MLB Player News

Correa went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run in Sunday's loss to Baltimore.

Correa launched a three-run homer in the second inning, but the Astros would fall in the series finale. The 24-year-old finished out his team's weekend series on a high note, going 5-for-11 with two homers and five RBI over his last two contests.

Bichette went 2-for-4 in Sunday's loss to the Yankees.

Bichette went 0-for-7 to begin Toronto's weekend series with New York, but he managed to scratch across a pair of base knocks Sunday in a 1-0 loss. The 21-year-old rookie continues to rack up hits in the big leagues, slashing .367/.424/.717 with 13 extra-base hits and seven RBI over 14 games.

Luciano was promoted to short-season Salem-Keizer, Giants Prospects reports.

The top prospect to sign on July 2, 2018, Luciano hit .322/.438/.616 with 10 home runs and eight steals in the AZL. He turns 18 in September and is one of the most exciting prospects in the minor leagues.

Swanson's recovery from a foot contusion "hasn't really taken the turn for the better like we wanted," said manager Brian Snitker, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports.

His return is clearly not imminent, and he could be dealing with something slightly worse than a contusion. Swanson should be considered out indefinitely, and in shallower leagues without injured-list spots, it might be time to pivot to a different option. Charlie Culberson and Johan Camargo will continue to share time at shortstop.

Arcia is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rangers.

This is Arcia's second absence in three days, with both coming against opposing lefty starters. A right-handed batter, Arcia is slashing just .245/.290/.367 with the platoon advantage this season, while Hernan Perez is a .272/.293/.442 career hitter against lefties.

Owings' contract was selected from Triple-A Pawtucket, and he is leading off and starting at second base Sunday against the Angels, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

He played second base, third base, shortstop and all three outfield spots while at Pawtucket, so Owings is seemingly prepared for a utility role with Boston. He hit .133 in 145 plate appearances with the Royals earlier this season and batted .325/.385/.595 with 11 home runs in 44 games with Pawtucket.

Gordon will start at second base and bat seventh in Saturday's game against the Rays.

Gordon was activated from the injured list just prior to Saturday's game and will man second base. His slot as the seventh batter in the order is noteworthy, as he has primarily been either the leadoff or ninth hitter for the M's this season.

Gordon (quadriceps) was activated from the 10-day injured list Saturday, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

Gordon was placed on the IL on July 23 for what was supposed to be a relatively short stay. While his absence was longer than expected, it may have given him enough time to fully heal, an important factor given the value of his speed. Gordon should be set to regain his role as the regular starter at second base.

Ahmed isn't in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Dodgers.

Ahmed is 2-for-12 over his last three matchups, so he'll catch a breather Saturday evening. Ketel Marte draws the start at shortstop and will hit second in Ahmed's absence.

Camargo is not in the starting lineup Saturday against the Marlins.

Camargo will sit for the third consecutive game, giving way to Charlie Culberson, who will start at shortstop and bat eighth. Camargo has regularly appeared in the starting lineup in the absence of Dansby Swanson (foot), but he has just three hits -- none for extra bases -- and four walks in his last 25 plate appearances.