Major League Baseball

Braves, Strider await doc's evaluation of elbow

Spencer Strider's MRI revealed inflammation in his ailing right elbow, and the Braves won't know the next step for their right-handed pitcher until the results are viewed by Dr. Keith Meister.

Royals' Pasquantino could be out up to 6 weeks

Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino had surgery on a fractured hamate bone in his right hand and could miss up to six weeks.

Guardians 3B Ramirez breaks bone in left hand

Guardians veteran third baseman Jose Ramirez, a seven-time AL All-Star, broke a bone in his left hand on a swing during his team's 3-1 victory over the Tigers and will be sidelined an indefinite period.

Astros ace Brown to return to rotation vs. Tigers

Astros ace right-hander Hunter Brown, who hasn't pitched in an MLB game since March 31 due to a Grade 2 shoulder strain, will return to the starting rotation Tuesday.

Giants put reliever Winn on IL with elbow strain

The Giants have placed right-hander Keaton Winn on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain just days after he completed back-to-back-to-back outings.

Tigers' Skubal loses in return, says rust no excuse

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, making his first start since April 29, showed some rust while pitching 4 2/3 innings in a 3-1 loss to the Guardians but said, "I need to be better, plain and simple."

Cubs' Suzuki (knee) scratched day after exit

Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki left Saturday's 6-1 victory over the Giants because of right knee discomfort and was scratched from Sunday's game.

Padres place Fermin on 7-day concussion IL

The Padres have placed catcher Freddy Fermin on the seven-day concussion injured list.

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