MLB Player News

Zimmermann (biceps) could return in early-to-mid-August, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

This is the third time since he was placed on the IL on June 18 that the O's have estimated he was two or three weeks away, so we'll take this timetable with a grain of salt. Once healthy, Zimmermann will likely be sent to the minors to build back up.

Hernandez will start Sunday's game against the Orioles, Lynn Worthy of The Kansas City Star reports.

The righty has a 4.98 ERA and 30:15 K:BB in 21.2 innings this season, but all 12 of his appearances have come in relief. Hernandez did make three starts in 2020, so Sunday won't be an entirely unfamiliar experience for the 24-year-old. He enters an enticing matchup against Baltimore's underwhelming lineup.

The Tigers recalled Lange from Triple-A Toledo prior to Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.

The Tigers may have a couple bullpen games while Jose Urena (groin) misses time, so Lange will be called upon for additional pitching depth. He's certainly struggled with Detroit this year, posting a 7.31 ERA in 16 innings of work. Lange's performance at Triple-A has been better, though, as he's pitched four scoreless innings with six strikeouts across his last three appearances.

Vest was returned to the Tigers organization Saturday after going unclaimed on waivers.

The Rule 5 pick was designated for assignment Monday, resulting in his return to Detroit. Vest had a 6.17 ERA in 35 innings with the Mariners this season but could get an opportunity with the Tigers at some point in the second half.

Sewald picked up the one-out save Friday in the win over the Angels.

Sewald earned his third save of the season and second in back-to-back games. Kendall Graveman was unable to finish out the ninth inning and Seattle decided to call on Sewald to finish the game. The Mariners have been flexible this season with their closing situation as they have mixed and matched save opportunities. The 31-year-old has not allowed an earned run since June 1. During that stretch, he has fired 17 scoreless innings while striking out 29 and picking up three saves and five holds. He could be in line for more saves, especially if the Mariners decide to trade some arms before the trade deadline.

Lopez (bereavement) will start Saturday's game in Kansas City, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports.

Having gone on the bereavement list during the All-Star break, Lopez will not end up missing a start. The righty got hit hard last time out, but only yielded one walk and two runs in this July 9 start. He'll look to continue improving his command in his first second-half start.

The Twins placed Law on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right shoulder impingement, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Law allowed one run in 8.2 innings after rejoining the Twins on July 1. Overall in 2021, the righty has pitched 15 innings with the big-league club and posted a 4.20 ERA. It's unclear how long Law will be sidelined.

Coulombe was placed on the paternity list Saturday, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

The lefty held opponents scoreless in five straight relief appearances leading up to the All-Star break, striking out nine and walking just one in that 6.1-inning stretch. Coulombe must miss at least one game while on paternity leave, so he could return to the Twins as soon as Sunday.

Fairbanks fired a scoreless inning Friday to pick up his fourth save of the season in a 7-6 win over Atlanta.

Fairbanks entered in the 10th with the Rays clinging on to a one-run lead after they were able to gain the lead in the top half of the frame. He retired all three batters he faced on eight pitches and left the runner stranded on second. It was his first save since June 14 and he's now put together five straight scoreless outings after a rough ending to June. For the year, Fairbanks owns a 3.29 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and 31:14 K:BB over 27.1 innings and will continue to be in line for the occasional save.

Alexander will open a bullpen game in the nightcap of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.

It will be the third start of 2021 for Alexander, who has a 4.31 ERA and 36:10 K:BB in 39.2 innings of work this season. The lefty only figures to last an inning or two before turning things over to the bullpen to get through the seven-inning contest.