finger sprain, respectively.</p><p>In corresponding roster moves, the club recalled lefties Noah Cameron and Evan Sisk from Triple-A Omaha.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Ragans suffered the groin injury during Friday's start against the St. Louis Cardinals and was pulled after allowing four earned runs over five innings in an eventual 10-3 loss.</p><p>The 27-year-old left-hander leads MLB with a 14.2 K/9 this season but has worked to a 4.53 ERA (91 ERA+) through 45 2/3 innings.</p><p>Kansas City scratched Lugo from his scheduled start Saturday against the Cardinals because of finger inflammation.</p><p>The veteran righty has been a revelation since joining the Royals on a three-year, $45-million deal ahead of last season. The 35-year-old has worked to a 3.02 ERA and 1.09 WHIP across nine starts this campaign.</p><p>Cameron is the Royals' fifth-ranked prospect, per <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects/royals">MLB Pipeline.</a> The 25-year-old threw 6 1/3 scoreless innings during his MLB debut on April 30.</p><p>Sisk has made two relief appearances for Kansas City in 2025. </p><p> </p>

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - MAY 16: Cole Ragans #55 of the Kansas City Royals throws in the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Kauffman Stadium on May 16, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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<p>The Baltimore Orioles have fired manager Brandon Hyde following a 15-28 start to the season.</p><p>Third base coach Tony Mansolino will take over as interim manager for the club, which also dismissed field coordinator Tim Cossins.</p><p>"As the head of baseball operations, the poor start to our season is ultimately my responsibility," Orioles executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias said in a <a href="https://x.com/Orioles/status/1923771887336689832">statement</a> Saturday. "Part of that responsibility is pursuing difficult changes in order to set a different course for the future."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"I want to thank Brandon for his hard work, dedication, and passion all these years, for returning the team to the playoffs and winning an AL East championship. His many positive contributions to this organization and to Baltimore will remain, and we wish he and his family the best."</p><p>Hyde was hired ahead of the 2019 season. He led the Orioles through the end of their rebuild and to three straight winning seasons from 2022-24. They won the AL East in 2023 and made the playoffs again last year.</p><p>The 51-year-old ends his Baltimore tenure with a 421-492 record and a .461 winning percentage. </p><p>He described himself as "<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3287171" href="https://thescore.com/news/3287171">frustrated as anybody</a>" after the club's most recent loss to the Washington Nationals on Friday night. </p><p>"I am sincerely grateful for (Hyde's) significant accomplishments over the past six years, which have greatly benefited both the Orioles and the city of Baltimore," Orioles control owner David Rubenstein said in the statement.</p><p>"However, as is sometimes the case in baseball, change becomes necessary, and we believe this is one of those moments."</p><p>The Orioles' struggles this season have been all-encompassing. The club's pitching staff owns the worst ERA (5.33) in the American League, while its offense has scored the fourth-fewest runs (159) and hit for the worst average in all of baseball with runners in scoring position (.192).</p><p>Baltimore's shocking free fall comes after the team let marquee free agents <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9580" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9580">Corbin Burnes</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8303" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8303">Anthony Santander</a> walk in the offseason. Their replacements, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1117" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1117">Charlie Morton</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5140" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5140">Tyler O'Neill</a>, have struggled mightily.</p><p>"I've seen (firings) happen before on previous teams in different roles, we respect those guys so much," Orioles pitcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5202" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5202">Zach Eflin </a>said, per <a href="https://x.com/afkostka/status/1923796996655136798">Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner</a>. "It sucks it's a result of us sucking."</p><p>The Orioles have lost nine of their last 11 games. They entered Saturday 10.5 games back of first place in the AL East.</p>

