MLB Player News

Tarnok (shoulder) will not require surgery and will begin a throwing program soon, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

Tarnok was placed on the injured list Thursday with a strain in his right shoulder. While still a troubling injury, he avoided the worst outcome and seems likely to be able to pitch again at some point during the 2023 season. An exact timeline remains unclear.

Bautista picked up the save in Thursday's 10-9 victory over the Red Sox, allowing two runs (one earned) off two hits and a walk while striking out two in the ninth inning.

Bautista ran into a bit of trouble in the ninth, allowing the first two batters to reach base and eventually faced the winning run at the plate, but struck out Adam Duvall to secure the win for Baltimore. Coming off a stellar 2022 campaign and an equally-strong spring, Bautista projects to be among the best fantasy closers in 2023.

The Guardians recalled Curry from Triple-A Columbus on Thursday.

Curry had been slated to open the year at Columbus, but Triston McKenzie's (shoulder) injury changed plans. He'll be used in long relief.

Martinez was recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas by the Athletics on Thursday.

Martinez was sent down back in mid-March but winds up making the team after all. Chad Smith was optioned in a corresponding move.

The Guardians placed Hentges (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list Thursday.

Hentges is making progress but will still be a ways away from making his 2023 debut. When healthy, he should be used in a high-leverage role in the Guardians' bullpen.

The Red Sox placed Rodriguez (oblique) on the 15-day injured list Thursday.

Though Rodriguez won't go on the 60-day IL to begin the season, he's expected to miss more than the minimum 15 days while he recovers from the Grade 2 right oblique strain he suffered March 18. Rodriguez has shown improvement since suffering the injury but hasn't initiated a throwing program, and the Red Sox likely won't offer a target date for his return from the IL until he's at the point in his rehab where he's facing hitters.

Mills (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday, retroactive to March 27.

Mills succumbed to right elbow inflammation late in spring training and isn't available for the start of the season. It's unclear how long the 28-year-old will be sidelined, though he shouldn't be expected to be ready to be activated when first eligible April 11.

Brieske was placed on the 15-day injured list by the Tigers on Thursday with right upper arm discomfort.

Brieske felt discomfort after his final Grapefruit League outing. The team is still seeking a more specific diagnosis for the righty and should be able to provide a clearer timetable once that's available.

The White Sox placed Hendriks on the 15-day injured list Thursday as he continues cancer treatment.

Hendriks' recovery is going well, which is why he's being placed on the 15-day and not the 60-day IL. He could need to move to the 60-day IL eventually, but the White Sox are keeping their options open for now.

Uceta was designated for assignment by the Tigers on Thursday.

Uceta missed the cut for Detroit's Opening Day roster and has now lost his spot on the 40-man roster. The 25-year-old made 10 appearances for the Diamondbacks last year and had a 5.82 ERA over 17 innings.