Major League Baseball

Astros optimistic on Alvarez as MRI shows strain

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has a strained muscle at the top of his right hand, a diagnosis that instills optimism he won't have a prolonged stay on the IL.

Brewers' Contreras playing with fractured finger

Brewers catcher William Contreras intends to continue playing through a fractured finger that the team believes he first suffered last season.

White Sox put Benintendi on IL with calf strain

The White Sox placed outfielder Andrew Benintendi on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with a left calf strain suffered over the weekend against the Astros.

Reds place 3B Marte on IL due to oblique injury

The Reds placed third baseman Noelvi Marte on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain on Wednesday.

Dodgers OF Hernandez (groin) out 'for a while'

An MRI showed that Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez has a Grade 1 groin strain, manager Dave Roberts told reporters Tuesday.

Cubs' Imanaga to 'continue to throw' while on IL

Sitting in first place in the NL Central, the Chicago Cubs are going to be cautious with Shota Imanaga, 31, while the left-hander recovers from a hamstring injury, and the pitcher will keep his arm loose by playing catch, as he gives his leg time to heal.

Nats' Soroka shines in IL return before wilting

Michael Soroka pitched five outstanding innings in his return from the IL before falling apart against the Guardians.

Yankees designate vet Carrasco for assignment

Veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco was designated for assignment by the New York Yankees, the club announced Tuesday.

💰Passan predicts next wave of mega-contracts

These players are due to get paid, from who will join the nine-figure club to who could break Juan Soto's record.