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Angels make Travis d’Arnaud injury decision before Blue Jays game

The Los Angeles Angels placed catcher Travis d’Arnaud on the 10-day injured list due to right foot plantar fasciitis on Friday ahead of their game against the Toronto Blue Jays, the team announced. The move is retroactive to Thursday. Additionally, the Angels selected the contract of catcher Omar Martinez in a corresponding move. d’Arnaud suffered the […] The post Angels make Travis d’Arnaud injury decision before Blue Jays game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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MLB rumors: Astros not trading Yordan Alvarez despite difficult season

The Houston Astros have endured a difficult season so far. They are currently 15-23 and tied for last place in the American League West standings. While the idea of the Astros trading Yordan Alvarez seems unrealistic, it has been mentioned as a possibility. However, according to Will Kunkel, Houston is not planning to trade the […] The post MLB rumors: Astros not trading Yordan Alvarez despite difficult season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The reason Astros star Carlos Correa is not starting vs. Dodgers

The Houston Astros are set to host the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night. However, they will be without veteran Carlos Correa, who was reportedly scratched from the lineup before the game due to an ankle injury. “Correa apparently injured the ankle during batting practice — the second day in a row the Astros have […] The post The reason Astros star Carlos Correa is not starting vs. Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Will Mariners’ Brendan Donovan make injury return soon? Here’s the latest update

The Seattle Mariners are hoping for big things from infielder Brendan Donovan this season. Donovan has been slowed down by an injury recently, but is getting an encouraging update. “Brendan Donovan at DH today in his first rehab appearance in Arkansas. If all goes well today and tomorrow, he’s scheduled to join the Mariners in […] The post Will Mariners’ Brendan Donovan make injury return soon? Here’s the latest update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners’ Cal Raleigh out again vs. Braves with side injury as IL decision looms

Cal Raleigh hasn’t been himself this season since his WBC disaster for Team USA, but the Seattle Mariners catcher is still an important piece of the team’s lineup. With the Mariners struggling to piece together wins and a devastating three-game sweep at the hands of the lowly Kansas City Royals this past weekend, they now […] The post Mariners’ Cal Raleigh out again vs. Braves with side injury as IL decision looms appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros’ Christian Walker shares big update after injury scare vs. Red Sox

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker thankfully avoided disaster during Saturday’s 6-3 road win over the Boston Red Sox. The right-handed slugger was hit in the head with a 93 mph fastball by rookie reliever Tyler Samaniego during the ninth inning. A chunk of his helmet flew off, and the trainers immediately rushed to his […] The post Astros’ Christian Walker shares big update after injury scare vs. Red Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Lance McCullers Jr. is most to blame for Astros’ awful start to 2026 season

The Houston Astros entered 2026 with legitimate playoff aspirations. A deep lineup anchored by Yordan Alvarez, a revamped rotation, and a full-strength roster, on paper, all the pieces were in place for a bounce-back season. Instead, Houston sits at 12-21, tied for last place in the American League West and on pace for a 59-103 […] The post Why Lance McCullers Jr. is most to blame for Astros’ awful start to 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners manager shares crucial Brendan Donovan injury update

The Seattle Mariners acquired Brendan Donovan from the St. Louis Cardinals in a trade this past offseason. There was excitement around the deal and it seemed as if Donovan was a perfect fit for the team. After swinging the bat well to begin the new campaign, Donovan landed on the injured list with a groin […] The post Mariners manager shares crucial Brendan Donovan injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Athletics’ Brent Rooker takes big step toward injury return before Rangers game

Athletics star outfielder Brent Rooker is currently on the injured list with an oblique injury. It seems as if he is trending in the right direction, however. On Friday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com shared an update on Rooker before the team’s game against the Texas Rangers. “Brent Rooker is taking batting practice with the A’s […] The post Athletics’ Brent Rooker takes big step toward injury return before Rangers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rangers’ Evan Carter gives in-depth breakdown of inside-the-park home run vs. Pirates

The Texas Rangers earned a 6-1 victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday. The Rangers have played fairly well and are tied with the Athletics for first place in the American League West with a 13-12 record. On Thursday, Evan Carter made a significant impact with an inside-the-park home run. EVAN CARTER INSIDE-THE-PARK HOME RUN‼️ […] The post Rangers’ Evan Carter gives in-depth breakdown of inside-the-park home run vs. Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What’s next in injury recovery for former All-Star reliever Kirby Yates with Angels?

