MLB Player News

Chapman (leg) threw Friday for the first time since landing on the injured list, Marly Rivera of ESPN.com reports.

Chapman landed on the injured Saturday due to a leg infection, an issue which developed after he got a new tattoo. He expects to advance to a bullpen session within a day or two. He could potentially add to his nine saves once healthy, but that would require a return to his previous form in addition to a return to full health. It might also require a collapse from Clay Holmes, who returned from a back injury Monday.

Manager Mike Matheny said Friday that he expects Castillo to start Sunday's game against the Tigers, Joel Goldberg of Bally Sports Kansas City reports.

Castillo was sent down by the Royals on Aug. 20, but he should rejoin the major-league club for Sunday's series finale in Detroit. While the Royals have some off days over the next few weeks that could allow them to use a five-man rotation, Castillo should have a chance to earn additional starts after he posted a 2.81 ERA and 0.94 WHIP in 25.2 innings over 10 appearances (three starts) in the majors earlier this year.

Bender (elbow) will begin his rehab process with Single-A Jupiter in a week, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.

After undergoing Tommy John surgery Tuesday, Bender is scheduled to begin the rehab process next week in the minors. Of course, Tommy John surgery typically takes a long time to return from, so it might take Bender an entire season before he's able to pitch in the big leagues again.

Hudson will be available out of the bullpen, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports.

Hudson is the odd man out in the rotation with Jack Flaherty set to return from a shoulder injury Monday. Hudson owns a 4.43 ERA on the season, striking out just 13.5 percent of opposing batters while walking 10.5 percent, so he's unlikely to pitch many high-leverage innings.

Castano (concussion) recently underwent an MRI that revealed a small labrum tear in his shoulder, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports.

Castano has been sidelined with a concussion for over a month, but he resumed mound work in late August. However, his recovery will be delayed due to this shoulder injury. The lefty is expected to rehab the issue rather than undergoing surgery, but it's unlikely Castano will be able to rejoin the Marlins prior to the end of the season.

Manager Kevin Cash said Friday that Feyereisen recently felt additional discomfort in his shoulder and is "highly unlikely" to return this season, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

The 29-year-old has been sidelined with a pinched nerve in his shoulder since early June, and it appears he won't return to the mound this season. Feyereisen didn't allow an earned run over 24.1 innings before landing on the shelf, and it's unclear if he's expected to be ready for the start of spring training next year.

Brigham was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday.

Brigham spent just under three weeks in the minors but will rejoin the Marlins' bullpen after active rosters expanded to 28 players. The right-hander has posted a 3.72 ERA and 1.34 WHIP in 9.2 innings over five relief appearances for Miami this year and will likely serve mainly in a low-leverage role.

Bummer (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Friday.

The move creates space for the White Sox to select Mark Payton's contract. It should have minimal impact on Bummer's return timeline, as he's eligible to return as soon as Saturday. He might not be ready quite that quickly, but he shouldn't be out too much longer, as he began a rehab assignment Tuesday.

Hoffman has been shut down for the season due to elbow soreness, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

Hoffman has been out since late July, so he technically had a chance to return in late September for an appearance or two. That won't be happening now, though an MRI did at least reveal that Hoffman had avoided a ligament tear and therefore won't need Tommy John surgery.

Kelly will start Friday's game against the Twins, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Kelly has surrendered eight runs over his past six outings but will be called upon to open Friday's contest. Davis Martin, who was previously expected to start Friday, is likely to follow Kelly as the primary pitcher, though Chicago hasn't officially announced its pitching plans.