MLB Player News

The Mariners optioned Taylor to Triple-A Tacoma on Saturday.

With Matt Brash (elbow) returning from the injured list, Taylor will head back to the minors in order to create room on the active roster. The 23-year-old righty has struggled mightily this season, giving up four earned runs in three MLB innings while also posting a 10.13 ERA in the minors.

The Mariners reinstated Brash (elbow) from the 15-day injured list Saturday.

After missing all of 2024 while recovering from Tommy John surgery, Brash will make his long-awaited return to Seattle's bullpen. The 26-year-old made six appearances at Triple-A Tacoma during his rehab assignment, giving up six runs (five earned) across 5.1 innings, and he'll most likely take on a middle-relief role for the Mariners while he readjusts to major-league hitters. Troy Taylor was optioned to Tacoma in a corresponding move.

Martinez isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Toronto.

After going 0-for-4 in Friday's series opener, Martinez will grab a seat on the bench Saturday while Nolan Jones starts in center field.

Arias isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game versus Toronto.

Arias will get a day to collect himself Saturday after going 0-for-10 with two runs scored across his last three games. His absence will give Brayan Rocchio a chance to start at shortstop while batting eighth.

Ramirez (ankle) isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Toronto.

Ramirez suffered a sprained right ankle during Friday's contest and will be held out of Saturday's contest in order to recover. Will Wilson will pick up a start at the hot corner as a result and bat seventh.

Naylor isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Blue Jays.

Naylor will get a chance to catch his breath Saturday after slugging three home runs over his last four games. Austin Hedges will fill in behind the plate and bat ninth.

The Orioles plan to recall Mayo from Triple-A Norfolk on Saturday, Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports.

One of the top prospects in the Orioles' farm system, Mayo is now due for his third career stint with the big-league club after slashing .252/.346/.523 across 127 plate appearances in Triple-A this season. He'll provide the O's with insurance at third base with Jordan Westburg (hamstring) and Ramon Urias (hamstring) both nursing injuries.

Julien isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Boston.

Julien will get a chance to regroup Saturday after going 2-for-16 with a home run and five strikeouts over his last five games. His absence will put Kody Clemens at second base.

Campbell (ribs) isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Twins.

Saturday will mark Campbell's third consecutive absence due to rib discomfort. A trip to the injured list doesn't seem imminent, though the Red Sox may begin to consider it if the rookie's health doesn't improve soon. David Hamilton will continue to fill in at second base while Campbell is out.

Roden isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Guardians.

In an effort to get more production out of their left fielder, the Blue Jays will start Nathan Lukes on Saturday over Roden, who has gone 0-for-25 with nine strikeouts across his last 10 games.