MLB Player News

Brasier (concussion) threw live batting practice Saturday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Brasier has been out for over two months after taking a comebacker to the head. Previous reports indicated he'd throw one more live batting practice session before embarking on a rehab assignment, so news of such a move should be coming soon.

Anderson (elbow) will pitch in a game for the Rays' rookie-league Florida Coast League affiliate Monday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Anderson threw a successful bullpen session Saturday, and the medical staff determined afterward that he's ready to ready to return to game action following a brief delay in his recovery due to COVID-related issues. The right-hander will likely need a few rehab appearances following his pause, but he's on track for a return to the major-league mound in mid-to-late August.

Rogers has elected to not undergo surgery on his left middle finger, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Rogers is likely still in line for an extended absence despite deciding to rehab with rest and recovery. The team expects to learn more in the coming days about the timeline for his potential return. Alex Colome has been the favorite for save chances in Minnesota with Rogers and Hansel Robles out of the picture.

Raley's suspension for throwing at J.P. Crawford was reduced on appeal from three to two games Saturday, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

The incident occured back in late July. Raley will begin serving the ban immediately, so he'll miss both weekend games against the Twins but will be eligible to return at the start of next week.

Mejia was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Saturday.

Mejia clearly needed a reset, as he's allowed four or more earned runs in each of his last six starts, struggling to a 12.55 ERA and 2.11 WHIP over that stretch and raising his season ERA to 8.75. His spot in the rotation is due up Monday against Cincinnati, so Cleveland will have to call up a starter by then. For now, it's infielder Andres Gimenez who will take his place on the roster.

Snead was recalled from Triple-A Buffalo on Saturday.

Snead made his first two major-league appearances at the end of July and allowed two hits and no walks while striking out three in 1.2 scoreless frames. He'll serve as a low-leverage relief option after left-hander Tim Mayza (elbow) was placed on the 10-day IL.

Thornton was added as the 27th man for Saturday's doubleheader against Boston.

Thornton should be able to give the Blue Jays length out of the bullpen if called upon in either contest, though he's unlikely to pitch in a high-leverage situation. In 39.1 major-league innings this season, he owns an unremarkable 4.58 ERA and 1.40 WHIP.

Chapman underwent an MRI on Saturday which showed no damage to his elbow ligament beyond typical wear and tear, Andy Martino of SNY.tv reports.

Chapman hit the injured list earlier in the day due to elbow inflammation, and it looks as if, for now, he isn't dealing with anything worse than that. The Yankees have yet to specify when he's expected to return, but it looks as though he'll have a chance at a relatively brief absence. Chad Green and Jonathan Loaisiga are tied for second on the team with three saves apiece and could be the top candidates for saves in his absence.

Warren (1-0) earned the win over the Dodgers on Friday, pitching 2.1 scoreless innings during which he allowed one hit. He did not walk or strike out any batters.

The rookie right-hander was tasked with keeping an explosive Dodgers offense at bay late in the contest and succeeded impressively, allowing just an AJ Pollock single. Warren threw 19 of 28 pitches for strikes and registered his third scoreless outing through four big-league appearances. He has yielded only one earned run while posting a 5:0 K:BB across six innings overall.

Borucki was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo on Saturday.

Borucki rejoined the major-league bullpen in mid-July after he was reinstated from the 60-day injured list, but he posted a lackluster 7.50 ERA and 1.67 WHIP in six innings across seven relief appearances. The southpaw will attempt to right the ship against Triple-A competition.