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Edmundo Sosa (3B/2B - PHI)
8/29/26 2:53 AM - Sosa’s slam saves the day as Phillies beat Angels in another wild comeback. Edmundo Sosa's grand slam wiped away a night of bad breaks and miscues for the Phillies in Anaheim.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
8/29/26 2:53 AM - Sosa’s slam saves the day as Phillies beat Angels in another wild comeback. Edmundo Sosa's grand slam wiped away a night of bad breaks and miscues for the Phillies in Anaheim.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/29/26 2:14 AM - Tarik Skubal emotional in return to Detroit with Dodgers, faces mixed reaction from Tigers fans. There were scattered boos for Skubal before he worked six excellent innings
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/tarik-skubal-de...
8/29/26 2:14 AM - Tarik Skubal emotional in return to Detroit with Dodgers, faces mixed reaction from Tigers fans. There were scattered boos for Skubal before he worked six excellent innings
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/tarik-skubal-de...
Ronald Acuna (OF - ATL)
8/29/26 12:27 AM - Slumping Acuna shifts to cleanup, sparks Braves. Batting cleanup for the first time since 2022, Ronald Acuna broke out with three hits to lift the Braves to a 6-4 win over the Rockies on Friday night.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49758679/slump...
8/29/26 12:27 AM - Slumping Acuna shifts to cleanup, sparks Braves. Batting cleanup for the first time since 2022, Ronald Acuna broke out with three hits to lift the Braves to a 6-4 win over the Rockies on Friday night.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49758679/slump...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/28/26 9:13 PM - Skubal met with cheers in stellar Detroit return. Tarik Skubal heard mostly cheers and some jeers in his first start in Detroit since he was traded to the Dodgers and treated the Comerica Park crowd to six dominant innings against his former team Friday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49757470/dodge...
8/28/26 9:13 PM - Skubal met with cheers in stellar Detroit return. Tarik Skubal heard mostly cheers and some jeers in his first start in Detroit since he was traded to the Dodgers and treated the Comerica Park crowd to six dominant innings against his former team Friday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49757470/dodge...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
8/28/26 9:13 PM - Ohtani throws another bullpen session; return TBD. Shohei Ohtani threw a short bullpen session Friday as the Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way star moves closer to a return to the mound.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49756752/dodge...
8/28/26 9:13 PM - Ohtani throws another bullpen session; return TBD. Shohei Ohtani threw a short bullpen session Friday as the Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way star moves closer to a return to the mound.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49756752/dodge...
Spencer Schwellenbach (P - ATL)
8/28/26 9:13 PM - Braves' Schwellenbach, Waldrep done for season. Braves right-handers Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep will have season-ending surgeries following setbacks in their rehabilitations from right elbow procedures before the season.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49756199/brave...
8/28/26 9:13 PM - Braves' Schwellenbach, Waldrep done for season. Braves right-handers Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep will have season-ending surgeries following setbacks in their rehabilitations from right elbow procedures before the season.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49756199/brave...
Nolan McLean (P - NYM)
8/28/26 8:52 PM - Where did Nolan McLean's sweeper go?. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/mets-rookie-nolan-mclean-...
8/28/26 8:52 PM - Where did Nolan McLean's sweeper go?. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/mets-rookie-nolan-mclean-...
Jean Cabrera (P - PHI)
8/28/26 8:04 PM - Phillies release former organizational minor-league pitcher of the year amid disaster season. The Phillies released a former organizational minor-league pitcher of the year amid a disaster season from the starter. Right-hander Jean Cabrera, named a Paul Owens Award winner by the club in 2021, was released on Friday, the Double-A Reading Fightin Phils announced. He had previously been designated for assignment by the Phillies last month. Cabrera, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
8/28/26 8:04 PM - Phillies release former organizational minor-league pitcher of the year amid disaster season. The Phillies released a former organizational minor-league pitcher of the year amid a disaster season from the starter. Right-hander Jean Cabrera, named a Paul Owens Award winner by the club in 2021, was released on Friday, the Double-A Reading Fightin Phils announced. He had previously been designated for assignment by the Phillies last month. Cabrera, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
Christian Scott (P - NYM)
8/28/26 4:54 PM - Christian Scott unravels in sixth inning, Mets offense goes cold in 3-1 loss to Astros. The Mets lost 3-1 to the Houston Astros at Citi Field on Friday, Aug. 28, the first of a three-game series.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-astros-christian-scot...
