MLB Player News

The Athletics reinstated Basso (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Las Vegas on Monday.

Basso began the season on the IL while recovering from a left shoulder strain, then experienced a setback in June during his rehab assignment that resulted in him being shut down from throwing for a spell. He was given the green light to restart his rehab assignment in Triple-A last week, and after making two appearances for Las Vegas, Basso will now remain with the affiliate since the Athletics didn't have an opening for him in the bullpen. The Athletics reopened a spot for Basso on the 40-man roster by transferring catcher Austin Wynns (abdomen) from the 10-day IL to the 60-day IL in a corresponding move.

The Rays recalled Pereira from Triple-A Durham on Monday.

Acquired from the Yankees at the deadline in a trade that sent Jose Caballero to New York, Pereira has slashed .256/.359/.508 with 21 home runs, nine stolen bases and a 29.2 percent strikeout rate at the Triple-A level in 2025. The right-handed hitter should at least see starts against left-handed pitching, and he could earn reps versus righties, too.

The Rays optioned Peters to Triple-A Durham on Monday.

Peters started three straight games in center field after having his contract selected Friday, but he now finds himself back in the minors after going 0-for-9 with five strikeouts. His roster spot will be absorbed by Everson Pereira.

The Royals placed Harvey on the 15-day injured list Monday with a right adductor strain.

Harvey has yet to allow a run this season, but he's been limited to just 12 relief appearances due to a shoulder injury and now an adductor strain. He will be eligible for activation Aug. 26, but it's unclear whether he'll have a chance to be ready at that time.

The Royals recalled Luinder Avila from Triple-A Omaha on Monday.

The move corresponds with the Royals placing Hunter Harvey on the 15-day injured list due to a right adductor strain. Avila has spent most of the 2025 season in Triple-A, where he has a 4.67 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 51:19 K:BB across 44.1 innings. Though he's mostly operated as a starter in the minors, Avila will likely be a part of the Royals' bullpen -- potentially as a multi-inning reliever -- following Harvey's placement on the IL. Avila's first appearance in a Royals jersey will mark the 23-year-old's major-league debut.

Mayer (wrist) is scheduled to play catch Monday, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.

Mayer has been on the 10-day injured list since July 24 due to a sprained right wrist. He was recovering from the injury slower than expected, even after receiving an anti-inflammatory injection for his wrist Aug. 2, but he has progressed enough to start baseball activities. How Mayer's wrist responds to increased work will determine his timeline for a return to the majors this season.

The Astros recalled Melton from Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday.

Houston optioned left-hander Colton Gordon to Triple-A to clear room on the 26-man active roster for Melton. The 24-year-old outfielder received his first big-league call-up June 1 and went 7-for-37 (.206 average) with no home runs and three steals over 13 games while also missing extended time due to a sprained ankle before he was demoted to Triple-A on Aug. 1. Though he's back with the big club, Melton likely won't be in line for regular playing time while Jesus Sanchez, Taylor Trammell and Cam Smith typically form Houston's starting outfield trio.

Rodriguez underwent a successful right elbow debridement to remove a bone spur Monday, Danielle Allentuck of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.

He's done for the remainder of the season, but Rodriguez hopes to be ready to throw off a mound early on in the offseason and report to spring training without restrictions. The right-hander has not pitched in the majors since July 2024 due to myriad arm problems.

Hill has been promoted to High-A Cedar Rapids, Seth Stohs of TwinsDaily.com reports.

Hill had a 2.77 ERA with a 68:33 K:BB in 52 innings at Single-A Fort Myers. Hill, the 69th overall pick in the 2024 First-Year Player Draft, had an aggressive placement at Single-A out of high school to begin the season and he's exceeded expectations. He'll need to reduce his walk rate (15.9%) at High-A, however.

Carter (back) took batting practice Monday and could begin a rehab assignment as soon as Tuesday, Kennedi Landry of MLB.com reports.

Carter has responded well to an injection for his injured back and is nearly ready to play in games. The outfielder has been sidelined for less than two weeks, so his rehab assignment is likely to be brief. Wyatt Langford has been playing center field since Carter went down, but Langford should return to left field once Carter is ready to return.