MLB Player News

The Athletics optioned Alexander to Triple-A Las Vegas on Friday.

Alexander permitted four runs (three earned) over 3.2 innings covering three relief appearances during his time in the majors. Jacob Lopez is absorbing his roster spot.

Abreu is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the White Sox, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

Abreu has started one of three games against left-handed pitchers this season, and he'll take a seat Friday versus Chicago southpaw Martin Perez. Rob Refsnyder is starting in right field and batting sixth.

Casas is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the White Sox, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

The 25-year-old will take a seat against Chicago lefty Martin Perez, as the first baseman has yet to receive a start against a southpaw this season. Casas has struggled to a .172/.243/.266 slash line through 70 plate appearances this year, and he's unlikely to break out of the platoon without first coming alive versus righties. Romy Gonzalez will receive another start at first base for Boston.

Holliday is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Reds, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Holliday will grab a seat as the Reds send southpaw Andrew Abbott to the bump. Jorge Mateo is getting the start at second base and batting ninth for the Orioles.

O'Neill (neck) will start in right field and bat third in Friday's game against the Reds, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

O'Neill missed the previous two contests with neck discomfort but will give it a go for Friday's series opener. The 29-year-old has collected an .829 OPS with two home runs in his first 14 games with the Orioles this season.

The Red Sox optioned Sogard to Triple-A Worcester on Friday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

Sogard was with the Red Sox for just one game while Alex Bregman was on paternity leave and did not get off the bench. He'll return to a utility role at Worcester.

Dobbins was recalled from Triple-A Worcester to start Friday's game against the White Sox, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

The 25-year-old right-hander will get a favorable matchup for his second career MLB start, as Chicago ranks 29th in MLB with just 54 runs scored. Dobbins allowed two runs over five innings in his big-league debut earlier this month and has given up four homers in two appearances with Worcester this year. It'll likely be a spot start for Dobbins since Brayan Bello (shoulder) is expected to come off the injured list next week.

The Red Sox designated Fulmer for assignment Friday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

Fulmer was knocked around in his lone appearance with the big club, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks over 2.2 innings. It was the first outing in the majors for the 32-year-old since 2023, as he missed the entire 2024 season while recovering from UCL revision surgery. It's possible there will be interest via trade or waivers in Fulmer, who offers versatility after being stretched out as a starter at Triple-A Worcester.

The Red Sox activated Bregman from the paternity leave list Friday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.

Bregman missed just one game as he welcomed a new addition to the family. He will be back in uniform for Boston's weekend series at home against the White Sox.

The Mariners optioned Taylor to Triple-A Tacoma on Friday.

Taylor started the season on the 15-day injured list due to a right lat strain he suffered in spring training. He was activated from the IL on Monday, but in his 2025 debut against the Reds on Wednesday he allowed three runs on three hits while failing to record an out. Taylor could get a call back up to the majors when the Mariners need right-handed depth out of the bullpen. Seattle selected the contract of Casey Lawrence from Tacoma in a corresponding move.