MLB Player News

Baez (back) is expected to rejoin the lineup Friday against the Athletics, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Baez has been out of the lineup for three consecutive games, but he is available off the bench Thursday. His return will likely hurt the playing time of Andy Ibanez.

Baez (back) is out of the lineup again Thursday at Oakland.

Baez missed the final two games of the Tigers' three-game set at Dodger Stadium due to lower-back tightness and remains sidelined for Thursday's series opener against the Athletics. Zach McKinstry will start at shortstop and bat second versus A's right-hander Luis Medina.

Baez (back) remains out of the lineup Wednesday versus the Dodgers.

Baez was scratched Tuesday due to lower-back tightness and needs at least a bit more rest and treatment. Zach McKinstry will play shortstop and bat second for the Tigers on Wednesday in Los Angeles.

The Blue Jays selected Eden's contract from Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star reports.

Eden, 25, has hit .257/.354/.333 with three home runs and 53 stolen bases with Buffalo this season. He's not much of a prospect, but the outfielder has speed to burn and could function as a pinch runner for the Blue Jays down the stretch.

Clement was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star reports.

Cam Eden is coming up to absorb Clement's spot on the Blue Jays' roster. Clement boasts an .885 OPS in 52 plate appearances in the majors this season, but his opportunities have been few and far between.

McCoy was designated for assignment Wednesday, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star reports.

Toronto needed to free up a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Cam Eden. McCoy was acquired from the Mariners in late July and was hitless in two plate appearances during his brief time in the majors.

Arias is out of the lineup Wednesday versus the Royals.

Arias will be on the bench for the third time in seven games. Prior to that span, the 23-year-old had appeared in 13 consecutive games. Jose Tena will start in his place at shortstop and bat eighth.

Correa (plantar fasciitis) is expected to return from the injured list when first eligible Sept. 29 in Coors Field, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

An MRI taken of Correa's left foot showed a full thickness tear of the central cortex of his plantar fascia, per Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press. That sounds scary but is actually a good thing, as the hope is that it will alleviate the discomfort he's been feeling and he can make it back after a minimum stay on the IL. Royce Lewis (hamstring) could also end up on the shelf after a scheduled MRI this weekend, so Kyle Farmer will play roughly every day and Willi Castro will be used more in the infield.

Story is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Rangers.

Story is hitting .155 with one home run, three steals and 20 strikeouts in 58 at-bats this month. Ceddanne Rafaela is starting at shortstop and leading off against righty Jon Gray.

Correa (plantar fasciitis) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

Correa has dealt with lingering plantar fasciitis for much of the season, but he aggravated the issue Monday and went for an MRI on Tuesday. He will be eligible to return Sept. 29 in Coors Field. Kyle Farmer should assume a prominent role and Trevor Larnach was recalled from Triple-A to allow Willi Castro to spend more time in the infield with Royce Lewis (hamstring) also ailing.