MLB Player News

Garver went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Monday's loss to the Orioles.

Garver came through with his ninth home run of the season in the top of the fifth inning, belting a three-run blast to break a 2-2 tie. After homering in three straight games from May 22 to May 25, he's homered just three times since over 21 games. Garver is also struggling to a .211/.294/.409 slash line over 49 games in 2022.

Casali left Monday's game against the Diamondbacks with a right side injury, Evan Webeck of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Casali appeared to suffer the injury on a swing in the top of the sixth inning, and he eventually walked off the field after being checked out by the trainer. If Casali is forced to miss significant time, Austin Wynns and Yermin Mercedes would both see more opportunities behind the dish.

Contreras was removed in the 10th inning of Monday's loss against the Brewers due to hamstring tightness, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Contreras was curiously replaced in extra innings, but manager David Ross explained after the game that the backstop was pulled due to the injury. He'll be considered day-to-day and figures to be re-evaluated Tuesday morning.

Jeffers (thumb) is in the lineup for Monday's game against the White Sox.

Jeffers has not played since injuring his thumb Friday, but he is ready to get back on the field. He will get the nod behind the plate and occupy the ninth spot in the Twins' batting order.

Stephenson (thumb) could return during the Reds' current homestand, according to Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer.

Stephenson is set to begin a rehab assignment Monday night, and if all goes as planned in the days ahead, he could be back with the big club by the end of next weekend.

Kolozsvary was recalled from Triple-A Louisville on Monday.

Kolozsvary will join the Reds for the second time this season and serve as the team's third catcher. His latest stint with the big club may not be a long one, as fellow backstop Tyler Stephenson (thumb) is on the verge of returning to action.

Maldonado isn't starting Monday's game against the Royals.

Maldonado drew starts in the last four games and went 3-for-12 with a pair of solo home runs, a walk and four strikeouts during that time. Korey Lee is starting behind the plate and batting ninth Monday.

McCann isn't starting Monday's game against Cincinnati, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

McCann has alternated starts behind the dish recently, and he'll take a seat after he went 1-for-3 with a double and two strikeouts during Sunday's win over the Rangers. Tomas Nido is starting at catcher and batting ninth.

Jansen (finger) will begin a rehab assignment Monday with Triple-A Buffalo.

Jansen has been out of action since breaking his hand in early June, but he has recovered and is ready to get back behind the plate.

Herrera was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Monday.

Herrera joined the big club for a second time in mid-June, but he picked up just two hits over 18 at-bats, so he will head back to the minors for the time being. Herrera is one of the Cardinals' better prospects, so he could get another shot with the big club before the campaign comes to a close, particularly if Yadier Molina (knee) continues to miss time.