8/28/26 4:54 PM - Christian Scott unravels in sixth inning, Mets offense goes cold in 3-1 loss to Astros. The Mets lost 3-1 to the Houston Astros at Citi Field on Friday, Aug. 28, the first of a three-game series.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-astros-christian-scot...
Aaron Nola (P - PHI)
8/28/26 3:41 PM - Phillies veteran Aaron Nola shares thoughts on homegrown starter Andrew Painter, pitching as rookie: ‘It’s going to help him a lot down the road’. Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola, the club’s first-round pick in the 2014 draft and the longest-tenured player on the team, watched from the first-base dugout as his fellow homegrown pitcher made the best start of his young career this past Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park. The 33-year-old Nola has said on plenty of occasions that […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
8/28/26 3:41 PM - Phillies veteran Aaron Nola shares thoughts on homegrown starter Andrew Painter, pitching as rookie: ‘It’s going to help him a lot down the road’. Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola, the club’s first-round pick in the 2014 draft and the longest-tenured player on the team, watched from the first-base dugout as his fellow homegrown pitcher made the best start of his young career this past Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park. The 33-year-old Nola has said on plenty of occasions that […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
Matt Shaw (3B - CHC)
8/28/26 2:22 PM - Shaw returns to Cubs after two-month IL stint. The Cubs activated utilityman Matt Shaw from the injured list after he missed two months with a sprained left hand.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49754484/cubs-...
8/28/26 2:22 PM - Shaw returns to Cubs after two-month IL stint. The Cubs activated utilityman Matt Shaw from the injured list after he missed two months with a sprained left hand.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49754484/cubs-...
Nico Hoerner (2B - CHC)
8/28/26 1:37 PM - All-dirt fields, swinging with one hand and screaming at teammates: Nico Hoerner's unique path to the majors. In an era of big-money youth baseball, the Cubs' second baseman took an unusual route to stardom.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49742055/mlb-2...
8/28/26 1:37 PM - All-dirt fields, swinging with one hand and screaming at teammates: Nico Hoerner's unique path to the majors. In an era of big-money youth baseball, the Cubs' second baseman took an unusual route to stardom.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49742055/mlb-2...
Devin Williams (P - NYM)
8/28/26 12:21 PM - Mets still ‘hope and anticipate’ for Devin Williams to return this season. Devin Williams hasn’t started a throwing progression yet, but interim manager Andy Green said pregame Friday that the closer is getting close to doing so.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-still-hope-and-antici...
8/28/26 12:21 PM - Mets still ‘hope and anticipate’ for Devin Williams to return this season. Devin Williams hasn’t started a throwing progression yet, but interim manager Andy Green said pregame Friday that the closer is getting close to doing so.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-still-hope-and-antici...
Chris Sale (P - ATL)
8/28/26 12:17 PM - Chris Sale makes Cy Young statement with complete-game shutout as Braves complete sweep of Dodgers. The Braves gained significant ground on the Dodgers in the NL postseason picture
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/chris-sale-shut...
8/28/26 12:17 PM - Chris Sale makes Cy Young statement with complete-game shutout as Braves complete sweep of Dodgers. The Braves gained significant ground on the Dodgers in the NL postseason picture
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/chris-sale-shut...
Jorge Polanco (DH/2B - NYM)
8/28/26 12:11 PM - Mets expect Jorge Polanco to be in ‘baseball progression’ for spring training following successful surgery. Mets 1B/DH Jorge Polanco underwent successful surgery earlier this week, interim manager Andy Green revealed to reporters prior to Friday’s opener with the Astros.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-expect-jorge-polanco-...
8/28/26 12:11 PM - Mets expect Jorge Polanco to be in ‘baseball progression’ for spring training following successful surgery. Mets 1B/DH Jorge Polanco underwent successful surgery earlier this week, interim manager Andy Green revealed to reporters prior to Friday’s opener with the Astros.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-expect-jorge-polanco-...
Juan Soto (OF - NYM)
8/28/26 12:10 PM - Mets’ Juan Soto just about ready to return, doesn’t anticipate needing rehab assignment. The Mets appear to be close to getting a massive boost in the middle of their lineup with the return of star slugger Juan Soto.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-juan-soto-just-about-...