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - MAY 07 : Manager Brandon Hyde #18 of the Baltimore Orioles looks on against the Minnesota Twins on May 7, 2025 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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<p>Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde is feeling the weight of his team's struggles as the losses continue piling up.</p><p>"I'm as frustrated as anybody, and I try not to show that to the team," he said, according to <a href="https://www.masnsports.com/blog/entry/hyde-i-m-as-frustrated-as-anybody">Roch Kubatko of MASN</a>. "I think there's (an) appropriate time to show that to the team, but I also try to be as consistent as I can, as well."</p><p>The Orioles lost 4-3 to the Washington Nationals on Friday night after allowing a late lead to slip away. It was their ninth loss in their last 11 games.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>It's been a shockingly poor 15-28 start for a team that entered the season with World Series aspirations after winning 91 games in 2024 and making consecutive playoff appearances.</p><p>Hyde believes he's done his best to hold his players accountable and wants them to know he has their backs. </p><p>"Now, there are times when things haven't gone real well where we have addressed it, and firmly," he said. "But it's still a long season, these guys need our support. I want to be there to support them in any way that I possibly can."</p><p>Catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12256" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12256">Adley Rutschman</a> is among several Orioles hitters scuffling for an offense that ranks 12th in the American League in runs scored (159). The two-time All-Star owns a .654 OPS (90 OPS+) this season.</p><p>The Orioles' pitching, meanwhile, is the only staff in baseball that's been worth negative fWAR this season (minus-0.2). The group also holds the worst ERA (5.33) and FIP (5.04) in the AL.</p><p>Baltimore is already 10.5 games back of the first-place New York Yankees in the AL East division standings. </p>

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 23: Manager Brandon Hyde #18 of the Baltimore Orioles looks on during batting practice prior to a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on April 23, 2025 in Washington, DC.

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<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5605" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5605">Ryan O'Hearn</a> didn't mince words Thursday after his Baltimore Orioles were swept by the Minnesota Twins.</p><p>“I don't ever show up to the ballpark thinking that we're going to lose," he said after the 4-0 loss, according to <a href="https://x.com/ByMattWeyrich/status/1923103076300312692">Matt Weyrich of the Baltimore Sun</a>. "I thought it was a good series in Anaheim, and this feels like a kick in the nuts, for sure."</p><p>The Orioles took two of three from the Los Angeles Angels in their previous series but were held scoreless on just six hits - two from O'Hearn - by Minnesota pitchers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8243" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8243">Chris Paddack</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/15396" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/15396">Louis Varland</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12272" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12272">Jhoan Duran</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Twins won both contests in a split doubleheader between the teams Wednesday. They also swept the Orioles last week and have won 11 straight games overall.</p><p>Baltimore's record now sits at 15-27 after winning 91 games last year. </p><p>"This is frustrating," O'Hearn said, according to <a href="https://x.com/JakeDRill/status/1923104365956526560">Jake Rill of MLB.com.</a> "Losing sucks. It's not fun. Nobody in here is having a good time, and I promise you, nobody cares more than the guys in this clubhouse.</p><p>"With that being said, we have to keep fighting, there is no other option."</p><p>The Orioles have struggled in all facets of the game. The club's minus-74 run differential is the worst in the American League and the second worst in baseball behind only the Colorado Rockies.</p><p>O'Hearn has been Baltimore's most consistent hitter in 2025, slashing .295/.378/.518 with seven home runs and 14 RBIs. </p>

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - MAY 03: Ryan O'Hearn #32 of the Baltimore Orioles runs to first base against the Kansas City Royals at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 03, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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<p>The Los Angeles Dodgers called up top catching prospect <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/16368" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/16368">Dalton Rushing</a>, the club announced Wednesday.</p><p>Rushing is the 15th-ranked prospect on <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects">MLB Pipeline</a>.</p><p>Los Angeles designated catcher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3894" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3894">Austin Barnes</a> for assignment as the corresponding roster move. Barnes had been with the team since 2015 and was the organization's longest-tenured position player.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Dodgers selected Rushing in the second round of the 2022 MLB Draft. The 24-year-old owns a career .931 OPS in the minor leagues and has slashed .308.424/.514 at Triple-A Oklahoma City in 2025.</p><p>While primarily a catcher, Rushing also made nine appearances at first base and two in the outfield for the Comets this year. </p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8289" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8289">Will Smith</a>, the Dodgers' primary catcher, is a two-time All-Star. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 09: Dalton Rushing #68 of the Los Angeles Dodgers runs across the field during the seventh inning of a Spring Training game against the Athletics at Camelback Ranch on March 09, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

