MLB Player News

The Mets activated Nunez (elbow) from the 60-day injured list Tuesday.

The Mets traded away most of their bullpen at the deadline aside from closer Devin Williams, so Nunez could be thrust into a high-leverage role right away. The 30-year-old right-hander underwent Tommy John surgery in July 2025 and has looked good on his rehab assignment, posting a 3.00 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 9:5 K:BB in nine innings for Triple-A Syracuse. In his most recent appearance Saturday, he appeared to be comfortably sitting around 96 mph with his fastball.

The Marlins optioned Fulton to Triple-A Jacksonville on Tuesday, Kevin Barral of FishonFirst.com reports.

Fulton is clearing off the roster to make room for the Marlins' trade-deadline acquisitions. The lefty has allowed seven runs with a 12:10 K:BB over 14 innings at the big-league level this season.

The Marlins will recall Ramirez from Triple-A Jacksonville prior to Tuesday's contest in Atlanta, Kevin Barral of FishonFirst.com reports.

Ramirez was sent down to Jacksonville in early May after slashing only .230/.318/.345 with two home runs in his first 31 contests. He's been better at Jacksonville, though a .254/.332/.427 batting line wasn't exactly forcing the Marlins' hand. Ramirez has not played a position other than catcher this season, and with Joe Mack slated to continue serving as the Marlins' primary backstop, it's unclear how much playing time Ramirez will receive.

Walston (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment Tuesday, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports.

Walston is finally rehab to pitch in official games following a long rehab from Tommy John surgery. The left-hander has a chance to contribute for the Diamondbacks in September, though he's not a given to rejoin the major-league roster once his rehab assignment concludes.

Jameson (hip) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session recently and will progress to a simulated game Tuesday, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports.

Right hip inflammation has kept Jameson out of commission for the past two weeks, but he's progressing well. A rehab assignment looks to be right around the corner, with a return to the Diamondbacks not long after that if he continues on his current trajectory.

Gurriel (adductor) hopes to gain clearance to increase baseball activities at a follow-up appointment Wednesday, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports.

Gurriel landed on the 10-day injured list just after the All-Star break with a strained right adductor. He's been doing light activities, but a timetable for his return to action will not become apparent until he ramps things up. With Jordan Lawlar (hamstring) likely to beat Gurriel back from the IL and Lars Nootbaar being acquired via trade, it's unclear that Gurriel's role will look like upon his return.

Troy (shoulder) is likely to participate in extended spring training games this week, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports.

If that goes well, Troy should be cleared for a formal rehab assignment soon. The 24-year-old has been sidelined since mid-July as he battles his way back from a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder. Troy should be back with the Diamondbacks before the end of August if all goes well.

Lawlar (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Amarillo on Tuesday, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports.

Lawlar will play back-to-back rehab games Tuesday and Wednesday before the Diamondbacks determine the next steps for the outfielder. Considering Lawlar has been sidelined since late June with a strained right hamstring, he is likely to require a handful of rehab contests before being reinstated.

Burnes (elbow/teres major) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports.

Burnes suffered a teres major strain while throwing to hitters in June, delaying his Tommy John surgery rehab. He resumed throwing on flat ground July 10 and is now ready to get back on a mound again. A plan for Burnes to face hitters again will be mapped out following Tuesday's mound work. Burnes is aiming to rejoin the Diamondbacks by early September, though that might be optimistic given where he's at in his throwing program.

Bernal is slashing .288/.360/.569 with nine home runs, 12 doubles and 42 RBI in 38 games since the start of June.

Bernal has already set a new career high this season with 14 home runs, and he's sporting a 118 wRC+, 11.6 percent walk rate and 19.6 percent strikeout rate. The Cardinals didn't wind up trading any catchers at the deadline, which could make it difficult for Bernal to crack the big-league roster before the end of this season; however, the switch-hitting 22-year-old looks ready for an opportunity when called upon.