MLB Player News

The White Sox recalled Burger from Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday.

Burger narrowly missed out on a spot on Chicago's Opening Day roster, but he'll be up with the big club just one week into the season with Eloy Jimenez (hamstring) heading to the 10-day injured list. While Jimenez is sidelined, the lefty-hitting Gavin Sheets will likely be the top candidate to step in as the White Sox's primary designated hitter, with the righty-hitting Burger representing a potential platoon mate.

Riley went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's win over the Cardinals.

His first-inning blast off Steven Matz gave Atlanta all the offense it would need in a 4-1 win. Riley has hits in four straight games and homers in two straight, as the streaky third baseman looks to put together an early season heater.

Wisdom is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Reds.

Wisdom has gotten off to a stellar start to the 2023 campaign, going 6-for-16 with two home runs, two doubles, a walk, five RBI and five runs while starting in four of the Cubs' first five games. He'll be on the bench for the second time this season while Nick Madrigal gets a turn at third base for Wednesday's matinee game, but Wisdom should hold down a near-everyday role so long as he's swinging a hot bat.

Reynolds (quadriceps) has gone 2-for-9 with four walks, two RBI and a run through his first three games at Triple-A Louisville this season.

Though dual quad strains suffered early in spring training kept Reynolds from making a serious run at a spot on the Reds' Opening Day roster, he was at least able to heal in time to be ready to go for the start of the minor-league season. He's appeared in three of Louisville's first four games and should occupy a near-everyday role while he remains with the Reds' top affiliate.

LeMahieu went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Phillies.

Getting the start at first base and hitting leadoff, LeMahieu spoiled the Phillies' combined shutout bid by taking Craig Kimbrel deep in the ninth inning. It's LeMahieu's first homer of the season, and the veteran super-utility player has already seen action at three different infield positions this season while batting .294 (5-for-17) through four games with a double, a triple, two RBI and four runs scored.

Newman is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs.

Newman will take a seat for the day game after a night game, allowing Jose Barrero (hamstring) to get a turn at shortstop. While starting in each of the previous four contests, Newman went 3-for-15 with a home run and four RBI.

Duffy went 3-for-3 in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Blue Jays.

Individually, this was an encouraging game from Duffy, but the hitters behind him in the order went a combined 0-for-11 with one walk. Through two games, Duffy is 5-for-7 with a home run, two RBI and one strikeout. He's been one of the Royals' few bright spots, so there's a case to be made for him challenging for more regular playing time -- at least against southpaws.

Vosler went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's loss against the Cubs.

Make it three consecutive games with a homer for Vosler, who had four long balls all of last season (a career high). He also had a triple in the opener, so Vosler is slugging a cool 1.113 in the early going. The 29-year-old is doing his best Brandon Drury impression and the Reds figure to ride with Vosler's hot bat in the starting lineup for the time being, at least against right-handed pitching.

Wisdom (wrist) went 3-for-5 with two doubles, two runs scored and three RBI in Tuesday's 12-5 win over the Reds.

Wisdom took a pitch to his left wrist Monday, but he didn't miss any time and looked fine at the plate Tuesday. The 31-year-old has so far seen time at third base and in right field, and it looks like he could rotate between the two positions but ultimately see regular playing time. Wisdom popped 53 home runs over the past two seasons, so he can be a fantasy factor while he's in the lineup.

Anderson went 3-for-4 with two home runs, a double and six RBI during Tuesday's 9-0 win against the Mets.

The 29-year-old delivered his first long ball of the season in Monday's blowout victory over New York, and he connected again twice to power Milwaukee's offense Tuesday. Anderson hit just eight home runs in 98 games for the Marlins last season, but he's off to a hot start with the Brewers in 2023 with a 1.779 OPS through 15 at-bats.