MLB Player News

Collins isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Pittsburgh.

Collins has recorded a hit in all four of Milwaukee's games since the start of September, but he'll grab a seat on the bench to begin Saturday's contest. Jackson Chourio, Blake Perkins and Sal Frelick will form the Brewers' outfield trio while Collins sits.

Alvarez isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Cincinnati.

Alvarez went 1-for-4 with two strikeouts Friday in his return from a finger injury, and the Mets will get him another day to rest Saturday. While he sits, Luis Torrens will start behind the plate and bat eighth.

The Padres recalled Vasquez from Triple-A El Paso ahead of his start Saturday versus the Rockies.

The right-hander will join the Padres' rotation to fill the void left by Nestor Cortes' (biceps) move to the injured list Friday. Vasquez will have the benefit of facing one of the worst offenses in baseball during his return to the majors, against whom he gave up two earned runs over six innings while striking out five batters back on May 9. Sean Reynolds was optioned to El Paso in a corresponding move.

The Padres optioned Reynolds to Triple-A El Paso on Saturday.

Reynolds will lose his place in the big-league bullpen to make room for Randy Vasquez, who was recalled from Triple-A to start Saturday's game against Colorado. Reynolds, 27, owns a 5.33 ERA and 1.37 WHIP through 27 innings in the majors this season but could still make another appearance for San Diego if/when the team needs a fresh bullpen arm.

Hayes isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game versus the Mets.

Hayes has gone 10-for-24 with a homer, six RBI and four runs scored across his last six contests. He'll catch his breath Saturday while Sal Stewart starts at the hot corner, batting seventh.

Stephenson isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Mets.

Stephenson went 1-for-3 with two RBI and a run scored in his return from the injured list Friday, and the Reds will sit him down Saturday in order to ease him back into MLB action. Jose Trevino will catch instead for starter Brady Singer and bat eighth.

Edwards isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Phillies.

The switch-hitting Edwards carries a .588 OPS against southpaws on the year, so he'll retreat to the dugout Saturday against left-hander Jesus Luzardo. Maximo Acosta will get the nod at second base instead while batting ninth.

The Marlins selected Roa's contract from Triple-A Jacksonville on Saturday.

Roa has enjoyed a breakout campaign at Jacksonville this season, turning in a 2.83 ERA and 1.10 WHIP alongside a 61:28 K:BB through 57.1 innings. The 26-year-old's performance will earn him a spot in Miami's bullpen as the replacement for the injured Freddy Tarnok (ankle). Roa will be making his MLB debut whenever he gets into a game.

The Marlins placed Tarnok on the 15-day injured list Saturday, retroactive to Wednesday, with a sprained left ankle.

Tarnok has given up two earned runs in 5.1 innings since coming up from Triple-A Jacksonville, but he's now due to remain sidelined until at least Sept. 18. Christian Roa was selected from Triple-A to fill the open spot in Miami's bullpen.

Williams cleared waivers Saturday and was sent outright to Triple-A Gwinnett, Lindsay Crosby of AthlonSports.com reports.

Williams will officially remain in the Atlanta organization after being designated for assignment Thursday. The 29-year-old utility man has been a liability at the plate in both MLB and Triple-A this year, though his versatility could become valuable if Atlanta's depth is tested down the stretch.