Los Angeles Angels reliever Kirby Yates is continuing to recover from left knee inflammation. Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com shared the latest update on Yates ahead of the team’s game on Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays. “Kirby Yates (left knee inflammation) had his rehab assignment transferred to Triple-A Salt Lake and will pitch tonight and […] The post What’s next in injury recovery for former All-Star reliever Kirby Yates with Angels? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners’ Cal Raleigh reveals fatal flaw he’s ‘guilty’ of during brutal start

The Seattle Mariners are off to a tough start to the 2026 Major League Baseball season. One of Seattle’s players, star Cal Raleigh, is also off to a cold start. The slugger is hitting at just a .177 batting average so far this campaign. Raleigh is opening up about his struggles, and why he has […] The post Mariners’ Cal Raleigh reveals fatal flaw he’s ‘guilty’ of during brutal start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros lose another player to injured list ahead of Guardians game

The Houston Astros have dealt with no shortage of injury concerns to begin the season. Hunter Brown, Jeremy Pena, Christian Javier, Tatsuya Imai and Josh Hader are among the Astros battling injuries at the moment. On Tuesday, the Astros placed another player on the injured list, as the team announced that outfielder Taylor Trammell is […] The post Astros lose another player to injured list ahead of Guardians game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros Share Josh Hader, Tatsuya Imai, Jeremy Pena Injury Updates

The Houston Astros are set to play the Cleveland Guardians on Monday night. Ahead of the game, the ball club shared multiple injury updates, via Matt Kawahara. "Tatsuya Imai threw a bullpen session today in Houston, per the Astros. Josh Hader will throw a live BP tomorrow in Sugar Land, as will ...

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Brendan Donovan hits Mariners’ injured list with groin strain

The Seattle Mariners will have to navigate the next week or two without utility player Brendan Donovan, as he hit the injured list with a left groin strain on Monday afternoon. The designation is retroactive to April 18, which would make him available to return for the final game of the Mariners series against the […] The post Brendan Donovan hits Mariners’ injured list with groin strain appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels rumors: LA is ‘not trading Mike Trout’, Ken Rosenthal says

Rumors and discussions of a potential Mike Trout trade have swirled for years. In fact, Stephen A. Smith recently brought up the idea during an ESPN First Take segment. Trout has made his loyalty to the Halos clear, though, and the Angels seem to feel the same way. Los Angeles is hoping Trout can lead […] The post Angels rumors: LA is ‘not trading Mike Trout’, Ken Rosenthal says appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Rangers veteran outfielder requested his release

Texas Rangers outfielder Mark Canha has reportedly requested his release, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. “Veteran OF Mark Canha asked for his release today from the Rangers to seek big league opportunities elsewhere,” Heyman wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Canha signed a minor league contract with the Rangers this past offseason. Texas […] The post Why Rangers veteran outfielder requested his release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros’ concerning situation

The Houston Astros are on a downward spiral, and they can’t seem to find a way to stop the bleeding. They suffered their sixth consecutive defeat on Monday, punctuating a four-game series against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash., with a 6-2 loss. Injuries have greatly slowed down Houston, which started the … The post Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros’ concerning situation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Astros get brutal Jeremy Pena, Tatsuya Imai injury news

The 2026 season has not gone according to plan for the Houston Astros so far. The ball club is 6-10 and in last place in the American League West. Additionally, Jeremy Pena and Tatsuya Imai are dealing with injury concerns. According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, both Pena and Imai are being placed on […] The post Astros get brutal Jeremy Pena, Tatsuya Imai injury news appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rangers star Jacob deGrom’s defiant take on Shohei Ohtani matchup proves he’s ultimate competitor

The Texas Rangers earned a 5-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. Jacob deGrom impressed for Texas, as the star right-hander turned in six innings of one-run baseball while striking out nine hitters. Of course, there was plenty of attention on Shohei Ohtani’s at-bats against deGrom, as the best player in baseball faced […] The post Rangers star Jacob deGrom’s defiant take on Shohei Ohtani matchup proves he’s ultimate competitor appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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