8/28/26 12:10 PM - Mets’ Juan Soto just about ready to return, doesn’t anticipate needing rehab assignment. The Mets appear to be close to getting a massive boost in the middle of their lineup with the return of star slugger Juan Soto.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-juan-soto-just-about-...
Nico Hoerner (2B - CHC)
8/28/26 10:21 AM - All-dirt fields, swinging with one hand and screaming at teammates: Nico Hoerner's unique path to the majors. In an era of big-money youth baseball, the Cubs' second baseman took an unusual route to stardom.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49742055/mlb-2...
8/28/26 10:21 AM - All-dirt fields, swinging with one hand and screaming at teammates: Nico Hoerner's unique path to the majors. In an era of big-money youth baseball, the Cubs' second baseman took an unusual route to stardom.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49742055/mlb-2...
Chris Devenski (P - PIT)
8/28/26 10:14 AM - Mets select Chris Devenski from Triple-A, transfer Jorge Polanco to 60-day IL. The Mets have made a roster move for a fresh arm ahead of Friday's series opener.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-select-chris-devenski...
8/28/26 10:14 AM - Mets select Chris Devenski from Triple-A, transfer Jorge Polanco to 60-day IL. The Mets have made a roster move for a fresh arm ahead of Friday's series opener.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-select-chris-devenski...
Chris Sale (P - ATL)
8/28/26 9:21 AM - 'This is mine': Sale tops 100 mph, goes distance. Chris Sale threw his two fastest pitches since 2018, both to Shohei Ohtani, in his first complete game since 2019 as the Braves clinched a sweep of the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49749335/sale-...
8/28/26 9:21 AM - 'This is mine': Sale tops 100 mph, goes distance. Chris Sale threw his two fastest pitches since 2018, both to Shohei Ohtani, in his first complete game since 2019 as the Braves clinched a sweep of the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49749335/sale-...
Jonah Tong (P - NYM)
8/28/26 5:45 AM - Mets wisely making Jonah Tong earn it as next rotation opportunity awaits. It's clear the Mets have a plan with Jonah Tong. And that plan is to not rush him, even if there is an obvious need at the big league level.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jonah-tong-rotation-o...
8/28/26 5:45 AM - Mets wisely making Jonah Tong earn it as next rotation opportunity awaits. It's clear the Mets have a plan with Jonah Tong. And that plan is to not rush him, even if there is an obvious need at the big league level.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jonah-tong-rotation-o...
Chris Sale (P - ATL)
8/28/26 2:34 AM - Braves' Sale demands ball in 9th to cap 1st complete game since 2019 in 1-0 shutout of Dodgers. Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss says veteran left-hander Chris Sale was “on a mission” against the Los Angeles Dodgers after learning before the game about the death of a friend. Sale allowed five hits and struck out 11 in a dominant 1-0 win. It was the first complete game and shutout since 2019 for the 37-year-old Sale and it gave the Braves a three-game sweep of the Dodgers in their matchup of National League division leaders. Weiss says the performance was “a perfect example” of how Hall of Famers “are just different.”
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/braves-sale-d...
8/28/26 2:34 AM - Braves' Sale demands ball in 9th to cap 1st complete game since 2019 in 1-0 shutout of Dodgers. Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss says veteran left-hander Chris Sale was “on a mission” against the Los Angeles Dodgers after learning before the game about the death of a friend. Sale allowed five hits and struck out 11 in a dominant 1-0 win. It was the first complete game and shutout since 2019 for the 37-year-old Sale and it gave the Braves a three-game sweep of the Dodgers in their matchup of National League division leaders. Weiss says the performance was “a perfect example” of how Hall of Famers “are just different.”
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/braves-sale-d...
Chris Sale (P - ATL)
8/28/26 12:55 AM - 'This is mine': Sale tops 100 mph, goes distance. Chris Sale threw his two fastest pitches since 2018, both to Shohei Ohtani, in his first complete game since 2019 as the Braves clinched a sweep of the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49749335/sale-...
8/28/26 12:55 AM - 'This is mine': Sale tops 100 mph, goes distance. Chris Sale threw his two fastest pitches since 2018, both to Shohei Ohtani, in his first complete game since 2019 as the Braves clinched a sweep of the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49749335/sale-...