MLB Player News

Imaging revealed a flexor strain in Judge's right elbow Saturday that will send him to the injured list, Jack Curry of YES Network reports.

The superstar's UCL is intact, however, which should allow him to avoid an extended stay on the injured list, though it's unclear exactly how long he's expected to be sidelined. Cody Bellinger, Trent Grisham and Jasson Dominguez will presumably operate as the Yankees' outfield trio while Judge is out.

The Rangers will activate Pederson (hand) from the 10-day injured list Sunday, Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Pederson made two starts at first base prior to fracturing his hand in late May and made another start at first base during his rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco this week, but the Rangers intend to use him as a full-time designated hitter once he's activated. The 33-year-old slugger, who went 2-for-6 with a walk and a run scored during his two-game rehab assignment, had posted a .507 OPS through 145 plate appearances with the Rangers prior to landing on the shelf.

Wilson isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Houston.

Wilson broke a four-game hitless streak with a single during Friday's contest, and he'll take a seat Saturday while Max Schuemann starts at shortstop and bats eighth.

Caratini isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Athletics.

Although he owns a .999 OPS through 35 plate appearances against southpaws this season, Caratini will step out of the starting nine Saturday with left-hander Jacob Lopez on the mound for the A's. Jose Altuve will assume the role of DH while Caratini rests, opening up left field for Cooper Hummel.

Robert (groin) isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game versus the Cubs.

Robert will miss a second consecutive start Saturday due to groin tightness. Brooks Baldwin will shift to center field as a result, and Michael Taylor will start in left.

Higashioka (hamstring) isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Saturday marks the third consecutive start Higashioka will miss since he strained his hamstring during Tuesday's contest. Manager Bruce Bochy previously said he was hopeful the 35-year-old catcher could avoid a trip to the injured list, though that may change if his absence extends another couple of games. Jonah Heim will draw another start behind the plate and bat ninth Saturday.

The Twins recalled Gasper from Triple-A St. Paul on Saturday.

Gasper will join the big-league roster to provide Minnesota with depth behind the plate while Ryan Jeffers is on paternity leave. The 29-year-old Gasper owns just a .488 OPS through 39 plate appearances in the majors this season, so Christian Vazquez will likely take over as the Twins' main backstop.

The Twins placed Jeffers on the paternity list Saturday.

Jeffers will be permitted to miss up to three games while he welcomes a new addition to his family. Christian Vazquez figures to start behind the dish while Jeffers is away, and Mickey Gasper will come up from Triple-A to provide a bit of insurance at catcher.

Caglianone was removed from the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Guardians with left hamstring tightness.

After grounding into a double play during the second inning, Caglianone was replaced on defense to begin the third. The severity of his injury remains unknown, though the Royals should offer more information as the 22-year-old continues to be evaluated.

The Tigers designated Hartlieb for assignment Saturday.

After making two appearances with the Tigers and giving up two runs over two innings, Hartlieb will now be cast off the 40-man roster. Luke Jackson, who signed an MLB deal with Detroit on Saturday, will claim the open spot in the bullpen.