MLB Player News

Cron (foot) went 2-for-4 in a rehab game with Triple-A Salt Lake on Thursday, his first action since taking a pitch to the wrist Sunday, Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register reports.

Cron played all nine innings at first base, a firm indication he's fit to resume everyday baseball activities. The 27-year-old says his bruised foot has completely healed, but the Angels are unsure of how many at-bats they want him to get in the minors. Luis Valbuena and Jefry Marte have been filling in as a platoon at first base, so there's no pressing need to have Cron back in the lineup right away.

O'Hearn said he gained a lot of confidence from his production last season, as well as getting the chance to join the Royals in spring training for a while this year, Tony Boone of the Omaha World-Herald reports.

The first baseman is slashing .262/.325/.486 with six home runs and 14 RBI through his first 28 games at the Triple-A level. With Eric Hosmer widely thought to be on his way out (whether via trade or free agency), O'Hearn is not far from making his MLB debut. "You know it's there. It's been there," O'Hearn said. "Everybody knows Hosmer is going to be a free agent, and we don't know if he's going to be a Royal anymore or not. It's really out of my control. All I can do is play every day here, play as hard as I can and try to continue to get better and progress." The 23-year-old admitted he could use some work to improve his defensive, but didn't hesitate in adding that he feels ready to compete at the MLB level.

Mountcastle is crushing pitchers to the tune of a .305/.338/.542 slash line with seven home runs, 23 RBI and 22 runs through 33 games with High-A Frederick.

Mountcastle, the O's first-round pick in 2015, is well on his way to MiLB's higher levels. His home run, RBI and run totals are all good for top-five marks in the Carolina League, while the shortstop's 40 hits ranks first. Mountcastle is still working out defensive kinks -- he made 21 errors at short in 2016 -- and where he fits defensively is still up in the air. But one thing's for sure; the 20-year-old can swing it, and Mountcastle is deserving of a spot across most dynasty leagues that reserve slots for minor league players.

Diaz will start in left field and bat eighth Wednesday against the Blue Jays.

After serving as the Indians' primary third baseman in his first stint with the big club earlier this season, Diaz has settled in as the team's left fielder since his promotion Monday. With Michael Brantley (ankle) still day-to-day, Diaz's stay in the lineup may not last much longer, as the club still remains optimistic that Brantley will be able to rejoin the lineup at some point during the Tribe's weekend series with the Twins.

Carter is out of the lineup Monday against the Reds.

With no DH spot available in Cincinnati, the Yankees will move Matt Holliday to first base for the second straight day, resulting in Carter hitting the bench. Carter is still expected to see the bulk of the starts at first base for the foreseeable future with Greg Bird (ankle) facing an uncertain return timeline, so those in AL-only or deeper mixed leagues in need of power are advised to hold on to him.

Diaz was recalled from Triple-A Columbus on Monday.

Diaz made the Tribe's Opening Day roster and served in an everyday role to begin the season, but after slashing .236/.296/.255 in 61 plate appearances, he was optioned back to the minors when Jason Kipnis (shoulder) was activated from the disabled list. The rookie has since hit .395 over his 12 games with Columbus to earn a promotion back to the big club, but unless Michael Brantley's ankle injury results in a trip to DL, it's hard to envision Diaz seeing consistent at-bats with the big club.

Santana went 3-for-4 with a double and an RBI during Sunday's 1-0 win over Kansas City.

The RBI was the 18th of the season for Santana, which is an impressive total for a leadoff man. However, his three home runs and .234/.326/.379 slash line are disappointing. After hitting 34 home runs last season to complement his .864 OPS, Santana will need to string together a hot streak in order to approach those numbers. This was his second consecutive multi-hit game after hitting a ninth-inning home run Saturday, though, so perhaps the heater is just beginning.

Cron (foot) is day-to-day with a right wrist injury after being hit by a pitch at Triple-A Salt Lake on Sunday, Pedro Moura of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Cron is down with the Bees on a rehab stint for a foot contusion suffered on April 28. The X-rays came back negative on his wrist Sunday, so his day-to-day status bodes well for his chances of getting back to the big club in the next few days as originally planned.

Abreu went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer in Saturday's loss to the Orioles.

Abreu blasted his fifth homer of the year to draw the White Sox within one run in a losing effort. He's clubbed all five of his homers over the last eight games, and he's slashing .294/.342/.514, which is pretty close to what fantasy owners expected when drafting him.

Santana went 2-for-5 with a solo homer in Saturday's victory over the Royals.

Santana's third home run of the season broke up a 1-1 tie in the ninth inning, leading the Tribe to a road victory. He's gotten off to a slow start, and he'll really need to pick up the pace if he's to come anywhere near matching his big numbers of 2016. It might be a wise move to keep him on your bench - if you have the luxury - until he heats up.