MLB Player News

Manager Joe Maddon said that Baez (thumb/neck), who is out of lineup for Monday's game against the Mariners, could also be on the bench for Tuesday's series finale, Bruce Miles of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.

Baez's jammed left thumb appears to be the greater concern than the neck discomfort he also experienced upon departing from Sunday's loss to the Brewers, but Maddon relayed the star infielder is merely "sore" and not dealing with anything significant. Even so, Maddon acknowledged that Baez could benefit from three straight days off -- the Cubs don't play Wednesday -- in what would amount to a de facto "All-Star break." If Baez is indeed withheld from the lineup Tuesday, he would only make four starts this week at a maximum, which might be enough to dissuade his fantasy managers from keeping him active.

Baez (thumb/neck) isn't in the lineup for Monday's game against the Mariners.

The Cubs haven't provided a formal update on Baez's condition after he exited Sunday's loss to the Brewers with a jammed left thumb and neck discomfort, but he'll apparently need at least one day to move past the two injuries. The expanded September roster means the Cubs won't have to put Baez on the injured list if either issue proves to be more than a day-to-day concern, so the team can afford to proceed cautiously with the star shortstop if desired. Addison Russell will fill in for Baez in Monday's series opener.

Baez was removed from Sunday's 4-0 loss to the Brewers after jamming his left thumb and experiencing neck discomfort after sliding into second base in the third inning of the contest, Russell Dorsey of MLB.com reports.

Baez was able to secure his 11th stolen base of the season on the play but came away banged up when he collided with shortstop Orlando Arcia's knee. Though he initially stayed in the game, Baez was later replaced by Tony Kemp. Fortunately for Baez, X-rays on his thumb conducted after the game returned negative, leaving him day-to-day heading into Monday's series opener against the Mariners.

Turner went 1-for-5 with a run scored Sunday in the Nationals' 9-3 win over the Marlins.

Turner didn't exactly capitalize on back-to-back series against two of baseball's weaker teams in the Orioles and Marlins, going a combined 4-for-22 with three runs, an RBI and a stolen base during the five-game slate. Despite the minor slide, Turner's production has generally been on the upswing since the beginning of August, with the shortstop slashing .319/.386/.474 with eight steals over that stretch. He'll remain in the lineup for Monday's series opener versus the Mets, occupying his usual spot atop the order.

Tejada signed a minor-league contract with the Mets on Sunday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports.

He'll report to Triple-A Syracuse for now with the hope of receiving a promotion to the big club later in September. Tejada made his first big-league appearance since 2017 in August, going hitless in nine at-bats before the Mets released him a few days ago.

Seager is out of the lineup for Sunday's game at Arizona, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Seager will receive the day off after starting the last seven games and going 6-for-28 with three doubles and four RBI in that stretch. Chris Taylor will start at shortstop in his place Sunday.

Berti is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals, Andre Fernandez of The Athletic reports.

Berti's time as the Marlins' everyday shortstop looks to be over with Miguel Rojas (hamstring) returning from the 10-day injured list Sunday, but the rookie should still see steady playing time thanks to his ability to play several other positions. The speedy 29-year-old has slashed .282/.363/.473 with four home runs, seven steals and 24 runs in 29 games since his own return from the IL on July 31.

Camargo was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday.

Carmargo struggled coming out of the All-Star break with a .191/.267/.294 slash line in 23 games before being demoted in mid-August. The 25-year-old figures to step back into a utility role, though he'll likely be relied upon less than he was earlier in the season.

Edman went 3-for-4 with two runs in a win over the Reds in the second game of a doubleheader Saturday.

Edman generated his third three-hit effort of the last six games in the nightcap, putting a fitting finish on a successful month at the plate. The rookie produced an impressive .308 average during August, boosting his season figure 22 points to .283 in the process.

Rojas (hamstring) was activated off the 10-day injured list Sunday and is leading off and starting at shortstop at Washington, Andre Fernandez of The Athletic reports.

Rojas completed a five-game rehab stint between High-A Jupiter and Triple-A New Orleans on Thursday, clearing the way for his return to the majors. The 30-year-old had a .267/.309/.427 slash line in 22 games after the All-Star break before going down with the right hamstring strain.