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<p>Tuesday was one of MLB's wildest nights this season. Five walk-off hits - three of which were home runs - and a go-ahead grand slam in the ninth inning made it a slate of games to remember.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">3 walk-offs in the span of FOUR MINUTES 🤯<br><br>The <a href="https://twitter.com/tigers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Tigers</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/astros?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Astros</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/Cubs?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Cubs</a> had the admin sweating 😅 <a href="https://t.co/z4sEymYEWi">pic.twitter.com/z4sEymYEWi</a></p>— MLB (@MLB) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLB/status/1922488088971956544?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 14, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Here's how we rank these epic finishes.</p><p><strong>6. Mariners win as Crawford comes up clutch in extras</strong></p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe src="https://streamable.com/m/j-p-crawford-singles-on-a-line-drive-to-left-fielder-pablo-reyes-leody-ta?partnerId=web_video-playback-page_video-share" width="560" height="315"></iframe></figure><p>(Video source: <a href="https://www.mlb.com/video/j-p-crawford-singles-on-a-line-drive-to-left-fielder-pablo-reyes-leody-ta">MLB.com</a>)</p><p>The Seattle Mariners won a 2-1 nail-biter over the New York Yankees in the 11th inning on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4253" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4253">J.P. Crawford</a>'s heroics. The shortstop slapped a single down the left-field line with runners on the corners and nobody out. </p><p><strong>5. Astros sink Royals with Paredes' first walk-off homer</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe src="https://streamable.com/m/isaac-paredes-homers-5-on-a-fly-ball-to-left-center-field?partnerId=web_video-playback-page_video-share" width="560" height="315"></iframe></figure><p>(Video source: <a href="https://www.mlb.com/video/isaac-paredes-homers-5-on-a-fly-ball-to-left-center-field?q=isaac%20paredes&amp;cp=CMS_FIRST&amp;qt=FREETEXT&amp;p=0">MLB.com</a>)</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9550" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9550">Isaac Paredes</a> wasted no time sending Houston Astros fans home happy in the ninth against the Kansas City Royals. He pulled the second pitch of the inning into the Crawford Boxes for his first career walk-off blast.</p><p><strong>4. Turner's double completes Cubs' comeback vs. Marlins</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe src="https://streamable.com/m/jesus-tinoco-in-play-run-s-to-justin-turner?partnerId=web_video-playback-page_video-share" width="560" height="315"></iframe></figure><p>(Video source: <a href="https://www.mlb.com/video/jesus-tinoco-in-play-run-s-to-justin-turner">MLB.com</a>)</p><p>The Chicago Cubs entered the bottom of the ninth trailing the Miami Marlins 4-2. After <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10637" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10637">Nico Hoerner</a> singled home a run, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/43" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/43">Justin Turner</a> sent Wrigley Field into a frenzy with a game-winning double that was also his first extra-base hit of the season.</p><p><strong>3. Tatis' epic home run lifts Padres over Angels</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe src="https://streamable.com/m/fernando-tatis-jr-homers-11-on-a-line-drive-to-left-center-field-elias-di?partnerId=web_video-playback-page_video-share" width="560" height="315"></iframe></figure><p>(Video source: <a href="https://www.mlb.com/video/fernando-tatis-jr-homers-11-on-a-line-drive-to-left-center-field-elias-di">MLB.com)</a></p><p>The stage was set for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8286" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8286">Fernando Tatis Jr.</a> to author a signature moment in the ninth inning of a tie game against the Los Angeles Angels. The San Diego Padres superstar delivered, and he enjoyed every second of it. The bat flip was elite too.</p><p><strong>2. Rays stun Jays with Caminero's go-ahead grand slam</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe src="https://streamable.com/m/junior-caminero-hits-a-grand-slam-8-to-left-field-christopher-morel-score?partnerId=web_video-playback-page_video-share" width="560" height="315"></iframe></figure><p>(Video source: <a href="https://www.mlb.com/video/junior-caminero-hits-a-grand-slam-8-to-left-field-christopher-morel-score">MLB.com</a>)</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays entered the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays down a run after blowing a big lead. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/16275" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/16275">Junior Caminero</a> punctuated a big rally off closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4786" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4786">Jeff Hoffman</a> with a bases-clearing blast.</p><p><strong>1. Tigers beat Red Sox on Báez bomb in instant classic</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe src="https://streamable.com/m/greg-weissert-in-play-run-s-to-javier-baez?partnerId=web_video-playback-page_video-share" width="560" height="315"></iframe></figure><p>(Video source: <a href="https://www.mlb.com/video/greg-weissert-in-play-run-s-to-javier-baez">MLB.com</a>)</p><p>Detroit Tigers center fielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3569" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3569">Javier Báez </a>ended a back-and-forth battle against the Boston Red Sox with his second three-run homer of Tuesday's game. The vibes in Detroit were electric after Báez became the only player in MLB history to hit a walk-off as his second lead-flipping, three-run home run in a game, according to <a href="https://x.com/OptaSTATS/status/1922506609646788975">Opta Stats</a>.</p>

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